Head to head
Active ACT300 vs Barreto Manufacturing 2036TKH-4MS
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf. The Barreto Manufacturing 2036TKH-4MS is a ride-on hydraulic tracked trencher.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Active ACT300 | Barreto Manufacturing 2036TKH-4MS | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Honda GX200 | Honda GX630, 688cc, 20hp |
| Weight | 79kg | 678kg |
| Cutting width | 30cm | - |
| Cutting depth | 6 positions to a maximum of 35mm | - |
| Dig depth | - | 60cm, 76.5cm or 91.8cm (24", 30", 36") |
| Trench width | - | 6 inch (152mm) chain |
| Chain speed | - | 826.2 metres/min |
| Dimensions | - | 275.4cm long x 90.5cm wide x 143.3cm high |
Sources: Active ACT300, Barreto Manufacturing 2036TKH-4MS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ACT300 if...
A walk-behind turfcutter used by landscapers and groundworkers to lift turf cleanly ahead of relaying or disposal. The Honda engine and 30cm blade are standard across UK tool hire fleets, which is why it turns up under HSS-style "Active" own-brand labelling as well as its own name.
Listed by
- The Hire Supply Co UK Ltd - London
Buy or hire the 2036TKH-4MS if...
A ride-on tracked trencher for utility and drainage contractors digging cable or pipe runs across gardens and soft ground. The tracked, hydraulic design keeps ground damage down compared with a wheeled trencher of similar depth.
Listed by
- The Hire Supply Co UK Ltd - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Active ACT300 and the Barreto Manufacturing 2036TKH-4MS?
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf; the Barreto Manufacturing 2036TKH-4MS is a ride-on hydraulic tracked trencher.
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