Head to head
Doosan DX63-3 vs Kubota U20
The Doosan DX63-3 has 18kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Doosan DX63-3 has 18kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX63-3 | Kubota U20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 42.6hp gross / 39.5hp net at 2200rpm | 13.5kW / 19hp |
| Max dig depth | 10ft 6in (3.2m) | 2,540mm |
| Operating weight | 9,555lb (4,334kg) | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.19yd3 (0.145m3) | - |
| Machine weight | - | 2,380kg (cab) / 2,180kg (canopy) |
| Max width | - | 1,500mm |
| Travel speed | - | 2.2 / 4.2km/h |
Sources: Doosan DX63-3, Kubota U20. 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 has 18kW 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 U20 if...
A compact zero-tailswing excavator sized to fit through a domestic gateway, used for groundworks, drainage and garden landscaping jobs where space is tight.
Listed by
- West Sussex Plant Hire - Hassocks, Keymer
Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX63-3 and the Kubota U20?
The Doosan DX63-3 has 18kW more power. The Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator; the Kubota U20 is a 2-tonne class mini excavator.
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