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Doosan DX235LC vs Hitachi ZX85USB-6

The Doosan DX235LC has 82kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

DX235LC
Doosan DX235LC
Hitachi ZX85USB-6
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 - image: Barnes Plant Sales Ltd

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Doosan DX235LCHitachi ZX85USB-6
Operating weight23.2 tonnes8,430 - 9,060kg
Engine power124kW (Doosan DL06P)42.4kW
Max digging depth6.095m-
Bucket capacity1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range)-
Dig depth-3,910 - 4,510mm

Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Hitachi ZX85USB-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 82kW 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 ZX85USB-6 if...

A popular hire-fleet size for groundworkers and utility contractors who need more reach and dig depth than a mini excavator but still want a zero-swing tail for working close to walls and other plant. Common on drainage and footing jobs on housing sites.

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Full ZX85USB-6 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Hitachi ZX85USB-6?

The Doosan DX235LC has 82kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.

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