Head to head
Develon DX85R-7 vs Yanmar ViO23-6
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,283kg and has 34kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,283kg.
- Engine power: the Develon DX85R-7 has 34kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Develon DX85R-7 | Yanmar ViO23-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9528 kg | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) |
| Engine power | 48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm |
| Dig depth | 4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm) | 2450 / 2655 mm |
| Bucket capacity | 0.28 m3 | - |
Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Yanmar ViO23-6. 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 is the bigger machine by 7,283kg
- you want one that has 34kW 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 ViO23-6 if...
A compact mini excavator that keeps within its track width when slewing, used by landscapers, groundworkers and hire fleets for work beside walls, fences and buildings. It can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full ViO23-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Yanmar ViO23-6?
The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 7,283kg and has 34kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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