Head to head
Doosan DX63-3 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 7,855kg. The Yanmar SV17VT has 81kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 7,855kg.
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 81kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX63-3 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9,555lb (4,334kg) | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 42.6hp gross / 39.5hp net at 2200rpm | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Max dig depth | 10ft 6in (3.2m) | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.19yd3 (0.145m3) | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Doosan DX63-3, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 7,855kg
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 SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 81kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX63-3 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 7,855kg. The Yanmar SV17VT has 81kW more power. The Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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