Head to head
Doosan DX63-3 vs Volvo ECR88D
The Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator. The Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX63-3 | Volvo ECR88D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9,555lb (4,334kg) | 8,620 - 9,980 kg |
| Bucket capacity | 0.19yd3 (0.145m3) | 0.08 - 0.33 m3 |
| Engine power | 42.6hp gross / 39.5hp net at 2200rpm | - |
| Max dig depth | 10ft 6in (3.2m) | - |
| Gross power | - | 43 kW |
| Overall width | - | 2,300 mm |
| Overall length | - | 6,370 mm |
Sources: Doosan DX63-3, Volvo ECR88D. 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 ECR88D if...
An 8-9 tonne reduced tail swing excavator used for groundworks in restricted spaces, common in UK plant hire and plant sales fleets.
Listed by
- Plant and Commercial Sales Limited - Leeds, Holbeck
Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX63-3 and the Volvo ECR88D?
The Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator; the Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
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