With 0 emissions, lower noise, and considerably less maintenance, the 18V X2 (model XRU11Z, tool only, batteries and charger sold separately) cordless string trimmer is a welcome solution for landscapers. It’s compatible with Makitas fast-charging 18V LXT batteries, and features an efficient Makita BL brushless motor for longer run time, increased power and speed, and longer tool life. The efficient brushless motor delivers up to 6,000 RPM for faster cutting. The XRU11Z is equipped with Automatic Torque Drive Technology, which automatically shifts from 4,000-6,000 RPM depending on the density of the application. There are three speed options (4,000/5,000/6,000 RPM), allowing users to match the speed to the application. On the high setting, users will get up to 40 minutes under load while using an 18V LXT 5.0 Ah battery (sold separately). Additional features include a full 11-3/4 in. cutting swath, an easy-loading bump-and-feed trimmer head, and reverse rotation that allows users to quickly clear the head of entangled grass and weeds. The XRU11Z accepts industry standard M8x1.25 LH spindles. The XRU11Z features Makita Extreme Protection Technology (XPT). XPT is a protective seal inside the tool, and is engineered for improved operation in harsh conditions by channeling water and dust from key internal components.
- Up to 40 minutes of run time with 5.0Ah battery under load on the high setting (battery not included)
- BL brushless motor delivers up to 6,000 RPM for faster cutting
- Automatic torque drive technology automatically shifts from 4,000-6,000 RPM depending on density of application
- 3-speed options (Low: 4,000 RPM, medium: 5,000 RPM, high: 6,000 RPM) allows the operator to match speed to application
- 11-3/4 in. cutting swath for user convenience
- Accepts industry standard M8x1.25 LH spindles for more convenience
- Easy-loading bump and feed trimmer head for increased user convenience
- Reverse rotation system allows operator to quickly clear trimmer head of entangled grass and weeds
- Weighs only 7.4 lbs. with battery (battery not included) for reduced operator fatigue
- Efficient BL brushless motor is electronically controlled to optimize battery energy use for up to 50% longer run time per charge
- BL brushless motor eliminates carbon brushes, enabling the BL motor to run cooler and more efficiently for longer life
- Compact size is ideal for trimming and precise edging
- LED battery indicator monitors battery charge status
- Overheat warning system turns on indicator light and is engineered to automatically stop motor
- Extreme protection technology (XPT) is engineered for improved dust and water resistance for operation in harsh conditions
- Equipped with star protection computer controls to protect against overloading, over-discharging and over-heating
- Rapid optimum charger communicates with the battery’s built-in chip throughout the charging process to optimize the battery life by actively controlling current, voltage and temperature (battery and charger not included)
- Rapid optimum charger has a built-in fan to cool the battery for faster, more efficient charging (battery and charger not included)
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Berta West (verified owner) –
great buy
Myah Maggio (verified owner) –
Makita loyalist for decades due to performance value. Big fan of the 18V tools. This trimmer rivals my premium gas unit’s power and offers lighter weight and simpler operation and maintenance. Love it!
Shana Flatley (verified owner) –
This was a Christmas gift and it is winter so has not been used yet. He was very excited to get it. Hope it lives up to the Makita name. Rating given is by Makita name alone.
Perry Schneider (verified owner) –
Quiet, powerful, line feeds well, typical well designed Mikita tool
Rudy Jenkins (verified owner) –
Great tool to add to my Makita Cordless collection. I am able to mow my lawn, take a battery out and pop it in the trimmer, edge the lawn, then take both batteries and put them in my blower. In 30 minutes I was done with my backyard (which is about 1800/SF). No cords, no gas, no loud noise. Easy Easy Easy!
Joany Bashirian (verified owner) –
I love it
Spencer Herman (verified owner) –
Light weight well balanced, and w . Do the yard on less than 1 charge.
Theodore Cummings (verified owner) –
Ok
Aditya Paucek (verified owner) –
Worked better than expected.
Kirstin Moore (verified owner) –
Trimmer showed up on time and was easy to use. Was able to get about 40 min of use on one 3.0ah battery.
Brionna Rice (verified owner) –
The string trimmer was not packaged well. One part came lose from the motor and caused some time lost in assembly as it is not shown on the diagrams. Once I realized where it went, all was easy to assemble. It works good.
Kyla King (verified owner) –
quiet, light weight, plenty of power and the battery life is great.
Angus Deckow (verified owner) –
This is a new purchase have not used it outside yet assembly was very easy Mikita batteries are top notch . Only Negative i see is onboard tool storage does not work very well. Will rate string trimmer when season begins . For quality of Cutting and longevity of tool.
Gustave Collier (verified owner) –
Works great and exceeded my expectations!!
Sydney Lemke (verified owner) –
Very easy to assemble & use. Has plenty of power to get thru the thickest foxtails!
June Gorczany (verified owner) –
I already had some Makita 18 volt batteries so I got the tool only. I like it except for the fact that I can’t change out the head for an aftermarket one.
Grady Howe (verified owner) –
Its what was i expected.
Mercedes Doyle (verified owner) –
Very good / has good power for 18 volts. Battery lasts long time.makita needs to make a model trimmer which is simaler in Desine with a pivoting. Head to. Trim and. Edge