There is growing demand for cordless alternatives to gas-powered outdoor power equipment. Makita is meeting demand with an expanding line of cordless OPE, including the 40V XGT® 16” Top Handle Chain Saw (GCU03Z). With zero emissions, lower noise, and considerably less maintenance than gas-powered chain saws, the GCU03Z is a welcome solution for cutting and trimming applications. It is ideal for use by a professional arborist with up to 25% faster speed than equivalent gas-powered saws, with a high power-to-weight ratio designed for in-tree work. Powered by one 40V XGT® battery for maximum power, speed and run-time, the GCU03Z is easy to start by simply loading the 40V XGT® Battery and powering on. The GCU03Z has a variable speed trigger and high chain speed (0-4,882 FPM) for improved cutting performance. It has zero emissions and reduced maintenance: there's no engine oil to change, no spark plug to replace, no air filter or muffler to clean, and there's no need to drain the fuel for storage. The Makita-built brushless motor provides power equivalent to a 30cc gas top handle chain saw. Other convenience features include adjustable automatic chain lubrication, built-on lock-off lever to help prevent the chain from accidentally engaging, an electric brake for maximum productivity, and more. 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.

Features

• OUTPOWER: Makita-built brushless motor provides power equivalent to a 30cc gas top handle chain saw
• OUTSMART: Up to 25% faster than gas*
• OUTLAST: Up to 160 cuts in 4x4 cedar with 40V max XGT® 4.0Ah battery (battery not included)
• Professional arborist chain saw with high power-to-weight ratio designed for in-tree work
• No gas, emissions, oil mixing or pull starts
• High performance with low noise levels
• Reduced maintenance lowers operating costs and minimizes down time
• Variable speed trigger and high chain speed (0-4,882 FPM) for improved cutting performance
• Captured bar nut and lateral chain tensioning for convenient operation and maintenance

Specifications

• Guide Bar Length : 16"
• Pitch : 3/8" LP
• Gauge : .043"
• Chain Speed : 4,882 FPM
• Net Weight (without battery) : 7.2 lbs.
• Net Weight (with battery) : 9.3 lbs.
• Shipping Weight : 10.43 lbs.
• Handle Type (Chainsaws) : Top handle
• Battery : 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion
• Power Type : Cordless
• Motor Type : Brushless
• UPC Code : 088381-761642
• Packaged Width (in) : 18.62"
• Packaged Height (in) : 10.55"
• Packaged Depth (in) : 10.28"

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