Head to head
Belle PCX 13/40 vs Stihl TS 420
The Belle PCX 13/40 is a forward plate compactor, 400 mm baseplate. The Stihl TS 420 is a petrol cut-off machine for 350 mm cutting wheels.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Belle PCX 13/40 | Stihl TS 420 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 85.5 kg | 9.8 kg |
| Engine power | 4.9 - 3.6 (Hp) - (kW) | - |
| Centrifugal force | 13 kN | - |
| Max. travel speed | 20 (m/min) | - |
| Displacement | - | 66.7 cm3 |
| Power | - | 3.20 kW |
| Cutting wheel | - | 350 mm |
Sources: Belle PCX 13/40, Stihl TS 420. 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 TS 420 if...
A hand-held petrol cut-off saw for cutting concrete, stone, kerbs and pipe. Used by groundworkers, utilities crews and landscapers on road and paving jobs.
Full TS 420 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Belle PCX 13/40 and the Stihl TS 420?
The Belle PCX 13/40 is a forward plate compactor, 400 mm baseplate; the Stihl TS 420 is a petrol cut-off machine for 350 mm cutting wheels.
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