Head to head
Doosan DX63-3 vs Kubota K008-5
The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 8,580kg and has 24kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 8,580kg.
- Engine power: the Doosan DX63-3 has 24kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX63-3 | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9,555lb (4,334kg) | 975kg |
| Engine power | 42.6hp gross / 39.5hp net at 2200rpm | 7.6kW |
| Max dig depth | 10ft 6in (3.2m) | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.19yd3 (0.145m3) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 1,720mm |
Sources: Doosan DX63-3, Kubota K008-5. 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 8,580kg
- you want one that has 24kW 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 K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX63-3 and the Kubota K008-5?
The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 8,580kg and has 24kW more power. The Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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