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Develon DX300LC-7 vs Liebherr R 926

The Develon DX300LC-7 is about 18% heavier than the Liebherr R 926 (31,800 vs 27,060 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

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

Develon DX300LC-7 excavator
Develon Develon DX300LC-7
Liebherr R 926
Liebherr Liebherr R 926
Operating weight 31,800 kg (70,100 lb)27,060 kg (59,700 lb)
Engine power 202 kW (271 hp)—
Engine power 202 kW (271 hp) gross at 1,800 rpm (SAE J1995)—
Max. digging depth ≈7.31 m (24 ft 0 in)—
Max. digging reach ≈10.5–10.7 m (34 ft 7 in–35 ft 2 in)—
Bucket digging force 196 kN (44,092 lbf)—
Arm digging force 136 kN (30,644 lbf)—
Engine model Develon DL08V, 6 cylinders—
Emissions EU Stage V / US EPA Tier 4 FinalEU Stage V / US EPA Tier 4 Final
DX300LC-7K Korea/other markets; 31,600 kg, 0.80–1.75 m³ buckets—
DX300LC-7M Emerging markets; 138 kW at 1,800 rpm, 31.8 t—
Engine output (ISO 9249) —150 kW (204 hp)
Average fuel consumption —≈14.1 L/h (Liebherr telematics fleet average)
Backhoe bucket capacity —1.15–1.75 m³ (1.5–2.3 yd³)
Generation —Generation 8 (replaced the Stage IV R 926 launched in 2016)
Max. reach at ground level —up to ≈18.1 m with long front
Bucket digging force (ISO 6015) —137–173 kN depending on front equipment
Strengths
  • + Large 8-litre six-cylinder at a low 1,800 rpm
  • + Strong bucket force for the class
  • + Value pricing
  • + Backed by HD Hyundai’s global network
  • + Liebherr publishes real average fuel consumption from its machine fleet (≈14 L/h)
  • + Generation 8: more digging force, tractive force and swing torque than before
  • + Heavy, stable machine for its class with a strong undercarriage
  • + High-quality cab and Liebherr-built components (engine, hydraulics, swing)
Watch-outs
  • − Several versions with different engines and weights
  • − Lower resale than premium brands
  • − Dealer quality varies
  • − Premium price
  • − Smaller dealer network than Cat or Komatsu outside Europe
  • − Heavier than typical 22–25 t machines, so transport needs more planning
Full DX300LC-7 reviewFull R 926 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.