Makita 36V Rear Handle Circular Saw (Cut the Cord!)

The Makita rear handle circular saw is chalked full of power.

From Makita -

-Powered by two LXT batteries; X2 LXT technology delivers more power, speed and run time without the hassles of a cord

-Makita built electronically controlled BL Motor delivers 5,100 RPM for maximum performance and 50% longer run time per charge
BL brushless motor eliminates carbon brushes, enabling the BL motor to run cooler and more efficiently for longer life

-Automatic speed change technology adjusts cutting speed and torque during cut for optimum performance

-X2 LXT technology delivers up to 558 cross-cuts per charge in 2 x 4 SPF lumber and up to 291 cross-cuts per charge in 2 x 10 SPF lumber using two 5.0Ah batteries (batteries not included)

-Large 2-9/16 in. cutting capacity at 90°; cuts 3X material in a single pass

-Electric brake for maximum productivity

-0°- 53° bevel capacity with positive stops at 22.5°, 45° and 53°

-Die-cast magnesium base and blade guard along with a die-cast aluminum blade cover and motor housing provide a lightweight, durable design

-Compact and ergonomic design at only 17-1/2 in. long

-Weighs only 12.4 lbs. with batteries (batteries not included) for reduced operator fatigue

-Ideal for framers, formers, builders, roofers and more

-Built-in dust blower keeps the line of cut free of debris for more accurate cuts

-Retractable tool hook secures the tool when not in use

-Built-in tether notch (tether sold separately)

-Rubberized soft grip handle provides increased comfort on the job

-Extreme Protection Technology (XPT) is engineered for improved dust and water resistance for operation in harsh conditions

-3-stage LED gauges indicate battery charge levels

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[majorintherepublick]

Owned it for 2 weeks, don’t know what I did without it. I’m used to worm drive corded saws, still love them when I’ll be at the saw horses all day, but for getting up on a roof, a deck, or remodeling, moving around all day it can’t be beet!

[jonmcallister]

This is an excellent saw. I have had mine 2 years and have had no problems whatsoever. I was very impressed by the power. It is also very smooth and consistent.

[CB-hrzs]

I have this makita 36v rear handle saw as my personal saw with my personal carpentry tools at home. And I have another makita 36v rear handle saw at work replacing my corded grey skil saw. I’m a 15 year journeyman carpenter with the Hawaii carpenters union.

[appleztooranges]

Paid $249.99 and got this kit with 2 free 5 ah batteries. Getting into makita line! From dewalt

[Mekazas]

Got my full kit at home depot on the clearance shelf. Brand new, 250! Love it!

[jopperdepopper]

Thanks for the review, currently thinking about this one but the thing holding me back atm is the weight... I'ts pretty heavy (5, 6 kg) and not sure if that's good or bad. Does the weight contribute to accuracy and/or way of working? Or is it just a lot of weight to carry around? Cheers!

[princenoah]

I have this exact same saw, and I love it. I just wish Makita would make a guard that would blow the sawdust to the side instead of behind it where I'm standing.

[miguecozz]

The Makita works great. Battery last all day.

[betoalonzo]

Downfall is angular guide doesn't have enough info to be accurate learned that today

[camaraschido]

I bough mine last december and yesterday just stopped working!!!

[jamesadams]

use your thumb to push the button on the battery and your fingers to pull on the battery it comes right out. Not that hard to figure out.

[paulshinn]

Got the saw 4 battery's 2 free charger bag @ HD 259.00

[choonwahyee]

Two by four 's, sound good ! I see ! Makita 's ! I am waiting! For this ! For next's ( circularsaw's for three by four 's ! ) no problems? Waiting!!!! Ok!

[bniel]

Do you have to use both batteries at the same time? Looks pretty cool

[RonaldTingchaleun]

Where can you return a used saw? I'm in Canada and no stores will do that.

[teeg]

All tho I love this saw I bought it a week before dewalt dropped there rear handle saw.

[MichaelBlast]

What's the difference between the Z and the PT ?

[jparra]

Very nice saw but too heavy for me. I don't use my three saws that much.

[HomeCinemaJunkie]

In Europe the bare tool costs more than the whole kit....

[carlosgamalielcontrerasagu]

i just buyed the dewalt flexvol, that makita or dewalt flexvolt which one is mote stronger to cut wood?