Head to head
Belle RTX 60R vs Festool DF 500 RQ-Set
The Belle RTX 60R is a honda petrol trench rammer. 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 RTX 60R | Festool DF 500 RQ-Set | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 60 kg | 3.60 kg (without accessories) |
| Engine power | 3.7 - 2.7 (Hp) - (kW) | - |
| Blows per minute | 450 - 660 | - |
| Impact force | 13.6 kN | - |
| 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 RTX 60R, Festool DF 500 RQ-Set. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the RTX 60R if...
A petrol trench rammer for compacting cohesive soil in trenches and around foundations. Used by groundworkers and utility contractors on narrow excavations.
Full RTX 60R 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 RTX 60R and the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set?
The Belle RTX 60R is a honda petrol trench rammer; the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a dOMINO jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery.
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