Makita Rear Handle 7-1/4” Circular Saw

The Makita 40V max XGT® Rear Handle 7-1/4” Circular Saw (GSR01) provides cordless convenience, while taking on high-demand applications. The Makita-built brushless motor delivers 6,400 RPM for high-speed cutting performance. It cuts 3X the material in a single pass with a large cutting capacity of 2-9/16”. This saw is ideal for framers, builders, roofers, forming, and more.

The GSR01 offers 56° bevel capacity with positive stops at 22.5° and 45° and a bevel up to 56°. The saw features an electric brake for maximum productivity and a die-cast magnesium base. Automatic Torque Drive Technology adjusts cutting speed under load for optimum cutting performance.

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.

There are 2 feature models of the GSR01 Rear Handle 7-1/4” Circular Saw. The choice is with or without one battery and rapid charger. Both models come with standard accessories of saw blade and offset wrench. Options for the Makita GSR01 are:

  1. GSR01Z: Tool only, with accessories
  2. GSR01M1: Tool, (1) 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion 4.0Ah battery, rapid charger, tool bag, and accessories
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GSR01Z: Tool only, GSR01M1: Tool, (1) XGT® 4.0Ah battery, charger, tool bag

The Makita 40V max XGT® Rear Handle 7-1/4” Circular Saw (GSR01) provides cordless convenience, while taking on high-demand applications. The Makita-built brushless motor delivers 6,400 RPM for high-speed cutting performance. It cuts 3X the material in a single pass with a large cutting capacity of 2-9/16”. This saw is ideal for framers, builders, roofers, forming, and more.

The GSR01 rear handle saw offers 56° bevel capacity with positive stops at 22.5° and 45° and a bevel up to 56°. The saw features an electric brake for maximum productivity and a die-cast magnesium base. Automatic Torque Drive Technology adjusts cutting speed under load for optimum cutting performance.

The saw is also equipped with Makita's Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™), is a series of integrated seals designed to improve a tool’s operation in harsh conditions by channeling water and dust from key internal components.

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.

POWER : Makita-built brushless motor delivers up to 6,400 RPM for faster cutting performance
TECHNOLOGY : Automatic Torque drive adjusts cutting speed under load for optimum cutting performance
CAPACITY : 2-9/16" cutting depth allows for single pass cut of 3X lumber
DURABILITY : XPT™ is engineered to provide increased dust and water resistance in harsh jobsite conditions

GSR01Z INCLUDES : Tool, saw blade, offset wrench
GSR01M1 INCLUDES : Tool, (1) 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion 4.0Ah battery, rapid charger, saw blade, offset wrench, and tool bag

  • OUTPOWER: Makita-built brushless motor delivers up to 6,400 RPM for faster cutting performance
  • OUTSMART: Automatic Torque drive adjusts cutting speed under load for optimum cutting performance
  • OUTLAST: XPT™ is engineered to provide increased dust and water resistance in harsh jobsite conditions
  • 2-9/16" cutting depth allows cutting of 3X lumber in a single pass
  • Electric brake for maximum productivity
  • Bevel angle up to 53º, with positive stops at 22.5º and 45º
  • Ergonomic design at only 11.7 lbs.; up to 1.5 lbs. lighter than corded models
  • Increased maneuverability due to lightweight design and Magnesium diecast base
  • Onboard offset wrench for fast and easy blade changes
  • The digital communication within XGT® optimizes performance to provide up to 2X longer sustained power under heavy-load applications
  • The digital communication within XGT® actively monitors and protects against overload, over-discharge and overheating
  • The XGT® Rapid Charger’s built-in chip thoroughly communicates during the charging process to control current, voltage, and temperature for more efficient charging
  • 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%)
  • 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

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.