Landscapers are seeking more cordless alternatives to corded & gas-powered outdoor power equipment, & Makita is meeting demand with an expanding line of cordless open. The 18V LXT Brushless string trimmer (model XRU04M1) is a cordless trimming solution with zero emissions, lower noise & considerably less maintenance, as well as category-leading battery charge time & unmatched breadth-of-line. The XRU04M1 is a kit & includes two fast-charging 18V LXT lithium-ion 4.0Ah batteries & an efficient rapid optimum charger. The XRU04M1 is powered by an efficient Makita BL Brushless motor, which is engineered for up to 50% longer run time, increased power & Speed, & longer tool life than similar non-brushless tools. Electronic controls efficiently use battery energy to match the changing demands of the application for increased power & Speed when needed. With no carbon brushes, the Makita BL Brushless motor runs cooler & more efficiently for longer life. It also features Makita extreme protection technology (apt), a protective seal inside the tool engineered for improved operation in harsh conditions by channeling water & dust from key internal components.

Product Features

• BL Brushless motor delivers up to 6,000 RPM for faster cutting
• Efficient BL Brushless motor is electronically controlled to optimize Battery energy use for up to 50% longer run time per charge
• The BL Brushless motor eliminates carbon brushes, enabling the BL motor to run cooler and more efficiently for longer life
• Adjustable speed dial (0-3,500 to 0-6,000 RPM) allows the operator to match speed to application
• Weighs Only 8.6 lbs. With Battery for reduced operator fatigue