Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 735kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 15.4 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 735kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 15.4 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Merlo TF42.7. 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 15.4 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 TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 735kW more power
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 735kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 15.4 tonnes. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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