Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs JCB 8008 CTS
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 22,194kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 22,194kg.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | JCB 8008 CTS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 1,006 kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | - |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 1.69 m |
| Transport width | - | 0.7 m |
| Transport length | - | 2.68 m |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, JCB 8008 CTS. 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 22,194kg
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 8008 CTS if...
The JCB 8008 CTS is a micro excavator sized to fit through a standard doorway, making it a fixture on UK internal strip-out, basement and confined-access hire fleets. Its short tail swing lets it work close to walls in spaces a 1.5-2 tonne machine cannot reach. It is typically hired for a specific job rather than bought outright.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the JCB 8008 CTS?
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 22,194kg. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the JCB 8008 CTS is a a sub-1 tonne micro excavator for confined-space and internal demolition work.
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