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Evolution Power Tools R185CCSX+ vs Evolution Power Tools R255SMS
Two models people put on the same shortlist. Every figure below is sourced, and where one side has a specification the other does not publish, the row is left out rather than filled with a guess.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
| Evolution Power Tools R185CCSX+ | Evolution Power Tools R255SMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor | 1600 W, 240V | 2000 W, 240V |
| Blade diameter | 185 mm | 255 mm |
| No-load speed | 3900 rpm | 2500 rpm |
| Max mild steel plate | 6 mm | 6 mm |
| Weight | 5.1 kg | 15.3 kg |
Only specifications published for both models appear here. Full Evolution Power Tools R185CCSX+ figures and full Evolution Power Tools R255SMS figures.
Choose the R185CCSX+ if...
The R185CCSX+ gives tradespeople a lighter, more portable multi-material saw than the mitre or table saw models, aimed at first fix carpenters and general builders cutting mixed timber, sheet and light steel stock on site. Its track compatibility offers straight-line cutting without buying a separate plunge saw system.
Full specifications →Choose 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 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Evolution Power Tools R185CCSX+ and the Evolution Power Tools R255SMS?
Evolution Power Tools R185CCSX+: The R185CCSX+ gives tradespeople a lighter, more portable multi-material saw than the mitre or table saw models, aimed at first fix carpenters and general builders cutting mixed timber, sheet and light steel stock on site. Its track compatibility offers straight-line cutting without buying a separate plunge saw system. Evolution Power Tools R255SMS: 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.
Are these figures reliable?
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