DX27Z-7Develon DX27Z-7
2,730 kg6,019 lbOperating weight
Kubota V1505DieselEngine
18.5 kW24.8 hpEngine power
2,645 – 2,845 mm8 ft 8 in – 9 ft 4 inDig depth
1,550 mm5 ft 1 inWidth
4,520 – 4,720 mm14 ft 10 in – 15 ft 6 inReach
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About the DX27Z-7
European specification. North American and 7M regional variants have different weights and ratings; confirm the matching market and configuration.
Fix a problem 6
Cranks but won't startFuel filter, glow plugs, safety lever
Hydraulics slow or weakFluid, filters, relief valve
Cold-weather startingBattery, fuel gelling, warm-up
Tracks keep coming offTension, idlers, sprockets
Upper won't swing or clunksSwing motor bolts, gear, grease
Jerky or twitchy controlsThrottle, springs, flow controls
All troubleshootingSpecifications
- Operating weight
- 2,730 kg (6,019 lb)
- Engine model
- Kubota V1505
- Rated power
- 18.5 kW (24.8 hp)
- Max digging depth
- 2,645 – 2,845 mm (8 ft 8 in – 9 ft 4 in)
- Overall width
- 1,550 mm (5 ft 1 in)
- Bucket capacity
- 0.08 m³ (2.83 cu ft)
- Max digging reach
- 4,520 – 4,720 mm (14 ft 10 in – 15 ft 6 in)
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Rated engine speed rpm
- 2,300
Mods for the DX27Z-7
All modsOperator cooling fanAdd a 12 V fan to move engine heat and fumes away from the seat.Fuel tank relocation & extra capacityMove a hard-to-reach tank or add capacity so you refuel less often.ThumbAdd a mechanical or hydraulic thumb to pick up rocks, logs and debris.Quick hitchSwap buckets and attachments in minutes instead of driving pins.Seat upgradeSwap the thin factory seat for a padded or suspension seat with a lap belt.LED work lightsAdd work lights for early starts, late finishes and dark sheds.
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