Monday, October 31, 2022

MAKITA BRINGS 13 NEW SOLUTIONS TO ANNUAL STAFDA TRADE SHOW IN SAN DIEGO

STAFDA member dealers are among the first to see 13 new releases that span across platforms and applications, giving users more cordless options to replace corded, gas, and air-powered equipment

October 31, 2022 – San Diego, CA – Makita® is giving independent dealers an exclusive first look at 13 new releases at this channel’s biggest annual event, the STAFDA trade show which opens at noon today in San Diego. Member-dealers will see 13 new Makita products that span across platforms and applications, giving them more options for their pro customers seeking cordless products to replace equipment and tools traditionally powered by cords, gas and air.

“Makita is innovation driven and focused on the pro user,” said Brent Withey, vice president, brand, Makita U.S.A., Inc. “STAFDA dealers reach the pro audience, so our membership is very important to our business. As a longtime and continuous STAFDA member, we look forward to spending time with our dealer partners in San Diego.”

Makita continues to expand battery-powered options with three cordless systems:

XGT® 40V max | 80V max: The most powerful cordless system with battery-powered equipment and tools engineered for applications that traditionally demand corded, gas or air power (100+ products, one system). The recent release of the 80V max (40V X2) 14” Power Cutter (GEC01) is an example of the XGT System’s ability to replace gas-powered equipment.
ConnectX™ 36V | 40V max: A run-time and power solution for professional landscapers seeking a gas replacement. The ConnectX™ 1,200 watt hour battery is compatible with ConnectX™ products, as well as 40V max XGT® and 36V (18V X2) LXT® products.
LXT® 18V | 36V: The world's largest cordless tool system powered by 18V batteries (300+ Products, One System), with an expansive range of 18V and 36V solutions for construction, landscaping, lighting, and much more. The line includes Outdoor Adventure, a new range of products powered by LXT® batteries. Outdoor Adventure products carry a distinctive camo-green color and are ideal for camping, hiking, fishing, tailgating and more.

THIRTEEN New Products at STAFDA

Attendees at today’s STAFDA trade show will be among the first to see thirteen new products, as well as several key recent releases at the booth. Here is a summary of new solutions on the floor this week at STAFDA:

NEW XGT® and ConnectX™

GML01 40V max XGT® Brushless 21" Self-Propelled Commercial Lawn Mower

High torque brushless motor delivers gas performance

Premium cut quality with high vacuum lift

Self-propelled cruise control technology

Commercial-grade steel deck

Cuts up to 1-1/5 acre in 108 minutes or less with (2) 40V max XGT 8.0Ah batteries

Available Q1 2023

CBU02 36V ConnectX™ Brushless Backpack Blower

Delivers power of a 64cc gas backpack blower

Up to 671 CFM and 157 MPH

Variable speed trigger for power and run time management

Cruise control can be set between 0 - 671 CFM (no need to hold trigger)

Available Q1 2023

GCU04 40V max XGT® Brushless 18" Chain Saw

Delivers power of a 42cc gas chain saw

Up to 40 cuts in 12" diameter cedar with 40V max XGT® 5.0Ah battery

Captured bar nuts are retained in sprocket cover for convenient setup

Available Q1 2023

GCU06 40V max XGT® Brushless 18" Chain Saw

Delivers power of a 42cc gas chain saw

Up to 40 cuts in 12" diameter cedar with 40V max XGT® 5.0Ah battery

Available Q1 2023

AC001GM1 40V max XGT® 2-Gallon Quiet Series Compressor

Quiet operation: only 68 dB (A)

Lowest weight in its class at 22.9 lbs. (up to 10 lbs. lighter than top competitor models)

Up to 700 2” brad nails on a single charge (4.0Ah battery)

Ideal for indoor use and room-to-room applications

Available Q1 2023

GSH05 40V max XGT® 6-1/2” Circular Saw

Compact in-line design

Magnesium base for lower weight

Up to 290 cuts in 2x10 SPF on a single charge (4.0Ah battery)

Positive stops at 22.5, 50, and 45 degrees

Available mid-2023

GDT02 40V max XGT® Brushless 4-Speed Impact Driver

Combines power, torque and high speed for efficient fastening

A key addition to the XGT fastening category

Available Late 2022

NEW LXT®

XPH16 18V LXT® Brushless Compact ½” Hammer Driver-Drill

More torque at high speed for efficient fastening

970 in.lbs. of Max Torque

Key application: 7/8” ship auger bit through 2x material

Compact size (only 6-7/8”L, 4.9 lbs. with 5.0Ah battery)

Available Summer 2023

XT296 18V LXT® Brushless Compact 2-Pc. Combo Kit

Includes New XPH16 and XDT14 3-speed impact driver

Compact and versatile solutions for all trades

Available Summer2023

XRJ08 18V LXT® Brushless One-Handed Recip Saw

One-handed grip is positioned to firmly transmit force to the workpiece

Ideal for overhead cuts and work in tight spaces

Loop-shaped handle guard for added protection and improved tool rigidity

40% lower vibration than the previous model (XRJ07ZB)

Up to 90 cuts in 2x10 lumber on a single charge (5.0Ah battery)

Available Late 2022

XCM01 18V LXT® Brushless 3” Cut-Off Tool

Cut-off design with 20,000 RPM for fast cutting

Ergonomically designed for one-handed operation

Depth-of-cut adjusts up to 5/8” when using dust collection cut-off guard

Forward and reverse operation

Available Q1 2023

XRT02 18V LXT® Brushless Deep Capacity Rebar Tier

Deep capacity will tie #8 with a #7 rebar

Up to 5,300 ties of #3 x #3 diameter rebar on a single charge (5.0Ah battery)

2-mode operation for single or continuous wire tie actuation

Wire reel easy-load design with automatic locking mechanism

Available Late 2022

XCU11 18V LXT® Brushless 14” Rear Handle Chain Saw

Compact rear handle design for easy maneuverability

High torque (0-1,520 FPM) for demanding applications

Up to 73 cuts in 4x4 cedar on a single charge (4.0Ah battery)

Only 9.3 lbs. with 4.0Ah battery

Available Q1 2023

About Makita

Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial power tools, power equipment, pneumatics, and cleaning solutions, and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network throughout the U.S.A. With 50 years in the United States and over 100 years worldwide, Makita utilizes experience and expertise to manufacture best-in-class solutions. For more information about Makita U.S.A. call (800)4-MAKITA or visit makitatools.com. Find Makita on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter @makitatools

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