Makita Cordless Chainsaw, Blue, 350 mm

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Two 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion batteries deliver 36V power and performance without leaving the 18V LXT® platform (batteries and charger not included) Not to forget, Makita electric chainsaw offers a speed of 0 to 3,940 FPM (Feet per minute), which is somewhat similar to what Milwaukee M18 offered. Improved Durability: Needless to say, it wasn’t the best start, but things started to look up once I took in the full design of this machine. It has a 25cm Oregon bar and chain , which is a sign of top quality, along with a metal, rather than a plastic, claw stop – again, an indicator of quality. I also appreciated the tool free chain tension adjustment mechanism, as well as the large oil display window. Now for the only downside to this chainsaw – its price. It was the most expensive battery powered chainsaw that I tested, and it was even more expensive than all of the petrol chainsaws that I also tested, and that’s not accounting for the batteries and the dual charger. That said, it’s still a machine that I would highly recommend buying, simply because of how durable it feels and how well it performs. The fact that its performance is equivalent to that of many petrol chainsaws, yet it’s so much easier to use, makes it, in my opinion, well worth the higher cost. Although the runtime was a little disappointing, the chainsaw makes this worth dealing with when you take into account how easy it is to use. Even with the battery in, it weighs just 3.5kg , making it so lightweight and comfortable to work with. Its metal gripper spikes help to hold the machine steady while you’re cutting, and its automatic oiling system works well.

Although they may be smaller and lighter than their petrol alternatives, cordless chainsaws still have the potential to cause just as much damage should an accident occur. As a result, you need to take safety very seriously.Assembly Ease: I assessed assembly ease on how long it took to put the chainsaw together and the clarity of the instructions provided. I deemed any chainsaws that took more than 20 minutes too long, as this may take significantly longer for someone who is unfamiliar with this tool. I also marked down chainsaws that didn’t provide clear instructions, those that took longer than specified, or models where the parts didn’t seamlessly fit together. Chainsaws that required no assembly were given top marks, as these designs made the tool more accessible for less experienced users.

Other than that, its durable brushless motors deliver an exceptional performance of around 0 to 3,940 RPM. It enables the chainsaw to cut right through small and large wood limbs without any hassle. Design: A well-designed cordless chainsaw will have considered ergonomics, with a comfortable handle and grip. Models with cushioned or anti-vibration handles were given top marks as these made the chainsaws more comfortable to use for long periods. I also looked for chainsaws with balanced weight distributions, as this improves the user’s manoeuvrability and control. While the optimal bar length varies depending on the tasks, those with longer bars (of 25 cm +) could complete a wider range of tasks, so they were given higher marks. I also identified whether each chainsaw’s bar length matched up with its power – for example, an 18 V system for a 15 – 20 cm bar chainsaw or a 36 V system for chainsaws with 30 cm bars and above. Makita DUC306PG2 Twin 18V LXT 30cm Brushless Chainsaw with 2x 6.0Ah Batteries– a Twin 18V 300mm LXT Li-Ion brushless chainsaw including a main power switch with auto-power off function.The first thing that stood out to me about this 18V chainsaw was its 30cm Oregon bar and chain – a sign of top quality. It has also been designed with a brushless motor, which makes any machine significantly more efficient. Other than that, the rest of its design features were pretty standard, but there were definitely no flaws either. Makita-built Outer Rotor BL™ Brushless Motor direct-drive system provides power of a 30cc gas chain saw