Makita XCU08Z
Built for professional arborists and tree care specialists, this battery-powered chainsaw combines portability with serious cutting performance. Weighing just 3.36 kg without bar and chain, it delivers impressive chain speeds of 20.02 m/s through its 35.56 cm recommended bar length, making it ideal for precision work in elevated positions and confined spaces where maneuverability is crucial.
What sets this model apart from traditional gas-powered alternatives is its virtually silent operation and zero emissions, allowing for use in noise-restricted areas and indoor applications. The low vibration design produces only 2.5 m/s² at the front handle, reducing operator fatigue during extended use. With a 0.14-liter oil tank capacity and 3/8" chain pitch, it maintains the professional-grade performance standards expected from Makita's XCU series while eliminating the maintenance hassles of fuel mixing and carburetor adjustments.
Technical Specifications
| Recommended Bar Length | 35.56 cm |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8" " |
| Chain Speed | 20.02 m/s |
| Weight (without bar and chain) | 3.36 kg |
| Oil Tank Capacity | 0.14 l |
| Vibration Front Handle | 2.5 m/s² |
| Intended Use | Professional tree care |
| Fuel Type | Electric (Battery) |
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Makita XCU08Z built for?
Makita lists the XCU08Z as intended for professional tree care, not casual homeowner use. It runs as an electric, battery-powered saw rather than petrol, which fits a professional's need for a tool that starts instantly and needs no fuel mixing between jobs on a job site or up in a tree.
How much does the Makita XCU08Z weigh?
The Makita XCU08Z weighs 3.36 kg without bar and chain, notably light for a saw Makita positions toward professional tree care. That low base weight matters for arborists making repeated cuts through a shift, reducing arm fatigue, though the saw gets heavier once the bar, chain and battery are actually fitted.
What bar and chain does the Makita XCU08Z run?
The Makita XCU08Z pairs a 35.56 cm recommended bar with a 3/8 inch pitch chain moving at 20.02 m/s. That chain speed is brisk for a battery saw, and the 3/8 inch pitch is a widely stocked size, so the XCU08Z cuts quickly while staying easy to keep in replacement chains.
How much bar and chain oil does the Makita XCU08Z hold?
The Makita XCU08Z carries a 0.14 litre oil tank for bar and chain lubrication, a small reservoir even next to other battery saws. For professional users running the XCU08Z through repeated cuts, that points to checking and topping up oil more often rather than assuming one fill covers a full session.
How much does the Makita XCU08Z vibrate?
Makita measures 2.5 m/s² of vibration at the front handle of the XCU08Z. That is a low reading, which matters for professional tree care work where the saw runs for extended stretches through a shift, since lower front-handle vibration reduces the hand fatigue that builds up over repeated cuts.
Guides that cover this model
Source: www.makitatools.com