Head to head
Active ACT300 vs Festool CTL 26 EI
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf. The Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Active ACT300 | Festool CTL 26 EI | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 79kg | 13.90 kg |
| Engine | Honda GX200 | - |
| Cutting width | 30cm | - |
| Cutting depth | 6 positions to a maximum of 35mm | - |
| Power consumption | - | 350-1200 W |
| Max airflow | - | 3900 l/min |
| Max vacuum | - | 24,000 Pa |
| Container/filter bag capacity | - | 26 / 24 litres |
Sources: Active ACT300, Festool CTL 26 EI. 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 CTL 26 EI if...
The CTL 26 is the workhorse dust extractor that Festool track saw and sander owners buy to complete their system, with Bluetooth auto-start when a connected tool is switched on. It is chosen over generic site vacuums for dust class L filtration and integration with Festool's Systainer storage.
Full CTL 26 EI specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Active ACT300 and the Festool CTL 26 EI?
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf; the Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction.
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