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Active ACT300 vs Makita HR5212C
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf. The Makita HR5212C is a 1,510 w sds-max rotary hammer with avt anti-vibration system.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Active ACT300 | Makita HR5212C | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 79kg | 11,9 kg |
| Engine | Honda GX200 | - |
| Cutting width | 30cm | - |
| Cutting depth | 6 positions to a maximum of 35mm | - |
| Input power | - | 1510 W |
| Impact energy | - | 19.1 J |
| Max. drilling diameter in concrete | - | 52 mm |
Sources: Active ACT300, Makita HR5212C. 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 HR5212C if...
A heavy corded SDS-Max combi hammer for drilling and chipping in concrete and masonry. Used by groundworkers and builders for large anchor holes, core drilling and light breaking on UK sites.
Full HR5212C specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Active ACT300 and the Makita HR5212C?
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf; the Makita HR5212C is a 1,510 W SDS-Max rotary hammer with AVT anti-vibration system.
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