Head to head
Doosan DX63-3 vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 5,980kg and has 13kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 5,980kg.
- Engine power: the Doosan DX63-3 has 13kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX63-3 | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 9,555lb (4,334kg) | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 42.6hp gross / 39.5hp net at 2200rpm | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Max dig depth | 10ft 6in (3.2m) | - |
| Bucket capacity | 0.19yd3 (0.145m3) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
Sources: Doosan DX63-3, Yanmar ViO38-6. 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 5,980kg
- you want one that has 13kW more power
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 ViO38-6 if...
A mid-size mini excavator for drainage, foundations and utility work where a 3 to 4 tonne machine is wanted with a short rear swing. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing plots and roadside trenching.
Full ViO38-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Doosan DX63-3 and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The Doosan DX63-3 is the bigger machine by 5,980kg and has 13kW more power. The Doosan DX63-3 is a 6-tonne class mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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