Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs Kubota U27-4
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 20,610kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 20,610kg.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | Kubota U27-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 2,590kg or 2,490kg depending on variant |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | - |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,820mm maximum |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,740mm |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Kubota U27-4. 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 20,610kg
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 U27-4 if...
The step up from the KX019-4 when you need more depth and reach but still have to work close to walls and fences. Tight tail swing is what makes it usable in an occupied garden, and it is one of the most common hire machines in Britain for exactly that reason.
Listed by
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Kubota U27-4?
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 20,610kg. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Kubota U27-4 is a tight tail swing compact excavator, around 2.5 tonnes.
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