Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21.5 tonnes and has 11kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21.5 tonnes.
- Engine power: the Doosan DX235LC has 11kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 21.5 tonnes
- you want one that has 11kW 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 SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21.5 tonnes and has 11kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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