Head to head
Active ACT300 vs Milwaukee M18 FH
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf. The Milwaukee M18 FH is a 18v sds-plus rotary hammer with 4 operating modes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Active ACT300 | Milwaukee M18 FH | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 79kg | 2.9 kg (without battery) |
| Engine | Honda GX200 | - |
| Cutting width | 30cm | - |
| Cutting depth | 6 positions to a maximum of 35mm | - |
| SDS chuck | - | 26mm SDS-Plus |
| Impact energy | - | 2.5 J |
| No-load speed | - | 0-1330 rpm |
| Impact rate | - | 0-4800 bpm |
Sources: Active ACT300, Milwaukee M18 FH. 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 M18 FH if...
The M18 FH is Milwaukee's cordless answer to corded SDS-plus hammers, used by electricians and fixers who want to drop cable and chase without a compressor or extension lead on site. It is aimed at users already invested in the M18 range rather than those buying on price alone.
Full M18 FH specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Active ACT300 and the Milwaukee M18 FH?
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf; the Milwaukee M18 FH is a 18V SDS-Plus rotary hammer with 4 operating modes.
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