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Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus vs Makita HR5212C
The Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus is a plunge-cut track saw for accurate, splinter-free panel and timber cuts. The Makita HR5212C is a 1,510 w sds-max rotary hammer with avt anti-vibration system.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus | Makita HR5212C | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 4.80 kg | 11,9 kg |
| Power input | 1200 W | - |
| Cutting depth at 90 degrees | 0-55 mm | - |
| Blade diameter | 160 mm | - |
| No-load speed | 2000-5800 rpm | - |
| Input power | - | 1510 W |
| Impact energy | - | 19.1 J |
| Max. drilling diameter in concrete | - | 52 mm |
Sources: Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus, Makita HR5212C. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TS 55 FEBQ-Plus if...
The TS 55 is Festool's core plunge saw, bought by joiners and shopfitters who want straight, splinter-free cuts when used with its guide rail system and connected extraction. It anchors the wider Festool track saw system that buyers expand with rails and accessories over time.
Full TS 55 FEBQ-Plus specifications →Buy or hire the HR5212C if...
A heavy corded SDS-Max combi hammer for drilling and chipping in concrete and masonry. Used by groundworkers and builders for large anchor holes, core drilling and light breaking on UK sites.
Full HR5212C specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus and the Makita HR5212C?
The Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus is a plunge-cut track saw for accurate, splinter-free panel and timber cuts; the Makita HR5212C is a 1,510 W SDS-Max rotary hammer with AVT anti-vibration system.
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