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Barreto Manufacturing 30SG vs Evolution Power Tools R255SMS
The Barreto Manufacturing 30SG is a hydraulic tracked stump grinder. 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
| Barreto Manufacturing 30SG | Evolution Power Tools R255SMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1,700 lb | 15.3 kg |
| Engine | 31hp Briggs & Stratton Vanguard V-twin | - |
| Cutting wheel diameter | 19.2" to tooth | - |
| Cutting depth | 12" | - |
| 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: Barreto Manufacturing 30SG, Evolution Power Tools R255SMS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 30SG if...
A tracked, hydraulically driven stump grinder built for tree surgeons and landscapers clearing stumps on soft or uneven ground. Independent hydrostatic tracks let it work in places a wheeled grinder cannot reach.
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- The Hire Supply Co UK 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 Barreto Manufacturing 30SG and the Evolution Power Tools R255SMS?
The Barreto Manufacturing 30SG is a hydraulic tracked stump grinder; the Evolution Power Tools R255SMS is a 255mm sliding mitre saw that cuts wood, steel and aluminium with one blade.
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