Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Wacker Neuson ET18
The Develon DX85R-7 has 35kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Develon DX85R-7 has 35kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Wacker Neuson ET18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 1,725 to 2,405 kg |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | 13.8 kW |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 2,402 mm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Breakout force | - | 18.8 kN |
| Length | - | 3,854 mm |
| Width | - | 990 mm |
| Height | - | 2,289 mm |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Wacker Neuson ET18. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the DX85R-7 if...
- you want one that has 35kW more power
A midi excavator for deeper drainage, ducting and foundation work where a mini digger is too small but a full size machine is not needed. It is used by civils contractors and plant hire fleets on road and utility sites.
Full DX85R-7 specifications →Buy or hire the ET18 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,725kg it digs to 2,402 mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Wacker Neuson ET18?
The Develon DX85R-7 has 35kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Wacker Neuson ET18 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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