Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 18,350kg. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 430kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 18,350kg.
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 430kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. 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 18,350kg
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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 430kW more power
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 18,350kg. The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 430kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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