Head to head
Active ACT300 vs Von Arx VA25S3P
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf. The Von Arx VA25S3P is a electric floor scarifier and planer for surface preparation.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Active ACT300 | Von Arx VA25S3P | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting width | 30cm | 250mm |
| Engine | Honda GX200 | - |
| Cutting depth | 6 positions to a maximum of 35mm | - |
| Weight | 79kg | - |
| Motor | - | 4kW |
| Voltage | - | 400V, 3-phase |
Sources: Active ACT300, Von Arx VA25S3P. 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 VA25S3P if...
A compact electric scarifier for stripping paint, coatings and road markings from small to medium concrete and tarmac areas. Its size suits car parks and pavements rather than the large road surfaces a ride-on planer would cover.
Listed by
- The Hire Supply Co UK Ltd - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Active ACT300 and the Von Arx VA25S3P?
The Active ACT300 is a petrol turfcutter for lifting strips of lawn turf; the Von Arx VA25S3P is a electric floor scarifier and planer for surface preparation.
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