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Armorgard OxBox vs Evolution Power Tools R255SMS
The Armorgard OxBox is a steel lockable storage box for tools and equipment, used on site or in a van. The Evolution Power Tools R255SMS is a 255mm sliding mitre saw that cuts wood, steel and aluminium with one blade.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Armorgard OxBox | Evolution Power Tools R255SMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 58-60kg (OX3) | 15.3 kg |
| External dimensions | 1210 x 625 x 645mm (OX3) | - |
| Internal dimensions | 1115 x 550 x 595mm (OX3) | - |
| Material | 1.5-2.5mm powder-coated steel | - |
| Locking | Twin keyed-alike 5-lever deadlocks, 3 keys | - |
| Motor | - | 2000 W, 240V |
| Blade diameter | - | 255 mm |
| No-load speed | - | 2500 rpm |
| Max wood cut | - | 300 x 80 mm (straight) |
| Max mild steel plate | - | 6 mm |
Sources: Armorgard OxBox, Evolution Power Tools R255SMS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the OxBox if...
A steel site box bought by builders, plant hire firms and tradesmen to keep tools and equipment secure on an open site or in the back of a van. It comes in several sizes and is fitted with forklift pockets so it can be moved around a yard.
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- Hirepod Plant Hire Ltd - London
Buy or hire the R255SMS if...
The R255SMS is Evolution's flagship mitre saw, bought by fabricators, fencing and multi-trade contractors who need to cut steel box section as well as timber without swapping blades. Its lower price versus premium mitre saws makes it a common choice on tool hire counters serving mixed-material jobs.
Full R255SMS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Armorgard OxBox and the Evolution Power Tools R255SMS?
The Armorgard OxBox is a steel lockable storage box for tools and equipment, used on site or in a van; the Evolution Power Tools R255SMS is a 255mm sliding mitre saw that cuts wood, steel and aluminium with one blade.
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