Head to head
Doosan DX63-3 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 522kW more power. The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 4,705kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 522kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 4,705kg.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX63-3 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9,555lb (4,334kg) | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 42.6hp gross / 39.5hp net at 2200rpm | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Max dig depth | 10ft 6in (3.2m) | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.19yd3 (0.145m3) | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Doosan DX63-3, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. 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 4,705kg
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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 522kW more power
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX63-3 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 522kW more power. The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 4,705kg. The Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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