Makita UC3551A
Professional arborists and serious homeowners will find exceptional performance in this electric chainsaw that delivers an impressive 10.8 kW of cutting power. Weighing just 5.5 kg without bar and chain, it strikes an optimal balance between power and maneuverability for extended use sessions. The 35.6 cm recommended bar length makes it versatile enough for medium to large tree work while remaining manageable for precise cuts.
What sets this model apart is its high-speed chain operation at 14.7 m/s, enabling fast, clean cuts through hardwood and softwood alike. The 0.375-inch chain pitch provides excellent cutting efficiency, while the 0.201-liter oil tank ensures adequate lubrication during extended operations. As an electric unit, it eliminates the maintenance headaches of gas engines while delivering consistent power output, making it ideal for professionals who prioritize reliability and environmental considerations in their daily work.
Technical Specifications
| Recommended Bar Length | 35.6 cm |
| Chain Pitch | 0.375 " |
| Chain Speed | 14.7 m/s |
| Weight (without bar and chain) | 5.5 kg |
| Oil Tank Capacity | 0.201 l |
| Fuel Type | Electric |
Frequently asked questions
What is the Makita UC3551A best suited for?
The Makita UC3551A is a corded electric chainsaw with a 35.6 cm bar, which puts it in the range for pruning, light trimming and occasional cutting around a property rather than felling. Running from mains power, it needs an outlet and extension lead nearby, trading portability for a saw that never runs out of charge.
How much does the Makita UC3551A weigh?
The Makita UC3551A weighs 5.5 kg without bar and chain, which is heavy for a saw carrying only a 35.6 cm bar. Being corded, the weight is not offset by a battery pack, so that mass sits entirely in motor and housing, giving stability on a bench cut but tiring the arms over long overhead sessions.
What bar and chain does the Makita UC3551A run?
The Makita UC3551A carries a 35.6 cm recommended bar with a 0.375 inch pitch chain, moving at 14.7 m/s. That is a moderate chain speed suited to controlled pruning and trimming cuts, and the bar length clears branches and small trunks of roughly that diameter in a single pass rather than large felling work.
Does the Makita UC3551A run on a battery?
No, the Makita UC3551A is a corded electric saw powered from the mains, not from a battery pack. That means no charge to manage and cutting time is not limited the way it is on a battery saw, but the working radius is set by how far the power cord and any extension lead can reach.
How much chain oil does the Makita UC3551A hold?
The Makita UC3551A carries 0.201 litres of chain oil, a small reservoir. Because the saw runs continuously off the mains with no battery break to prompt a check, that tank is the practical limit on an unbroken cutting session: the level is worth watching directly rather than waiting for a natural pause to refill it.
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