Kit Comparison

[Chris Parks]

There are two kits available using both the TS 55 + CT33 ($2159) and the the TS 75 + CT22 ($2109). I am not in the position to see both saws and handle them but I have used a TS55 extensively in the past. Is the TS75 much bulkier to use? is the smaller CT22 only a bag capacity thing? Both kits are here...http://sydneytools.com.au/shopdispla...Complete+Packs

[Chris Parks]

I just noticed the TS 75 kit does not have rails in it, that most makes the TS 55 a better thing I reckon. It would be nice to have a comparitive table for all Festool products.

[Eli]

The 75 is bulkier to use, but most who choose it don't seem to mind.
22 or 33 It is mostly a capacity thng AFAIK.
You would want at least one guide rail.

If you get your hands on a current catalog (A?), there are comparitive tables for most items.

[Chris Parks]

Thanks Eli, I will try and get a late model cattledog and have a squizz. For sheet cutting I think the 55 is adequate and I can't see any point in not buying a kit with rails, after all that is the whole point isn't it.

[Eli]

Sure is. The two main differences between the two are depth and power. For just sheet goods, the 55 kills it. I did a job with some slabs recently that did require grunt and reach of the 75, but that was the first time in a year.

[ian]

Chris

Festo's catalogue is on line here http://www.festool.com.au/artikel/ar...ten.cfm?id=711

ian

[Chris Parks]

Thanks Ian, I will DL this week it and have a look. I have been away racing for the weekend and the recovery takes longer as I get older.