Head to head
Doosan DX63-3 vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 7,165kg and has 13kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 7,165kg.
- Engine power: the Doosan DX63-3 has 13kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX63-3 | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9,555lb (4,334kg) | 2,390kg |
| Engine power | 42.6hp gross / 39.5hp net at 2200rpm | 18.9kW |
| Max dig depth | 10ft 6in (3.2m) | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.19yd3 (0.145m3) | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Doosan DX63-3, JCB STH-2S5 Swivel. 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 7,165kg
- 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 STH-2S5 Swivel if...
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX63-3 and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 7,165kg and has 13kW more power. The Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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