Makita XGT 40V max Brushless Cordless 17 in. String Trimmer Kit (4.0Ah)

About This Product

The 40V max XGT Brushless String Trimmer is engineered to provide the power equivalent to a 30cc string trimmer, but with lower noise, less maintenance, zero emissions, and no pull starts. It also has lower weight than a comparable gas-powered model. It has a 17" cutting swath and a rapid load bump and feed trimmer head for efficient trimming. It also has a brush cutter debris shield and loop handle equipped with a barrier bar for compatibility with brush cutter blades.The String Trimmer has a variable speed trigger and three speed settings (4,600 / 5,500 / 7,000 RPM) for power and run time management. In addition, users can set the Automatic Torque Drive Technology mode, which automatically shifts from 4,600 RPM to7,000 RPM for extended run time or added power. It also features a reverse function that quickly clears the trimmer head of entangled grass and weeds. The rapid load bump and feed trimmer head loads line in seconds with 3 easy steps: align, feed, and twist.The steel drive shaft is engineered for reduced vibration. For added durability, it features IPX4 weather-resistant construction, and Extreme Protection Technology (XPT) engineered for improved dust and water resistance.

Highlights

OUTPOWER: Makita-built brushless motor provides power equivalent to a 30cc gas string trimmer

OUTSMART: Automatic Torque Drive Technology mode automatically shifts from 4,600-7,000 RPM for extended run time or added power

OUTLAST: The digital communication within XGT optimizes performance to provide up to 2X longer sustained power under heavy-load applications

No gas, emissions, oil mixing or pull starts

High performance with low noise levels

Reduced maintenance lowers operating costs and minimizes down time

17" cutting swath for increased productivity

Brush cutter debris shield and loop handle equipped with barrier bar for compatibility with brush cutter blades

Steel drive shaft for less vibration and longer equipment life

Variable speed trigger switch for controlled cutting speed

3-speed options (Low: 4,600 RPM, Medium: 5,500 High: 7,000 RPM) for power and run time management

Reverse rotation function allows operator to quickly clear trimmer head of entangled grass and weeds

Rapid load bump & feed trimmer head line loads in seconds with 3 easy steps: align, feed and twist

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 (batteries not included)