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Doosan DX63-3 vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E

The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E has 97kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

DX63-3
Doosan DX63-3
Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E - image: volvoce.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Doosan DX63-3Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
Operating weight9,555lb (4,334kg)45,350 - 55,360 lb
Engine power42.6hp gross / 39.5hp net at 2200rpm173 hp
Max dig depth10ft 6in (3.2m)-
Bucket capacity0.19yd3 (0.145m3)-
Dig depth-22 ft 1 in

Sources: Doosan DX63-3, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. 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.

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Full DX63-3 specifications →

Buy or hire the EC220E if...

  • you want one that has 97kW more power

The Volvo EC220E is a mid-size crawler excavator used on larger UK groundworks, civils and demolition sites where a mini or midi excavator no longer has the reach or bucket capacity needed. Its Tier 4 Final compliant D6 engine and Volvo cab are aimed at operators running long shifts. It is specified against similarly sized excavators from Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi in the 20-22 tonne class.

Full EC220E specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Doosan DX63-3 and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?

The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E has 97kW more power. The Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.

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