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Hilti TE 3000-AVR vs Stihl TS 420
The Hilti TE 3000-AVR is a heavy breaker. The Stihl TS 420 is a petrol cut-off machine for 350 mm cutting wheels.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hilti TE 3000-AVR | Stihl TS 420 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 27.1kg (EPTA-Procedure 01/2003) | 9.8 kg |
| Single impact energy | 85J | - |
| Impact rate | 858 impacts/minute | - |
| Motor | Virtually maintenance-free brushless motor | - |
| Displacement | - | 66.7 cm3 |
| Power | - | 3.20 kW |
| Cutting wheel | - | 350 mm |
Sources: Hilti TE 3000-AVR, Stihl TS 420. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TE 3000-AVR if...
Hilti's heaviest hand-held breaker, used for large-scale demolition and hard concrete breaking where a lighter breaker would stall. AVR active vibration reduction keeps it usable for a full working day.
Full TE 3000-AVR specifications →Buy or hire the TS 420 if...
A hand-held petrol cut-off saw for cutting concrete, stone, kerbs and pipe. Used by groundworkers, utilities crews and landscapers on road and paving jobs.
Full TS 420 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hilti TE 3000-AVR and the Stihl TS 420?
The Hilti TE 3000-AVR is a heavy breaker; the Stihl TS 420 is a petrol cut-off machine for 350 mm cutting wheels.
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