Head to head
Active ACT300 vs Milwaukee M18 FPD3
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf. The Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18v brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Active ACT300 | Milwaukee M18 FPD3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 79kg | 2.2 kg |
| Engine | Honda GX200 | - |
| Cutting width | 30cm | - |
| Cutting depth | 6 positions to a maximum of 35mm | - |
| Max torque | - | 158 Nm |
| Chuck | - | 13mm keyless metal |
| No-load speed | - | 0-2100 rpm (2-speed) |
| Percussion rate | - | 33,000 bpm |
| Max drilling capacity | - | 89mm (wood); 16mm (metal/masonry) |
Sources: Active ACT300, Milwaukee M18 FPD3. 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 FPD3 if...
The FPD3 is Milwaukee's current flagship 18V combi drill, bought by tradespeople already on the M18 battery platform who want high torque in a compact body. It competes directly with DeWalt's XR and Makita's brushless combi drills at the premium end of cordless drilling.
Full M18 FPD3 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Active ACT300 and the Milwaukee M18 FPD3?
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf; the Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18V brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action.
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