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Pike Signals EVO vs Stihl HS 82 RC-E
The Pike Signals EVO is a battery-powered portable traffic light system. The Stihl HS 82 RC-E is a professional petrol hedge trimmer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Pike Signals EVO | Stihl HS 82 RC-E | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | deep-cycle VRLA batteries, 12V 105Ah | 0.70 kW |
| Controllers | T2 (2-phase), T5 (5-phase), PT5 (5-phase + 4 pedestrian crossings) | - |
| Battery life | up to 14 days (RadioMaster) or 7 days (MicroBox) | - |
| Weight | under 210kg including batteries (RadioMaster) | - |
| Displacement | - | 22.7 cm3 |
| Stroke rate | - | 3200 r/min |
Sources: Pike Signals EVO, Stihl HS 82 RC-E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →Buy or hire the HS 82 RC-E if...
A petrol hedge trimmer for large-volume pruning jobs. Used by landscapers and grounds maintenance crews on long or tall hedges.
Full HS 82 RC-E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Pike Signals EVO and the Stihl HS 82 RC-E?
The Pike Signals EVO is a battery-powered portable traffic light system; the Stihl HS 82 RC-E is a professional petrol hedge trimmer.
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