Landscapers & contractors are demanding more cordless alternatives to gas-powered out of doors power equipment. Makita is meeting demand with an expanding line of cordless OPE that includes the 18V x2 LXT Lithium-Ion (36V) Brushless cordless couple shaft power head. With zero emissions, lower noise & maximum versatility, The power Head is a welcome solution for a range of trimming & cutting applications. It is powered by two 18V LXT batteries for maximum performance & run time without the hassles of gas & without leaving the 18V battery platform. The power Head is compatible with a number of optional couple shaft attachments, with a lever style lock system for quick tool-less installation & replacement. It may be used with more than one attachments for trimming, edging, cultivating, & brush cutting (sold one by one). Note that kit XUX01M5PT includes string trimmer attachment. Makita efficient BL Brushless motor is electronically controlled to optimize battery energy use forup to 50% longer run timeper battery charge than similar non-brushless tools. Electronic controls efficiently use battery energy to match the changing demands of the application for increased power & speed when needed. With no carbon brushes, the Makita BL Brushless motor runs cooler & more efficiently for longer life. For added protection, The electronic torque keep watch over turns the motor off if the rotation speed unexpectedly slows down or stops, & the overheat warning system turns on an indicator light & is engineered to routinely stop the motor. Added features include a variable speed trigger, & reverse (clockwise) Rotation system that allows the operator to quickly clear the brush cutter head of entangled Weed & grass.
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Makita-built Brushless Motor delivers up to 7,100 RPM for faster cutting
3-speed options (Low: 4,200 RPM, Medium: 6,000 RPM High: 7,100 RPM) for power management
Variable speed trigger switch for controlled cutting speed
Compatible with a number of Makita couple shaft attachments for more than a few applications
Lever style lock system allows for quick tool-less installation and replacement of attachments
