Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs Hitachi ZX225US-7
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 4kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 4kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | Hitachi ZX225US-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 24,800 - 29,100kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 6,120mm |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Hitachi ZX225US-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the DX235LC if...
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 ZX225US-7 if...
- you want one that has 4kW more power
For contractors working in restricted yards or alongside live structures who still need the dig performance of a 20-tonne-plus machine. The reduced tail swing keeps the counterweight closer to the tracks than a standard crawler excavator of this size.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Hitachi ZX225US-7?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 4kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator.
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