Head to head
Active ACT300 vs Stihl TS 420
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf. The Stihl TS 420 is a petrol cut-off machine for 350 mm cutting wheels.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Active ACT300 | Stihl TS 420 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 79kg | 9.8 kg |
| Engine | Honda GX200 | - |
| Cutting width | 30cm | - |
| Cutting depth | 6 positions to a maximum of 35mm | - |
| Displacement | - | 66.7 cm3 |
| Power | - | 3.20 kW |
| Cutting wheel | - | 350 mm |
Sources: Active ACT300, Stihl TS 420. 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 TS 420 if...
A hand-held petrol cut-off saw for cutting concrete, stone, kerbs and pipe. Used by groundworkers, utilities crews and landscapers on road and paving jobs.
Full TS 420 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Active ACT300 and the Stihl TS 420?
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf; the Stihl TS 420 is a petrol cut-off machine for 350 mm cutting wheels.
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