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 (GCU05).
With zero emissions, lower noise, and considerably less maintenance, the GCU05 is a welcome solution for cutting and trimming applications. It features an efficient Makita-built brushless motor giving users high power efficiency that is equivalent to a 42cc gas chain saw.
The GCU05 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 include lateral chain tensioning with dual stud for efficient chain retention, captured bar nuts, adjustable automatic chain lubrication with large oil reservoir, and a built-in L.E.D. on/off switch with auto power-off function which automatically shuts the saw off when operation is delayed for extended battery life.
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.
Active Feedback-Sensing Technology (AFT) electronically turns off the motor if rotation of the attachment is suddenly forced to stop.
Technology
XGT is a new 40V | 80V max system of cordless equipment and tools. XGT outpowers, outsmarts, and outlasts the rest. Through Makita′s innovative engineering, the technology within XGT will lead to creating the equipment and tools of the future.
XPT Extreme Protection Technology
When the job takes your Makita tool into harsh conditions, Makita Extreme Protection Technology (XPT) provides added protection. XPT is a series of integrated seals engineered to channel away dust and water for increased durability. Wherever the job takes you, Makita tools equipped with XPT are engineered for increased durability and longer tool life.
Features:
• Out Power: Makita-built brushless motor delivers power of a 42cc gas chain saw
• Out Smart: 27% faster chain speed at 5,020 FPM
• Out Last: Extreme Protection Technology (XPT) 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
• Large oil filling port with view window allows operator to easily add and check bar oil level
• Rubberized soft grip top handle is engineered for the user to more easily apply even cutting pressure
• Includes 16" sprocket nose guide bar and 3/8" low profile pitch, .050" gauge chain
• The digital communication within XGT actively monitors and protects against overload, over-discharge and overheating
• XGT Tools and Batteries are designed with a multi-layer contact interface for more constant power delivery to take on high-current demands
• XGT Batteries feature rigid rails with impact-resistant construction to secure the battery to the tool during high-demand applications
• The XGT Rapid Charger with dual-fan design circulates air through the battery to cool the battery and circuit board quickly for faster charging
• The XGT Rapid Charger′s digital display indicates battery charge level (-80%, +80%, 100%)
• The XGT Rapid Charger′s built-in chip thoroughly communicates during the charging process to control current, voltage, and temperature for more efficient charging
• Compatible with Makita 40V max XGT Lithium-Ion Batteries
• 3-year limited warranty on tool, battery and charger
• Only use genuine Makita batteries and chargers
• Compared to XCU04
• Includes: (1) 40V max XGT Brushless 16" Chain Saw (GCU05Z), (2) 40V max XGT 5.0Ah Battery (BL4050F), (1) 40V max XGT Rapid Optimum Charger (DC40RA), (1) 16" Saw Chain, 3/8" LP, .050", 56, Low Kickback (E-00256), (1) 16" Guide Bar, 3/8" LP, .050" (E-00103)
