Head to head
Doosan DX63-3 vs JCB 25Z-1
The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 7,005kg and has 13kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 7,005kg.
- Engine power: the Doosan DX63-3 has 13kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX63-3 | JCB 25Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9,555lb (4,334kg) | 2550 kg |
| Engine power | 42.6hp gross / 39.5hp net at 2200rpm | 18.4 kW |
| Max dig depth | 10ft 6in (3.2m) | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.19yd3 (0.145m3) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2.82 m |
| Dump height | - | 3 m |
Sources: Doosan DX63-3, JCB 25Z-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the DX63-3 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 7,005kg
- you want one that has 13kW more power
A compact excavator for utility, drainage and small groundworks jobs, sized to fit through a standard gateway. It suits contractors who need real digging depth without the weight and cost of a bigger machine.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Buy or hire the 25Z-1 if...
Used by hire firms and small contractors for patios, drainage, footings and work next to walls and fences where a zero-tailswing machine is needed. Sits in the weight class that can be towed on a trailer in restricted regions.
Full 25Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX63-3 and the JCB 25Z-1?
The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 7,005kg and has 13kW more power. The Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator; the JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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