Makita introduces four-cycle handheld equipment

Makita is opening up its tool box to the power equipment market this week at the GIE+EXPO with an expanding range of solutions for landscaping, hardscape applications, forestry and related maintenance. Included are efficient MM4 four-stroke engine products, easy-starting MM2 two-stroke chain saws, and the world’s largest cordless equipment/tool line-up powered by an 18V lithium-ion slide style battery. The GIE+EXPO also marks the re-integration of Makita U.S.A. and DOLMAR power equipment.

Makita, which has owned Dolmar since 1991, said it will integrate the brand into its own line. The combination means Makita has an expanded line of two-stroke gas powered chain saws, including entry-level 32cc saws, 45-50cc mid-range (model EA5000PR) and larger saws for the forestry professional, as well as an expanded line of two-stroke concrete cutting saws.

The company, known best for its battery-powered equipment, is new to the professional landscape segment, and is showing a full line of four-cycle handheld equipment, including backpack and handheld blowers, a mist blower, string trimmers, brush trimmers, hedge trimmers, edgers, telescoping pole pruners and couple shafted products. For hardscape applications, Makita created a 4-stroke engine power cutter.

Makita is also expanding its battery powered line, with a focus on an 18-volt power platform that can run more than 100 of its tools. For professional contractors, Makita’s equipment: a blower, hedge trimmer, string trimmer and two chain saws – runs on two of the batteries,