What’s the difference between the Platinum and Gold Series Six Shooter cutters and the B-52 cutter?
While all our machines do the same job, there are certain advantages to using one over the other. It all comes down to what you need to accomplish. The big difference is adjustable diameter cutting and the size and weight of each machine and the accessories that come with them. This is also what drives the difference in price. Follow our comparison guide below to see which cutter is right for you.
Platinum Series 6 Shooter
This is a tool that will save you serious money. Featuring the largest cutting diameter and deepest cutting depth in our Mr. Manhole tool lineup, this system is specifically designed to take manhole cutting and removal to a new level of ease and efficiency.
Huge cutting
diameter
The Platinum cutter easily extends from 50″ to 72″. It takes just seconds on the job site to extend or reduce the diameter.
Two Packages
Available
With the option of a Base Package or the Customer Package, we have everything you need to get up and running.
easy drive
system
DEBRIS
CONTAINMENT
Our debris shield is 24” in height and protects from flying debris. It deploys quickly and easily.
Gold Series
Six Shooter
The Gold Series Six Shooter is the latest in manhole repair technology, with no other company in the world offering a similar tool. Uniquely designed to cut out manhole frames using a round cut instead of square, the Six Shooter makes manhole removal and repair smarter, faster, and safer for construction crews.
Adjustable cutting diameter
From 44″ to 60″ standard and down to 28″ & up to 72″ with optional add on’s.
Two Packages Available
With the option of a Base Package or the Customer Package, we have everything you need to get up and running.
Standard
Speedplate
Used for most applications, the Standard Speedplate fits lid seat diameters from 17″ to 25.5″
DEBRIS
CONTAINMENT
Our debris shield is 24” in height and protects from flying debris. It deploys quickly and easily.
B-52 Manhole
Cutter
Named after the sturdy and efficient B-52 bomber, the B-52 manhole cutter from Mr. Manhole is the world’s most economical and effective manhole cutter.
Cutting
diameter
The B-52 offers a Standard 52″ cutting diameter and is adjustable to 34″ and 64″ with add-ons.
Two Packages
Available
With the option of a Base Package or the Customer Package, we have everything you need to get up and running.
Standard
Speedplate
Used for most applications, the Standard Speedplate fits lid seat diameters from 17″ to 25.5″
DEBRIS
CONTAINMENT
Our debris shield is 24” in height and protects from flying debris. It deploys quickly and easily.
Customer packages
B-52 |
Gold Series Six Shooter |
 Platinum Series Six Shooter |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting Diameter | 52” | 44” to 60” | 50” to 72” |
| Cutting Arms | Four | Six | Six |
| Cutting Depth | 14” | 14” | 16” |
| Weight (Cutter Only) | 900 Lbs. | 1,200 Lbs. | 1,400 Lbs. |
| Included Speedplate | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Model 40 Auger Drive | 2” | 2.5” | 2.5” |
| Easy Drive | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Lifting Magnet | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Casting Lifter Bracket | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Debris Shield | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Quick Change Teeth Gun | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Safety Bar | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Spare Parts Repair Kit (includes common onsite wear items) | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Comprehensive Manual | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |