Makita announces two new cordless pole saws with power equivalent to 30cc gas pole saws. The 36V (18V X2) LXT Brushless Cordless 10-inch Pole Saw (XAU01) and Telescoping Pole Saw (XAU02) offer fast cutting speed without the hassles of gas. Both pole saws get up to 140 cuts in 4X4 cedar with two LXT 5.0Ah batteries. The saws have a 20-percent faster cutting speed than a 31.4cc gas engine pole saw. Torque boost mode helps power through thick or hard branches.
The XAU01 has a fixed shaft that measures 8 feet in length, designed for pruning branches. The XAU02 has a telescoping shaft that adjusts in length from 9 feet to 13 feet, providing access to hard-to-reach branches.
Other features include a branch hook to pull trimmed branches from trees, lateral chain tensioning with single stud for efficient chain retention, captured, soft front grip, and a translucent bar oil tank for easy refilling.
Both pole saws have Extreme Protection Technology (XPT), a protective seal inside the tool, engineered for improved operation in harsh conditions by channeling water and dust from key internal components.
The pole saws operate at a lower noise level, providing user comfort and preventing a disruption for neighbors or nearby businesses. With no need for gas or oil, the pole saws require reduced maintenance and have zero emissions.
