Makita XGT 40V 16” Rear Handle Tool-Less Chainsaw

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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’s powered by one 40V XGT® 4.0Ah 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 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 a captured bar nut and tool-less lateral chain tensioning for convenient operation and maintenance, adjustable automatic chain lubrication with large oil reservoir, a large oil filling port with a view window that allows the operator to easily add and check bar oil level, 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.

DESIGN : No gas, emissions, oil mixing or pull starts with reduced maintenance and low noise levels
POWER : Makita-built brushless motor delivers power of a 42cc gas chain saw
RUN TIME : Up to 32 cuts in 12" diameter cedar with 40V max XGT® 4.0Ah battery
CONVENIENCE : "Tool-less" chain adjustment for convenient operation and maintenance

GCU05Z INCLUDES : Tool, 16" guide bar, and 16" saw chain
GCU05M1 INCLUDES : Tool, (1) 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion 4.0Ah battery, rapid charger, 16" guide bar, and 16" saw chain
GCU05T INCLUDES : Tool, (2) 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion 5.0Ah batteries, rapid charger, 16" guide bar, and 16" saw chain

• OUTPOWER: Makita-built brushless motor delivers power of a 42cc gas chain saw
• OUTSMART: 27% faster chain speed at 5,020 FPM*
• OUTLAST: Up to 32 cuts in 12" diameter cedar with 40V max XGT® 4.0Ah battery
• 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
• IPX4 weather-resistant construction for durability and long life
• Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™) engineered for improved dust and water resistance
• 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
• Only use genuine Makita batteries and chargers
• 3-year limited warranty on tool, battery and charger

*Compared to XCU04

A NEW SYSTEM OF EQUIPMENT & TOOLS
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.

GET A COMPLETELY CORDLESS JOBSITE
The LXT® System handles most applications, but for high-demand applications that use corded, gas or air, the XGT System delivers higher-powered solutions. With 40V max and 80V max XGT® Products, pros can fully experience a battery-powered job site.

RARE EARTH MAGNETS & PURE COPPER WIRE
Rare earth magnets of the highest quality are engineered within the brushless motors to maximize power and performance.
Makita® XGT Products feature purpose-built brushless motors with more copper windings for increased power output.

BUILT-IN MICROCHIPS & DIGITAL COMMUNICATION
Built-in microchips in both tool and battery allow for real-time digital communication, actively monitoring heat, overload, and over-discharge.
Digital communication between XGT Tools and Batteries through enhanced digital communication technology optimize performance to deliver up to 2X longer sustained power during demanding applications.

IMPACT ABSORBENT STRUCTURE & WATER AND DUST RESISTANCE
Durable outer casing and cell holder create space within the battery to absorb impact.
Water and dust-resistant triple layer structure and an enhanced terminal structure are engineered to protect against water and dust for any job site condition.

MULTI-LAYER SURFACE CONTACTS & RAPID OPTIMUM CHARGING SYSTEM
Multi-layer surface contacts within tool and battery are designed to take on high current demands.
XGT Charger and Dual Cooling Fans digitally communicates before and during the charging process, evaluating battery condition to deliver a consistent fast charge. It even charges 18V LXT Batteries with an adapter.