Makita XCU06Z
Professional arborists and tree care specialists have a powerful cordless solution in this battery-powered chainsaw designed specifically for demanding outdoor applications. With its compact 25.4cm recommended bar length and impressive 24.0 m/s chain speed, this tool excels at precision pruning, trimming, and limbing tasks where mobility and control are essential.
Weighing just 2.36kg without bar and chain, the lightweight design reduces operator fatigue during extended use while maintaining the power needed for professional-grade work. The 3/8" LP chain pitch delivers efficient cutting performance, while the 0.14-liter oil tank capacity ensures adequate chain lubrication. Low vibration levels of just 2.5 m/s² at the front handle enhance user comfort and precision, making this an ideal choice for tree care professionals who demand reliability and performance from their cordless cutting equipment.
Technical Specifications
| Recommended Bar Length | 25.4 cm |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8" LP " |
| Chain Speed | 24.0 m/s |
| Weight (without bar and chain) | 2.36 kg |
| Oil Tank Capacity | 0.14 l |
| Vibration Front Handle | 2.5 m/s² |
| Intended Use | Professional tree care, pruning, trimming and limbing |
| Fuel Type | Battery |
Frequently asked questions
What is the Makita XCU06Z designed for?
Makita positions the XCU06Z for professional tree care, pruning, trimming and limbing rather than felling. It pairs a 25.4 cm recommended bar with a battery-driven motor, keeping the saw compact enough for one-handed work in a canopy or reaching into a hedge, not for cutting through large standing trunks on the ground.
How much does the Makita XCU06Z weigh, and what does that figure leave out?
The Makita XCU06Z weighs 2.36 kg without bar and chain, one of the lightest figures in this catalog. That number excludes the 25.4 cm bar, chain and the 0.14 litre of bar oil, plus the battery packs it runs on, so actual in-hand weight is higher, though still light enough for sustained overhead pruning.
How fast does the chain move on the Makita XCU06Z?
The Makita XCU06Z drives a 3/8 inch LP pitch chain at 24.0 m/s, a brisk speed for a battery saw. Combined with the 25.4 cm bar, it lets the chain clear pruning cuts and small limbs quickly without lingering in the wood, which matters for a saw built around tree-care and trimming work.
How much vibration does the Makita XCU06Z transmit to the front handle?
Makita rates the XCU06Z at 2.5 m/s² of vibration on the front handle, a low figure that reflects its light, battery-driven design. For an arborist or landscaper making repeated pruning and trimming cuts through a workday, lower front-handle vibration means less hand fatigue than a heavier gas saw with a comparable bar length.
How much bar oil does the Makita XCU06Z hold?
The Makita XCU06Z carries a 0.14 litre bar oil tank, a small reservoir sized for its short 25.4 cm bar and light-duty pruning role. Because the tank is small, check the oil level often during a session of trimming and limbing, refilling it well before the chain runs dry and damages the bar.
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Source: www.makitatools.com