Festool HKC 55 KEB-Basic – Cordless Circular Saw

• Cut timber up to 55 mm thick
• Deliver 5,200 rpm with brushless EC-TEC technology
• Reduce kickback risks using integrated KickbackStop protection
• Adjust bevel angles from 0° to 50°
• Perform controlled plunge cuts with spring-assisted depth adjustment
• Achieve precise crosscuts using compatible Festool guide rails

The Festool HKC 55 KEB-Basic Cordless Circular Saw combines powerful cutting performance with the flexibility of cordless operation. Designed for professional timber construction and installation, it handles demanding cutting tasks in workshops and on construction sites.

Powered by Festool’s 18 V battery system, the HKC 55 features a brushless EC-TEC motor. It operates at a no-load speed of 5,200 rpm, delivering efficient cutting through timber and wood-based materials. Furthermore, its 160 mm saw blade provides a maximum cutting depth of 55 mm at 90°.

The saw offers bevel adjustment from 0° to 50°. At 45°, it achieves a cutting depth of 42 mm, while the maximum depth at 50° is 38 mm. Consequently, users can perform straight and angled cuts across a variety of construction applications.

Festool’s integrated KickbackStop helps reduce the risk of injury during kickback. In addition, the guide wedge helps prevent the blade from becoming trapped in the material. The remote-operated pendulum guard and spring-assisted plunge function also support controlled cutting.

For improved precision, the HKC 55 works with compatible Festool FS guide rails and FSK cross-cutting guide rails. The FastFix spindle stop also simplifies saw blade changes.

The saw uses thin-kerf 1.6 mm blades to reduce cutting resistance and support battery efficiency. Meanwhile, its 27/36 mm extraction connection accommodates compatible Festool dust extractors.

The Festool HKC 55 KEB-Basic provides a versatile cordless cutting solution for roof battens, decking, timber panels, OSB boards and general construction work.