Head to head
Caterpillar 301.7 CR vs Doosan DX63-3
The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 7,640kg and has 16kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 7,640kg.
- Engine power: the Doosan DX63-3 has 16kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 301.7 CR | Doosan DX63-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) | 9,555lb (4,334kg) |
| Engine power | 15.7 kW (21 hp) | 42.6hp gross / 39.5hp net at 2200rpm |
| Dig depth | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) | - |
| Max dig depth | - | 10ft 6in (3.2m) |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.19yd3 (0.145m3) |
Sources: Caterpillar 301.7 CR, Doosan DX63-3. 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 DX63-3 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 7,640kg
- you want one that has 16kW more power
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.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and the Doosan DX63-3?
The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 7,640kg and has 16kW more power. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator; the Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator.
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