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Evolution Power Tools R255SMS vs Pike Signals EVO
The Evolution Power Tools R255SMS is a 255mm sliding mitre saw that cuts wood, steel and aluminium with one blade. The Pike Signals EVO is a battery-powered portable traffic light system.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Evolution Power Tools R255SMS | Pike Signals EVO | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 15.3 kg | under 210kg including batteries (RadioMaster) |
| 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 | - |
| Power | - | deep-cycle VRLA batteries, 12V 105Ah |
| Controllers | - | T2 (2-phase), T5 (5-phase), PT5 (5-phase + 4 pedestrian crossings) |
| Battery life | - | up to 14 days (RadioMaster) or 7 days (MicroBox) |
Sources: Evolution Power Tools R255SMS, Pike Signals EVO. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →Buy or hire the EVO if...
A battery-powered temporary traffic light system for controlling single-lane closures on roadworks and utility jobs. Highways and utility contractors hire it where mains power is not available at the site.
Full EVO specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Evolution Power Tools R255SMS and the Pike Signals EVO?
The Evolution Power Tools R255SMS is a 255mm sliding mitre saw that cuts wood, steel and aluminium with one blade; the Pike Signals EVO is a battery-powered portable traffic light system.
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