2023 Makita 40V max XGT® Brushless Cordless 16" Chain Saw, Tool Only (GCU05Z)
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40V max XGT® Brushless Cordless 16" Chain Saw, Tool Only
Landscapers and contractors are demanding more cordless alternatives to gas-powered outdoor power equipment. Makita is meeting demand with an expanding line of cordless OPE, including the 40V max XGT® Brushless 16" Chain Saw (GCU05Z).
With zero emissions, lower noise, and considerably less maintenance, the GCU05Z is a welcome solution for cutting and trimming applications. It's powered by one 40V XGT® 5.0Ah battery for power and long run time, and with the efficient Makita-built brushless motor users get high power efficiency that is equivalent to a 42cc gas chain saw.
The GCU05Z has a 16" guide bar and Makita-built motor with a variable-speed trigger that delivers 0-5,020 FPM for increased cutting speed. It has zero emissions and reduced maintenance: there's no engine oil to change, no spark plug to replace, and no air filter or muffler to clean. And there's no need to drain the fuel for storage.
Convenience features a captured bar nut and lateral chain tensioning for convenient operation and maintenance, adjustable automatic chain lubrication with large oil reservoir, and a large oil filling port with a view window that allows the operator to easily add and check bar oil level.
XGT® is a system of equipment, tools, batteries, and chargers utilizing 40v max lithium-ion batteries. XGT® is engineered to deliver high power to take on high-demand applications, allowing users to completely transition to a cordless job site. XGT® is equipped with advanced brushless motor engineering, intelligent digital communication, and superior durability features to outpower, outsmart and outlast the rest.
- Guide Bar Length: 16 in.
- Pitch: 3/8 in. LP
- Gauge: .050 in.
- Chain Speed: 5,020 FPM
- Net Weight (without battery): 11.7 lb.
- Net Weight (with battery): 13.9 lb.
- Handle Type (Chainsaws): Rear Handle
- System: 40V max XGT®
- Battery: 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion
- Power Type: Cordless
- Motor Type: Brushless
- Shipping Weight: 16.27 lb.
- UPC Code: 088381-763080
- OUTPOWER: Makita-built brushless motor delivers power of a 42cc gas chain saw
- OUTSMART: 27% faster chain speed at 5,020 FPM*
- OUTLAST: Extreme Protection Technology (XPTâ„¢) engineered for improved dust and water resistance
- No gas, emissions, oil mixing or pull starts
- High performance with low noise levels
- Reduced maintenance lowers operating costs and minimizes down time
- "Tool-less" chain adjustment for convenient operation and maintenance
- Variable speed trigger and high chain speed (0-5,020 FPM) for improved cutting performance
- Adjustable automatic chain lubrication with large oil reservoir
- Rubberized soft grip top handle is engineered for the user to more easily apply even cutting pressure
- Large oil filling port with view window allows operator to easily add and check bar oil level
- Includes 16" sprocket nose guide bar and 3/8" low profile pitch, .050" gauge chain
- XGT® Tools and Batteries are designed with a multi-layer contact interface for more constant power delivery to take on high-current demands
- The digital communication within XGT® actively monitors and protects against overload, over-discharge and overheating
- XGT® Batteries feature rigid rails with impact-resistant construction to secure the battery to the tool during high-demand applications (batteries not included)
- The XGT® Rapid Charger with dual-fan design circulates air through the battery to cool the battery and circuit board quickly for faster charging (charger not included)
- The XGT® Rapid Charger's built-in chip thoroughly communicates during the charging process to control current, voltage, and temperature for more efficient charging
- The XGT® Rapid Charger's digital display indicates battery charge level (-80%, +80%, 100%)
- Compatible with Makita® 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion Batteries
- 3-year limited warranty
- Only use genuine Makita batteries and chargers
- Compared to XCU04
- (1) 16" Saw Chain, 3/8" LP, .050" (E-00256)
- (1) 16" Guide Bar, 3/8" LP, .050" (E-00103)
General
Weight | 13.9 lb. |
Bar Length Options | 16 in. |
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