Head to head
Doosan DX63-3 vs Mecalac 9MDX
The Mecalac 9MDX has 522kW more power. The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 4,240kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 9MDX has 522kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 4,240kg.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX63-3 | Mecalac 9MDX | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9,555lb (4,334kg) | 5315 kg (11718 lb) to 5715 kg (12600 lb) |
| Engine power | 42.6hp gross / 39.5hp net at 2200rpm | 55,4 kW (74 hp) |
| Max dig depth | 10ft 6in (3.2m) | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.19yd3 (0.145m3) | - |
| Payload | - | 9000 kg |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Doosan DX63-3, Mecalac 9MDX. 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 4,240kg
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 9MDX if...
- you want one that has 522kW more power
A 9 tonne dumper with a fully enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab for bulk earthmoving, civils and road works on UK sites. Available with front tip or swivel skip.
Full 9MDX specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX63-3 and the Mecalac 9MDX?
The Mecalac 9MDX has 522kW more power. The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 4,240kg. The Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator; the Mecalac 9MDX is a 9 tonne cabbed site dumper.
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