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Develon DX225LC-7 vs Hitachi ZX210LC-7

The Develon DX225LC-7 and Hitachi ZX210LC-7 are almost identical in operating weight (about 22,500 and 22,250 kg).

Engine output is effectively the same on both machines.

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Develon and Hitachi in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Doosan DX225LC crawler excavator (now sold as Develon)
Develon Develon DX225LC-7
Orange Hitachi Zaxis crawler excavator on an urban construction site
Hitachi Hitachi ZX210LC-7
Operating weight 22,500 kg (49,600 lb)22,250 kg (49,100 lb)
Engine power 124 kW (166 hp)123 kW (165 hp)
Net power ≈124 kW (166 hp)≈123 kW (165 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈6.6 m (21 ft 8 in)≈6.7 m (22 ft)
Engine Develon DL06VIsuzu 4HK1
Emissions EU Stage V / EPA Tier 4 FinalEU Stage V / EPA Tier 4 Final
Bucket capacity —0.8–1.3 m³ (1.0–1.7 yd³)
Strengths
  • + Strong value for money
  • + Generous standard equipment
  • + Comfortable cab
  • + Exceptionally smooth, controllable hydraulics
  • + Proven Isuzu engine
  • + Strong resale value
  • + ConSite remote monitoring with monthly reports
Watch-outs
  • − Resale values below Japanese brands
  • − Dealer coverage varies
  • − Smaller dealer network in North America since the Deere JV ended
  • − Fewer factory technology options than Cat or Komatsu
Full DX225LC-7 reviewFull ZX210LC-7 review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.