Head to head
Belle PCX 13/40 vs Festool CTL 26 EI
The Belle PCX 13/40 is a forward plate compactor, 400 mm baseplate. The Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Belle PCX 13/40 | Festool CTL 26 EI | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 85.5 kg | 13.90 kg |
| Engine power | 4.9 - 3.6 (Hp) - (kW) | - |
| Centrifugal force | 13 kN | - |
| Max. travel speed | 20 (m/min) | - |
| Power consumption | - | 350-1200 W |
| Max airflow | - | 3900 l/min |
| Max vacuum | - | 24,000 Pa |
| Container/filter bag capacity | - | 26 / 24 litres |
Sources: Belle PCX 13/40, Festool CTL 26 EI. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PCX 13/40 if...
A heavyweight forward plate compactor for soil, granular fill and paving sub-base. Used by groundworkers and landscapers on driveways, patios and trench backfill.
Full PCX 13/40 specifications →Buy or hire the CTL 26 EI if...
The CTL 26 is the workhorse dust extractor that Festool track saw and sander owners buy to complete their system, with Bluetooth auto-start when a connected tool is switched on. It is chosen over generic site vacuums for dust class L filtration and integration with Festool's Systainer storage.
Full CTL 26 EI specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Belle PCX 13/40 and the Festool CTL 26 EI?
The Belle PCX 13/40 is a forward plate compactor, 400 mm baseplate; the Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction.
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