Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs Hitachi 33U
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 19,713kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 19,713kg.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | Hitachi 33U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 3,487 kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | - |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Width | - | 1,550 mm |
| Rated power ISO 9249 | - | 21.2 kW (28.4 HP) at 2,400 min-1 (rpm) (net) |
| Fuel tank | - | 42.0 L |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Hitachi 33U. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the DX235LC if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 19,713kg
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 →Buy or hire the 33U if...
A compact tracked excavator from Hitachi's smaller size class, used for groundworks, drainage and landscaping jobs too tight for a larger machine. It is bought and sold through the used plant market rather than as a current Hitachi catalogue model.
Listed by
- Plant Sales Northern Ireland | P & A Plant Sales - Ballynahinch
Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Hitachi 33U?
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 19,713kg. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class.
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