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Makita 18V X2 (36V) LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 14" Chain Saw Kit w/ 4-Ct 5.0Ah Batteries (XCU03PT1) for
$284.99.
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Features:- Makita-built outer rotor BL Brushless motor direct-drive system provides high power efficiency equivalent to a 32cc gas chain saw
- Variable speed trigger and high chain speed (0-3, 940 FPM) For improved cutting performance
- "Tool-less" chain adjustment for convenient operation and maintenance. Chain pitch: 3/8 inch
- Built-in lock-off lever helps prevent the chain from accidentally engaging. Large oil filling port with view window allows operator to easily add and check bar oil level
- Built-in L. E. D. On/off switch with auto power-off function; automatically shuts the saw off when operation is delayed for extended battery life
- Two 18V LXT Lithium-Ion batteries deliver power and performance without leaving the 18V LXT platform
- Low noise level and zero emissions for operator comfort
- Features Extreme Protection Technology (XPT) which is engineered to provide increased dust and water resistance in harsh job site conditions
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Anyway, without the snark, the newer electric chainsaws are perfect for the vast majority of homeowners who aren't felling old-growth forest in their backyards but rather sawing up a few trees or branches every so often. Unless you have acres of farmland and forest, the heavy duty Stihls and equivalent are overkill, and since you can use the batteries that power other cordless tools in the same brand family, it's a nice synergy.
Just wish I could get the Milwaukee saw on sale. The lack of warranty here isn't worth taking on a new brand for one tool.
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Great deal, in the market, but I want the Makita warranty. Really need the pole saw attachment for 36v power head. Never seems to go on sale..
Anyway, without the snark, the newer electric chainsaws are perfect for the vast majority of homeowners who aren't felling old-growth forest in their backyards but rather sawing up a few trees or branches every so often. Unless you have acres of farmland and forest, the heavy duty Stihls and equivalent are overkill, and since you can use the batteries that power other cordless tools in the same brand family, it's a nice synergy.
Just wish I could get the Milwaukee saw on sale. The lack of warranty here isn't worth taking on a new brand for one tool.
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The nice thing about this one is that you can use the batteries in your tools as well. Where some of the other brands use different batteries between their hand tools and yard tools.
And not have to worry about it. Plus this would be great to take on trail rides where you may encounter a down tree and don't want to take a 30lb gas chainsaw that's 30" long.
I don't know if Makita keeps track of and effectively blacklists certain SNs, but it seems unlikely. If, in fact, these are old sets, then the production date/SN will be old, limiting the value of the warranty without a receipt from an authorized retailer.
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