Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs Mecalac 9MDX
The Mecalac 9MDX has 430kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 17,885kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 9MDX has 430kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 17,885kg.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | Mecalac 9MDX | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 5315 kg (11718 lb) to 5715 kg (12600 lb) |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | 55,4 kW (74 hp) |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Payload | - | 9000 kg |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Mecalac 9MDX. 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 17,885kg
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 9MDX if...
- you want one that has 430kW more power
A 9 tonne dumper with a fully enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab for bulk earthmoving, civils and road works on UK sites. Available with front tip or swivel skip.
Full 9MDX specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Mecalac 9MDX?
The Mecalac 9MDX has 430kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 17,885kg. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Mecalac 9MDX is a 9 tonne cabbed site dumper.
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