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Doosan DX235LC vs JCB 3T-2

The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 20,855kg and has 105kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Doosan DX235LC
Doosan DX235LC - image: Develon (formerly Doosan Construction Equipment)
JCB 3T-2
JCB 3T-2 - image: JCB

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Doosan DX235LCJCB 3T-2
Operating weight23.2 tonnes2345 kg
Engine power124kW (Doosan DL06P)18.9 kW
Max digging depth6.095m-
Bucket capacity1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range)-
Payload-3000 kg

Sources: Doosan DX235LC, JCB 3T-2. 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 20,855kg
  • 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 3T-2 if...

A mid-size site dumper for moving spoil, aggregate and concrete on building and landscaping sites. Common on hire fleets for groundworks where a 1 tonne or 6 tonne machine is the wrong size.

Full 3T-2 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the JCB 3T-2?

The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 20,855kg and has 105kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the JCB 3T-2 is a 3 tonne payload site dumper with front or swivel tip.

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