Head to head
Doosan DX63-3 vs Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel
The Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel has 24kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel has 24kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX63-3 | Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 42.6hp gross / 39.5hp net at 2200rpm | 55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm |
| Operating weight | 9,555lb (4,334kg) | - |
| Max dig depth | 10ft 6in (3.2m) | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.19yd3 (0.145m3) | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Heaped capacity | - | 3150 litres |
| Engine | - | Deutz TCD 3.6 L4 |
Sources: Doosan DX63-3, Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the DX63-3 if...
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 6 Tonne Power Swivel if...
- you want one that has 24kW more power
A 6 tonne dumper whose skip swivels so it can tip to either side, useful for loading into trenches and working along narrow roads or site edges. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on UK sites. A cab is listed as an option.
Full 6 Tonne Power Swivel specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX63-3 and the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel?
The Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel has 24kW more power. The Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator; the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper.
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