Makita EA5001PREL
Professional arborists and forestry workers demanding reliable cutting power will find a capable partner in this 50cc chainsaw from Makita's EA series. With its robust engine delivering 3.9 horsepower and reaching maximum speeds of 13,800 rpm, this model handles demanding cutting tasks with confidence. The powerhead weighs just 5.4 kg without bar and chain, providing an excellent power-to-weight ratio for extended use.
Designed for professional applications, this chainsaw features a 0.47-liter fuel tank and 0.27-liter oil reservoir to minimize refueling interruptions during intensive work sessions. The 0.325-inch chain pitch paired with the recommended 45.7cm bar length offers versatility for various cutting scenarios. Makita's century-plus experience in power tool manufacturing shines through in the thoughtful engineering details that make this saw a dependable choice for those who rely on their equipment daily.
Technical Specifications
Alternatives →| Engine Displacement | 50 cc |
| Power Output | 2.9 kW |
| Power Output (HP) | 3.9 hp |
| Maximum Speed | 13800 rpm |
| Recommended Bar Length | 45.7 cm |
| Chain Pitch | 0.325 " |
| Weight (without bar and chain) | 5.4 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 0.47 l |
| Oil Tank Capacity | 0.27 l |
| Intended Use | Professional |
| Fuel Type | 50:1 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the Makita EA5001PREL best suited for?
The Makita EA5001PREL is a professional-class petrol chainsaw with a 50 cc engine producing 2.9 kW, or 3.9 hp. Makita rates it for professional use rather than occasional homeowner work, and that output paired with the recommended 45.7 cm bar suits felling, firewood cutting and repeated daily use in forestry or landscaping.
What bar length and chain does the Makita EA5001PREL use?
Makita lists a recommended bar length of 45.7 cm for the EA5001PREL, running a 0.325 inch pitch chain. That combination favours cutting speed over raw bite: 0.325 inch is the mid-size standard, lighter on the engine than 3/8 inch, and 45.7 cm covers most trunks a 50 cc saw is asked to handle.
How much does the Makita EA5001PREL weigh?
The Makita EA5001PREL weighs 5.4 kg without bar and chain. Add the 45.7 cm bar, a full 0.47 litre fuel tank and 0.27 litres of chain oil, and the working weight climbs noticeably above that figure. At 5.4 kg dry the EA5001PREL is a two-handed ground saw, not a machine for overhead pruning.
How fast does the Makita EA5001PREL engine run?
The Makita EA5001PREL reaches a maximum speed of 13,800 rpm and is rated at 2.9 kW, or 3.9 hp. A ceiling of 13,800 rpm means chain speed recovers quickly once the cut loads the bar, so the EA5001PREL keeps pulling through dense hardwood instead of bogging down partway through a cut.
How big are the fuel and oil tanks on the Makita EA5001PREL?
The Makita EA5001PREL holds 0.47 litres of fuel and 0.27 litres of chain oil. The oil tank is a little over half the size of the fuel tank, the usual pairing, so both run low at roughly the same time. Top up the chain oil at every refuelling to avoid running the 45.7 cm bar dry.
What fuel mix does the Makita EA5001PREL need?
The Makita EA5001PREL runs on a 50:1 mix of petrol and two-stroke oil, so it needs premixed fuel rather than straight petrol from the pump. Chain lubrication is entirely separate, fed from its own 0.27 litre tank. A leaner mix than 50:1 leaves the 50 cc engine short of lubrication under sustained load.
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Source: www.makitatools.com