Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs Kubota K008-5
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 22,225kg and has 116kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 22,225kg.
- Engine power: the Doosan DX235LC has 116kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 975kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | 7.6kW |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 1,720mm |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Kubota K008-5. 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 22,225kg
- you want one that has 116kW 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 K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Kubota K008-5?
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 22,225kg and has 116kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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