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Develon DX225LC-7 vs XCMG XE215DA

The Develon DX225LC-7 is about 3% heavier than the XCMG XE215DA (22,500 vs 21,750 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

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 XCMG 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
XCMG DA-series excavator (XE60DA pictured, a smaller sibling of the XE215DA)
XCMG XCMG XE215DA
Operating weight 22,500 kg (49,600 lb)21,750 kg (48,000 lb)
Engine power 124 kW (166 hp)120 kW (161 hp)
Net power ≈124 kW (166 hp)≈120 kW (161 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈6.6 m (21 ft 8 in)≈6.6 m (21 ft 8 in)
Engine Develon DL06VCummins (typical export spec)
Emissions EU Stage V / EPA Tier 4 Final—
Bucket capacity —≈1.0–1.2 m³ (1.3–1.6 yd³)
Strengths
  • + Strong value for money
  • + Generous standard equipment
  • + Comfortable cab
  • + Competitive price
  • + Robust structure suited to tough markets
  • + Wide availability in Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America
Watch-outs
  • − Resale values below Japanese brands
  • − Dealer coverage varies
  • − Limited dealer presence in North America and Western Europe
  • − Lower resale value
  • − Fewer factory technology options
Full DX225LC-7 reviewFull XE215DA 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.