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Active ACT300 vs Evolution Power Tools R255SMS
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf. The Evolution Power Tools R255SMS is a 255mm sliding mitre saw that cuts wood, steel and aluminium with one blade.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Active ACT300 | Evolution Power Tools R255SMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 79kg | 15.3 kg |
| Engine | Honda GX200 | - |
| Cutting width | 30cm | - |
| Cutting depth | 6 positions to a maximum of 35mm | - |
| Motor | - | 2000 W, 240V |
| Blade diameter | - | 255 mm |
| No-load speed | - | 2500 rpm |
| Max wood cut | - | 300 x 80 mm (straight) |
| Max mild steel plate | - | 6 mm |
Sources: Active ACT300, Evolution Power Tools R255SMS. 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 R255SMS if...
The R255SMS is Evolution's flagship mitre saw, bought by fabricators, fencing and multi-trade contractors who need to cut steel box section as well as timber without swapping blades. Its lower price versus premium mitre saws makes it a common choice on tool hire counters serving mixed-material jobs.
Full R255SMS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Active ACT300 and the Evolution Power Tools R255SMS?
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf; the Evolution Power Tools R255SMS is a 255mm sliding mitre saw that cuts wood, steel and aluminium with one blade.
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