Makita releases new cordless chainsaw

La Mirada, Calif. – Makita released the 18V LXT Brushless Cordless 10-inch Top Handle Chainsaw, model XCU06T. It’s a cordless chainsaw designed to be compact and weigh less, with an Outer Rotor direct drive BL Brushless Motor.

The Outer Rotor brushless motor has a 10-inch guide bar and variable speed (0-4,720 FPM) for increased cutting speed and lower noise.

Users can engage torque boost mode for faster cutting. Convenience features include guide bar nut chain tensioning with captured nut, adjustable automatic chain lubrication, electric brake, a front hand guard engineered to actuate chain brake when engaged, bumper spikes, and more.

It has zero emissions with no engine oil to change, no spark plug to replace and no air filter or muffler to clean.

The XCU06T features a BL Brushless motor that is electronically controlled to optimize battery energy. Electronic controls efficiently use battery energy to match torque and RPM to the changing demands of the application for increased power and speed when needed.

For increased durability, the XCU06T is equipped with Extreme Protection Technology (XPT). XPT is a series of protective seals inside the tool engineered for improved dust and moisture resistance by channeling debris away from the tool’s key internal components.

For improved tool performance and extended battery life, the XCU06T features Star Protection Computer Controls. Star Protection is communication technology that allows the Star Protection-equipped tool and battery to exchange data in real time and monitor conditions during use to protect against overloading, overdischarging and overheating.

For increased versatility, the XCU06T can also be powered by Makita 18V LXT and Compact Lithium-Ion batteries with the star symbol on the battery indicating Star Protection inside.