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Develon DX225LC-7 vs SANY SY215C

The Develon DX225LC-7 and SANY SY215C are almost identical in operating weight (about 22,500 and 22,000 kg).

The Develon DX225LC-7 has about 3% more engine power (124 kW (166 hp) vs 120 kW (161 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Develon and SANY 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
SANY SY215C crawler excavator
SANY SANY SY215C
Operating weight 22,500 kg (49,600 lb)22,000 kg (48,500 lb)
Engine power 124 kW (166 hp)120 kW (161 hp)
Net power ≈124 kW (166 hp)≈118–122 kW (158–164 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈6.6 m (21 ft 8 in)≈6.6 m (21 ft 8 in)
Engine Develon DL06VCummins or Isuzu (by market)
Emissions EU Stage V / EPA Tier 4 FinalVaries by market (up to EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V)
Bucket capacity —0.9–1.3 m³ (1.2–1.7 yd³)
Strengths
  • + Strong value for money
  • + Generous standard equipment
  • + Comfortable cab
  • + Much lower purchase price than Japanese and Western rivals
  • + Generous standard features and extended warranty in many markets
  • + Strong hydraulic performance
Watch-outs
  • − Resale values below Japanese brands
  • − Dealer coverage varies
  • − Resale values lower and less predictable
  • − Dealer and parts support varies widely by country
  • − Specifications differ between markets, so compare carefully
Full DX225LC-7 reviewFull SY215C 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.