Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 430kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 17.5 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 430kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 17.5 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | 55,4 kW |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Mecalac 6MCR. 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 17.5 tonnes
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 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 430kW more power
A compact crawler excavator for utility trenching, landscaping and work between buildings where a 2 tonne class footprint is needed with 6 tonne digging performance. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on tight UK sites.
Full 6MCR specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 430kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 17.5 tonnes. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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