Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 20,710kg and has 108kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 20,710kg.
- Engine power: the Doosan DX235LC has 108kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. 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 20,710kg
- you want one that has 108kW more power
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 ECR25D if...
The Volvo ECR25D is Volvo CE's short-swing mini excavator in the popular UK 2.5-3 tonne hire class, competing for the same jobs as the Kubota U27-4 and similarly sized Takeuchi and JCB machines. Its short-radius superstructure lets the counterweight stay close to the tracks when slewing, useful on confined urban and residential sites. It is sold across Great Britain exclusively through SMT GB's dealer network.
Full ECR25D specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 20,710kg and has 108kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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