MAKITA HAS IT COVERED FOR PROS AT EQUIP EXPO WITH MORE SOLUTIONS FOR THE TRUCK AND TRAILER, THE YARD, AND MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS

The 40V max XGT® Edger is engineered with the high torque power of a 31cc edger and is designed with an open guard and an 8" blade (included).

October 16, 2024 – Louisville, KY  The Makita system of professional outdoor power equipment is on full display this week in Louisville at Equip Expo, including seven new products at the green industry’s largest annual trade show. Makita is addressing every phase of a professional operation, from work in the field to maintenance.

• HARDSCAPE: A concrete-cutting demonstration features the XGT® 14” and new 9” Power Cutters, calling out the clear advantage of zero emissions for indoor operation.
• CHARGING: A 4-shelf charging station demonstrates how pros can charge batteries for 4 fleet trucks with just 2 circuits in one night.
• STORAGE: Makita is bringing a new storage solution to Equip Expo with the new MAKTRAK system. A hands-on demonstration clearly shows MAKTRAK’s category-leading load and unload capability in a simulated truck bed.

• XGT® 40V max | 80V max: Makita’s most powerful handheld solution, with cordless equipment and tools engineered for applications that traditionally use cords, gas or air (125+ products, one system).  The expanding system includes a full range of products for commercial-duty mowing, trimming, cutting, clean-ups, and more.
• 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 (325+ Products, One System), with an expansive range of compatible 18V and 36V mowers, trimmers, blowers, chain saws, and more.   

• High Power: Delivers up to 35% more power vs. BL4040 4.0Ah battery.
• Performance: Runs up to 32% cooler in high-demand applications.
• Compact Design: 34% more compact than a 40V max XGT 5.0Ah battery.
• Available November 2024

• Longer run time ideal for all day work with higher capacity battery delivering 1,500 watt hours of output
• 2 in 1 design connects to harness or tool
• Available NOW

• Power: The power of a 64cc gas backpack blower
• Run Time: Up to 2 hours of run time with a PDC1500 Power Supply
• Performance: High blowing force of up to 25 N for heavy debris
• Available NOW

• Power: The Power of a 24cc gas-powered hedge trimmer
• Performance: 115-degree working range for overhead and low-lying hedges
• Run Time: Up to 65 minutes of run time with a 40V max XGT 4.0Ah battery.
• Available NOW 

• Power: The power of a 31cc gas edger.
• Performance: High Torque powers through dirt for clean edges
• Precision: Faster, cleaner, more accurate edging than traditional string trimmers
• Available NOW

• Power: Delivers up to 45% more power
• Comfort: Up to 55% less vibration
• Capacity: Large 3-1/2” cutting depth
• Zero Emissions: OK for indoor use
• Lower Noise, less maintenance, zero emissions: Ideal for hardscape, OK for indoor use
• Available NOW

• The Next Generation in Modular Storage Systems™
• Transport: More efficient loading and unloading from a truck
• Access: More convenience to open any box without unstacking
• Store: More volume for later tools and accessories
• Organize: More options for customizable configurations
• Available in November 2024

• Efficiency: Simultaneous charging of 4 ports at the same time
• Portability: Portable design with integrated handles
• Design: IPX4 weather-resistant construction
• (no release date at this time)