Head to head
Caterpillar 301.7 CR vs Doosan DX235LC
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21,285kg and has 108kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21,285kg.
- Engine power: the Doosan DX235LC has 108kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 301.7 CR | Doosan DX235LC | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) | 23.2 tonnes |
| Engine power | 15.7 kW (21 hp) | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) |
| Dig depth | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) | - |
| Max digging depth | - | 6.095m |
| Bucket capacity | - | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) |
Sources: Caterpillar 301.7 CR, Doosan DX235LC. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 301.7 CR if...
The Cat 301.7 CR is Caterpillar's roughly 2 tonne mini excavator, built around the Cat C1.1 engine and backed by Caterpillar's dealer network for parts and service. It is specified on UK sites for the same drainage, groundworks and utility jobs as the Kubota U27-4 and Takeuchi TB216, with buyers often citing Cat's residual values and dealer support over price. It is one of the smaller models in Caterpillar's wider mini excavator line-up, which extends up to around 10 tonnes.
Full 301.7 CR specifications →Buy or hire the DX235LC if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 21,285kg
- you want one that has 108kW more power
A mid-size crawler excavator used for groundworks, drainage and general digging on commercial sites. Its 23-tonne class puts it between compact excavators and the larger machines used for bulk earthmoving.
Full DX235LC specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and the Doosan DX235LC?
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21,285kg and has 108kW more power. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator; the Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator.
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