Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The Doosan DX235LC has 105kW more power and is the bigger machine by 19,625kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Doosan DX235LC has 105kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 19,625kg.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Yanmar ViO38-6. 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 has 105kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 19,625kg
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 ViO38-6 if...
A mid-size mini excavator for drainage, foundations and utility work where a 3 to 4 tonne machine is wanted with a short rear swing. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing plots and roadside trenching.
Full ViO38-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX235LC and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The Doosan DX235LC has 105kW more power and is the bigger machine by 19,625kg. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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