Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs JCB 8018 CTS
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21,378kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21,378kg.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | JCB 8018 CTS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 1,822kg with cab, standard dipper, 18in bucket, full tanks and operator |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | - |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,470mm with dozer blade raised, 2,570mm lowered |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,028mm |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, JCB 8018 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 21,378kg
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 8018 CTS if...
A very compact machine for groundworkers and landscapers working in domestic gardens, narrow access sites and occasionally indoors. The small footprint is the whole selling point over a 2 to 3 tonne machine, and it is what decides whether the job is possible at all.
Full 8018 CTS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the JCB 8018 CTS?
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21,378kg. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the JCB 8018 CTS is a 1.8 tonne tracked mini excavator.
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