Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs JCB 3CX Compact
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 17,130kg and has 69kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 17,130kg.
- Engine power: the Doosan DX235LC has 69kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | JCB 3CX Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 6070 kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | 55 kW |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 5 m |
| Travel Speed | - | 40 kph |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, JCB 3CX Compact. 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 17,130kg
- you want one that has 69kW 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 3CX Compact if...
Aimed at utility, highways and town-centre work where a full-size backhoe will not fit. Used for trenching, loading and breaking out on narrow roads, estates and tight sites.
Full 3CX Compact specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the JCB 3CX Compact?
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 17,130kg and has 69kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide.
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