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Active ACT300 vs Hilti TE 3000-AVR

The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf. The Hilti TE 3000-AVR is a heavy breaker.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Specifications side by side

Active ACT300Hilti TE 3000-AVR
Weight79kg27.08kg
EngineHonda GX200-
Cutting width30cm-
Cutting depth6 positions to a maximum of 35mm-
Impact energy-0.085kJ (85J)
Impact rate-858bpm
Motor-Maintenance-free SR (brushless) motor

Sources: Active ACT300, Hilti TE 3000-AVR. 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.

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Full ACT300 specifications →

Buy or hire the TE 3000-AVR if...

Hilti's heaviest hand-held breaker, used for large-scale demolition and hard concrete breaking where a lighter breaker would stall. AVR active vibration reduction keeps it usable for a full working day.

Full TE 3000-AVR specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Active ACT300 and the Hilti TE 3000-AVR?

The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf; the Hilti TE 3000-AVR is a heavy breaker.

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