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Bobcat D30 vs Doosan DX63-3

The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 5,045kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bobcat D30Doosan DX63-3
Operating weight4,510kg9,555lb (4,334kg)
Load capacity3,000kg-
Lift height2,030-7,810mm (mast dependent)-
EngineStage V diesel, 2,434cc, 45.6kW-
Travel speed20km/h-
Engine power-42.6hp gross / 39.5hp net at 2200rpm
Max dig depth-10ft 6in (3.2m)
Bucket capacity-0.19yd3 (0.145m3)

Sources: Bobcat D30, Doosan DX63-3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the D30 if...

A 3-tonne diesel forklift used on building sites and in yards for shifting pallets and building materials. It is bought and hired mainly for outdoor work where a diesel engine and rough-terrain tyres suit it better than an electric truck.

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Buy or hire the DX63-3 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,045kg

A compact excavator for utility, drainage and small groundworks jobs, sized to fit through a standard gateway. It suits contractors who need real digging depth without the weight and cost of a bigger machine.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Bobcat D30 and the Doosan DX63-3?

The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 5,045kg. The Bobcat D30 is a diesel counterbalance forklift; the Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator.

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