Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Wacker Neuson ET42
The Develon DX85R-7 has 16kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Develon DX85R-7 has 16kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Wacker Neuson ET42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 4,032 to 5,206 kg |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | 32.5 kW |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 3,544 mm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Breakout force | - | 43.8 kN |
| Length | - | 5,594 mm |
| Width | - | 1,750 mm |
| Height | - | 2,608 mm |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Wacker Neuson ET42. 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 16kW 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 ET42 if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.0 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car. It digs to 3,544 mm.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Wacker Neuson ET42?
The Develon DX85R-7 has 16kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Wacker Neuson ET42 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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