Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs Kubota U17-3a
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21.5 tonnes and has 113kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21.5 tonnes.
- Engine power: the Doosan DX235LC has 113kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 1,700kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | 11.3kW |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Kubota U17-3a. 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 21.5 tonnes
- you want one that has 113kW 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 U17-3a if...
A step up from a micro excavator for landscaping and groundworks contractors who need more dig depth and breakout force while still fitting through a standard gate or gap. Common on garden and small drainage jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- HG Plant Sales - Maldon, Langford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21.5 tonnes and has 113kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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