Head to head
Evolution Power Tools R255SMS vs Rubi TX-1250 MAX
The Evolution Power Tools R255SMS is a 255mm sliding mitre saw that cuts wood, steel and aluminium with one blade. The Rubi TX-1250 MAX is a manual rail tile cutter for large-format tiles.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Evolution Power Tools R255SMS | Rubi TX-1250 MAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 15.3 kg | 26kg (57.3lbs) (with case) |
| 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 | - |
| Max straight cut | - | 1250mm (49-1/4in) |
| Max diagonal cut | - | 850 x 850mm (33-1/2 x 33-1/2in) |
| Max tile thickness | - | 3-22mm (1/8-7/8in) |
| Guide rails | - | 30mm tubular steel guides with aluminium slides |
Sources: Evolution Power Tools R255SMS, Rubi TX-1250 MAX. 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 TX-1250 MAX if...
A heavy-duty manual tile cutter used by tilers for cutting large floor and wall tiles on site. Its long tubular steel rails keep the cut straight on big-format tiles that a smaller cutter cannot handle.
Listed by
- North London Plant Hire Ltd - Enfield
- North London Plant Hire - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Evolution Power Tools R255SMS and the Rubi TX-1250 MAX?
The Evolution Power Tools R255SMS is a 255mm sliding mitre saw that cuts wood, steel and aluminium with one blade; the Rubi TX-1250 MAX is a manual rail tile cutter for large-format tiles.
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