Head to head
Festool CTL 26 EI vs Rhino TQ3
The Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction. The Rhino TQ3 is a 110v infrared site heater.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool CTL 26 EI | Rhino TQ3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 13.90 kg | 19.5kg (110V, net) |
| Power consumption | 350-1200 W | - |
| Max airflow | 3900 l/min | - |
| Max vacuum | 24,000 Pa | - |
| Container/filter bag capacity | 26 / 24 litres | - |
| Power | - | 2 x 1.1kW infrared halogen lamps |
| Output | - | 7506 BTU |
| Dimensions | - | 500 x 460 x 1000mm (L,H,D) |
Sources: Festool CTL 26 EI, Rhino TQ3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CTL 26 EI if...
The CTL 26 is the workhorse dust extractor that Festool track saw and sander owners buy to complete their system, with Bluetooth auto-start when a connected tool is switched on. It is chosen over generic site vacuums for dust class L filtration and integration with Festool's Systainer storage.
Full CTL 26 EI specifications →Buy or hire the TQ3 if...
A site heater used to warm people and dry out enclosed spaces on construction sites, run on a 110V site supply as UK site safety rules require.
Listed by
- RF Plant Hire Ltd - Brentwood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Festool CTL 26 EI and the Rhino TQ3?
The Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction; the Rhino TQ3 is a 110V infrared site heater.
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