{"product_id":"makita-gcu06t1-40v-max-xgt-brushless-cordless-18-chain-saw-kit-5-0ah","title":"Makita GCU06T1 40V max XGT Brushless Cordless 18\" Chain Saw Kit (5.0Ah)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/motor-type.svg\" alt=\"motor-type\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGas-Class Cutting Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe Makita chain saw uses a brushless motor with output comparable to a 42cc gas saw, so you get serious cutting power without pull starts, fuel mixing, or engine maintenance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/speed.svg\" alt=\"speed\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Chain Speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eWith variable speed control and up to 5,020 feet per minute chain speed, it cuts quickly when you're trimming limbs, bucking logs, or cleaning up storm damage.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/tool-free-change.svg\" alt=\"tool-free-change\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLess Downtime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eTool-less chain adjustment, automatic chain lubrication, and a large oil fill port make routine setup and maintenance quicker, especially when you're moving between cuts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakita 40V max XGT Brushless Cordless 18\" Chain Saw Kit (5.0Ah)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a cordless rear-handle chain saw kit built for cutting and trimming without the mess and upkeep of gas equipment. This is a \u003cstrong\u003ecordless chain saw\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for \u003cstrong\u003ecutting and trimming applications\u003c\/strong\u003e. Model Number \u003cstrong\u003eGCU06T1\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you want the convenience of battery power but still need real cutting performance, this saw is aimed right at that gap.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe big story here is output. Makita rates the brushless motor at power equivalent to a 42cc gas chain saw, which puts this well beyond light-duty pruning territory. Pair that with a variable speed trigger and chain speed up to 5,020 feet per minute, and you get a saw that is built to move through wood efficiently instead of feeling like a compromise. For contractors, landscapers, property owners, and serious DIY users, that means less waiting on the cut and less wrestling with underpowered cordless outdoor power equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 18-inch guide bar gives this saw the reach to handle substantial cutting work while still staying manageable as a single-battery platform tool. Makita includes an 18-inch sprocket nose guide bar plus a 3\/8 inch low-profile, .050 inch gauge chain, so the saw is set up with the core cutting hardware it needs right out of the box. The rear-handle layout and rubberized soft-grip top handle are built for controlled pressure through the cut, which matters when you are making repeated limbing and trimming cuts and want the saw to track predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMakita kept the day-to-day ownership side practical. Tool-less chain adjustment makes it easier to dial in tension without hunting for extra tools. Adjustable automatic chain lubrication with a large oil reservoir helps keep the bar and chain fed during use, and the large oil filling port with view window makes it easier to top off and monitor bar oil level before you run dry. Those are simple details, but they matter on a job where wasted time usually comes from setup, checking, and small maintenance interruptions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn the protection side, this saw includes Active Feedback-Sensing Technology, which electronically shuts off the motor if the chain rotation is suddenly forced to stop. It also features Makita Extreme Protection Technology for improved dust and water resistance, and the product imagery calls out IPX4 weather-resistant construction. Taken together, those features make more sense on a real jobsite than in a brochure. They help the saw hold up better in outdoor conditions where dirt, moisture, and changing loads are just part of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis kit is part of the \u003cstrong\u003eMakita 40V max XGT\u003c\/strong\u003e platform, which is a big deal if you are already in XGT or planning to build around it. Makita's digital communication between the tool and battery is designed to monitor and protect against overload, over-discharge, and overheating. That is not just a system talking point. In actual use, it helps the saw keep delivering power under heavy load while also protecting the battery investment. The included 5.0Ah battery and rapid charger mean this is a working kit, not just a bare tool entry point.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho is this for? If you are a landscaper, contractor, property maintenance pro, or homeowner who wants to get away from gas starts, engine maintenance, and mixed fuel, this makes a lot of sense. If you only cut a branch or two once a year, it may be more saw than you need. But if you want a \u003cstrong\u003ecordless chain saw\u003c\/strong\u003e that can handle regular trimming, storm cleanup, and firewood-sized cutting with less noise and lower maintenance, this Makita setup is in the sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCut Without the Gas Headache\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/50182411354406_cb6118d3bd67.jpg\" alt=\"Makita 40V max XGT Brushless Cordless 18 inch Chain Saw Kit cutting a large log at a jobsite during outdoor cleanup work\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a lot of users, the best part of going cordless is not having to deal with gas at all. No pull cord, no mixed fuel, and less routine maintenance between uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrushless motor delivers power equivalent to a 42cc gas chain saw\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLower noise and zero emissions make it easier to use around homes, properties, and enclosed work areas where gas is a hassle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKeep the Chain Working Smoothly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/50182411354406_baa86d70fc94.jpg\" alt=\"Makita 40V max XGT Brushless Cordless 18 inch Chain Saw Kit chain close-up showing 3 by 8 inch low profile pitch and 0.050 inch gauge cutting hardware for wood cutting\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bar and chain setup matters just as much as raw motor power. Makita includes the saw with the proper 18-inch cutting setup, and the chain design shown here is built to help oil move along the bar while keeping friction in check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes 18 inch sprocket nose guide bar\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes 3\/8 inch low-profile pitch, .050 inch gauge chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMakita 40V max XGT Brushless Cordless 18\" Chain Saw Kit (5.0Ah) Built for Faster Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/50182411354406_deddb72c2953.jpg\" alt=\"Makita 40V max XGT Brushless Cordless 18 inch Chain Saw Kit product view showing rear handle design, 18 inch bar, and battery-powered setup for trimming and cutting\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis saw is set up for the kind of details that save time during actual use. You can tension the chain without extra tools, keep an eye on oil level through the window, and get back to work without turning basic maintenance into a project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTool-less chain adjustment for operation and maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdjustable automatic chain lubrication with large oil reservoir and large oil fill port with view window\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Makita 40V max XGT Brushless 18\" Chain Saw (GCU06Z)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) 40V max XGT 5.0Ah Battery (BL4050F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) 40V max XGT Rapid Optimum Charger (DC40RA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) 18\" Sprocket Nose Guide Bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) 18\" Saw Chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVoltage (V)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40V max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Source\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCordless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrushless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuide Bar Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChain Pitch\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8 in low profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChain Gauge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e.050 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChain Speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5,020 FPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight with Battery (lbs)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.7 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/voltage.svg\" alt=\"voltage\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBattery Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eCompatible with Makita 40V max XGT Lithium-Ion batteries.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/charger-included.svg\" alt=\"charger-included\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCharger System\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eIncludes the Makita XGT Rapid Optimum Charger and is designed around the XGT battery and charger platform.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eLandscaping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eProperty Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eStorm Cleanup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eTree Trimming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eFirewood Cutting\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eUse the oil view window before every battery swap. On a cordless chain saw like this, it is easy to focus on battery charge and forget bar oil, but proper lubrication does more to protect the bar and chain than squeezing in one more cut.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-warranty\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/warranty.svg\" alt=\"warranty\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"warranty-text\"\u003e 3-year limited warranty on the tool, battery, and charger. \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA real cordless chain saw, not a trimmed-down substitute\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Makita 40V max XGT Brushless Cordless 18\" Chain Saw Kit (5.0Ah) hits the mark for users who want gas-type performance without the usual gas-tool nonsense.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Landscapers, contractors, property owners, and serious DIY users who need an 18 inch battery chain saw for regular trimming and cutting, not just occasional branch cleanup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 42cc gas-equivalent output, 5,020 FPM chain speed, tool-less adjustment, and full XGT system support give it the kind of performance and convenience that make cordless worth switching to.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a kit with a 5.0Ah battery and charger included, but it still weighs more once the battery is installed. That tradeoff is normal at this power level, and most pros will take the extra weight if it means stronger cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a gas chain saw replacement?\u003c\/strong\u003e Makita rates the brushless motor as equivalent in power to a 42cc gas chain saw, so it is intended as a cordless alternative for serious cutting and trimming work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat battery platform does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e This model is part of the Makita 40V max XGT system and is compatible with Makita 40V max XGT Lithium-Ion batteries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it have tool-free chain adjustment?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Makita specifies tool-less chain adjustment for easier operation and maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does the chain run?\u003c\/strong\u003e The chain speed is rated up to 5,020 feet per minute.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Makita","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52066435825895,"sku":"GCU06T1","price":659.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7230\/7175\/files\/gcu06t1-kit-shot.jpg?v=1778752743","url":"https:\/\/minisawpro.com\/fr\/products\/makita-gcu06t1-40v-max-xgt-brushless-cordless-18-chain-saw-kit-5-0ah","provider":"Minisawpro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}