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Compair C105-14 vs Evolution Power Tools R255SMS
The Compair C105-14 is a towable diesel air compressor. 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
| Compair C105-14 | Evolution Power Tools R255SMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2090kg (braked, adjustable towbar) or 2036kg (braked, straight towbar) | 15.3 kg |
| Free air delivery | 10.6 m3/min (375cfm) | - |
| Working pressure | 14 bar (204psi) | - |
| Engine | Deutz BF4M1013EC, 111kW | - |
| Fuel tank | 210 litres | - |
| 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: Compair C105-14, Evolution Power Tools R255SMS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C105-14 if...
A high-pressure, towable diesel compressor built for breaker tools, sandblasting and other high-pressure air work on construction sites, rather than the lower-pressure compressors used for general tool hire.
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- V Plant Sales - Bridgnorth, Acton Round
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 Compair C105-14 and the Evolution Power Tools R255SMS?
The Compair C105-14 is a towable diesel air compressor; the Evolution Power Tools R255SMS is a 255mm sliding mitre saw that cuts wood, steel and aluminium with one blade.
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