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Develon DX85R-7 vs Yanmar ViO33-6

The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 6,373kg and has 30kW more power.

Last reviewed 6 October 2026

DX85R-7
Develon DX85R-7
Yanmar ViO33-6
Yanmar ViO33-6 - image: Field & Forest Machinery Ltd

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Develon DX85R-7Yanmar ViO33-6
Operating weight9528 kg3155 kg (canopy) / 3275 kg (cabin)
Engine power48.5 kW (65 hp) @ 2100 rpm18.5 kW / 24.8 HP at 2200 rpm
Bucket capacity0.28 m3-
Dig depth4110 / 4670 mm (standard / long arm)-
Breakout force-29.9 kN
Fuel tank-41 l

Sources: Develon DX85R-7, Yanmar ViO33-6. 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 6,373kg
  • you want one that has 30kW 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 ViO33-6 if...

A zero-tail swing digger for groundworkers, utility contractors and hire fleets on trenching, drainage and foundations beside walls and fences. Suits urban sites with limited space.

Full ViO33-6 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Develon DX85R-7 and the Yanmar ViO33-6?

The Develon DX85R-7 is the bigger machine by 6,373kg and has 30kW more power. The Develon DX85R-7 is a 9.5 tonne midi excavator; the Yanmar ViO33-6 is a 3.2 tonne zero-tail mini excavator.

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