Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Wacker Neuson EZ17e
The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator. The Wacker Neuson EZ17e is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Wacker Neuson EZ17e | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 1,797 to 2,151 kg |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 2,323 mm |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
| Breakout force | - | 14.8 kN |
| Length | - | 3,554 to 3,584 mm |
| Width | - | 990 to 1,300 mm |
| Height | - | 2,365 mm |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Wacker Neuson EZ17e. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the DX85R-7 if...
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 EZ17e if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,797kg it digs to 2,323 mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts. Zero tail swing means the back of the machine stays inside the tracks when it slews, so it can work tight against a wall or in one lane of a road.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Wacker Neuson EZ17e?
The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Wacker Neuson EZ17e is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator, zero tail swing.
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