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Active ACT300 vs Evolution Power Tools R185CCSX+
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf. The Evolution Power Tools R185CCSX+ is a 185mm circular saw compatible with evolution's mini guide track.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Active ACT300 | Evolution Power Tools R185CCSX+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 79kg | 5.1 kg |
| Engine | Honda GX200 | - |
| Cutting width | 30cm | - |
| Cutting depth | 6 positions to a maximum of 35mm | - |
| Motor | - | 1600 W, 240V |
| Blade diameter | - | 185 mm |
| No-load speed | - | 3900 rpm |
| Max depth of cut at 0 degrees | - | 64 mm (59mm with track) |
| Max mild steel plate | - | 6 mm |
Sources: Active ACT300, Evolution Power Tools R185CCSX+. 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 R185CCSX+ if...
The R185CCSX+ gives tradespeople a lighter, more portable multi-material saw than the mitre or table saw models, aimed at first fix carpenters and general builders cutting mixed timber, sheet and light steel stock on site. Its track compatibility offers straight-line cutting without buying a separate plunge saw system.
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What is the difference between the Active ACT300 and the Evolution Power Tools R185CCSX+?
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf; the Evolution Power Tools R185CCSX+ is a 185mm circular saw compatible with Evolution's mini guide track.
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