Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 18,360kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 18,360kg.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 4,840kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | - |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 3,191 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel. 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 18,360kg
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 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel?
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 18,360kg. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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