GetBrent

Head to head

Doosan DX235LC vs Hitachi ZX135USB-7

The Doosan DX235LC has 50kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

DX235LC
Doosan DX235LC
Hitachi ZX135USB-7
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 - image: Hitachi Construction Machinery

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Doosan DX235LCHitachi ZX135USB-7
Operating weight23.2 tonnes13,800 - 16,000kg
Engine power124kW (Doosan DL06P)74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249)
Max digging depth6.095m-
Bucket capacity1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range)-

Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Hitachi ZX135USB-7. 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 has 50kW 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 →

Buy or hire the ZX135USB-7 if...

Built for sites with tight working margins - roadside, urban and confined yards - where a swinging counterweight would foul walls, parked vehicles or passing traffic. Popular with utility and demolition contractors working close to structures.

Listed by

Full ZX135USB-7 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Hitachi ZX135USB-7?

The Doosan DX235LC has 50kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.

GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.