Introducing the XRU15PT1 Makita 36V (18V X2) LXT® Brushless String Trimmer Kit with 4 Batteries (5.0Ah), a cordless solution meeting landscapers’ demand for alternatives to gas-powered outdoor equipment. The XRU15PT1 Makita 36V (18V X2) LXT® Brushless String Trimmer Kit with 4 Batteries (5.0Ah) boasts zero emissions, reduced noise, and significantly less maintenance than gas-powered counterparts. It operates on two quick-charging 18V LXT batteries, offering power and runtime without compromising on the preferred 18V battery platform.

The trimmer’s electronic controls smartly manage battery energy, adapting to the fluctuating requirements of the application for increased power and speed when needed. The trimmer’s counter-clockwise rotation matches that of professional-grade trimmers, and uses standard industry spindles (M10x1.25 LH) for added convenience.

Empowered by the efficient Makita® BL™ brushless motor, the XRU15PT1 Makita 36V (18V X2) LXT® Brushless String Trimmer Kit with 4 Batteries (5.0Ah) ensures extended runtime, increased power and speed, and longevity of the tool. Makita’s brushless motor electronically optimizes battery energy usage, offering up to 50% longer runtime per battery charge than non-brushless tools. The XRU15PT1 model features a Makita-built Outer Rotor Brushless Motor with direct drive, ensuring high power and enhanced torque.

The XRU15PT1 Makita 36V (18V X2) LXT® Brushless String Trimmer Kit with 4 Batteries (5.0Ah) incorporates Makita Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™), a protective seal designed for improved operation in harsh conditions, by deflecting water and dust from key internal components.

As a part of Makita’s expansive 18V LXT System, the largest cordless tool system powered by 18V lithium-ion slide-style batteries, it benefits from the fastest charge times in its category, reducing downtime.

For improved tool performance and extended battery life, Makita’s Star Protection Computer Controls™ are incorporated. This communication technology facilitates real-time data exchange between the tool and battery, monitoring conditions during use to protect against overloading, over-discharging, and overheating. The XRU15PT1 Makita 36V (18V X2) LXT® Brushless String Trimmer Kit with 4 Batteries (5.0Ah) can also be powered by Makita 18V LXT and Compact Lithium-Ion Batteries with the star symbol, indicating Star Protection inside.

Features of the XRU15PT1 Makita 36V (18V X2) LXT® Brushless String Trimmer Kit with 4 Batteries (5.0Ah) include a Makita-built Outer Rotor BL™ Brushless Motor direct-drive system, Automatic Torque Drive Technology that auto-shifts from 3,500-6,500 RPM, 3-speed options, a 15” cutting swath, a bump and feed trimmer head loaded with 0.080” twisted quiet line, and a reverse rotation function. An adjustable loop handle ensures operator comfort. The Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™) ensures improved dust and water resistance for operation in harsh conditions. The product comes with a 3-year limited warranty on the tool, battery, and charger.