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Doosan DX235LC vs Hitachi ZX33U-6

The Doosan DX235LC has 105kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

DX235LC
Doosan DX235LC
Hitachi ZX33U-6
Hitachi ZX33U-6 - image: Hitachi Construction Machinery

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Doosan DX235LCHitachi ZX33U-6
Operating weight23.2 tonnes3,320 - 3,720kg
Engine power124kW (Doosan DL06P)18.8kW
Max digging depth6.095m-
Bucket capacity1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range)-
Dig depth-2,790 - 3,130mm

Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Hitachi ZX33U-6. 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 105kW 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 ZX33U-6 if...

A general-purpose mini digger for landscaping, utilities and small groundworks contractors who need to work in gardens, driveways and other access-restricted sites. Its zero tail swing lets it turn on the spot without swinging into fences or walls.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Hitachi ZX33U-6?

The Doosan DX235LC has 105kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator.

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