Head to head
Belle PCX 13/40 vs Festool DF 500 RQ-Set
The Belle PCX 13/40 is a forward plate compactor, 400 mm baseplate. The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a domino jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Belle PCX 13/40 | Festool DF 500 RQ-Set | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 85.5 kg | 3.60 kg (without accessories) |
| Engine power | 4.9 - 3.6 (Hp) - (kW) | - |
| Centrifugal force | 13 kN | - |
| Max. travel speed | 20 (m/min) | - |
| Power consumption | - | 420 W |
| No-load speed | - | 25,500 rpm |
| Domino cutter diameters | - | 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 mm |
| Max routing depth | - | 28 mm |
Sources: Belle PCX 13/40, Festool DF 500 RQ-Set. 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 DF 500 RQ-Set if...
The DOMINO DF 500 replaced traditional dowelling and biscuit jointing for many furniture makers and joiners, letting them cut precise mortises for loose tenons quickly. It has no direct equivalent from the other brands in this catalogue, which is part of its appeal to Festool users.
Full DF 500 RQ-Set specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Belle PCX 13/40 and the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set?
The Belle PCX 13/40 is a forward plate compactor, 400 mm baseplate; the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a dOMINO jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery.
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