The Makita system of professional outdoor power equipment is on full display this week in Louisville at Equip Expo, including nine new products.
“Across the nation, landscapers are seeking the best options to convert their trucks and trailers from gas to battery-powered equipment,” says Stevan Garcia, senior product manager at Makita. “Makita has a deep system of professional battery-powered equipment for mowing, cutting, trimming, clean-ups and maintenance, as well as new power management solutions to keep an enterprise running at peak efficiency. This week in Louisville, we’re showing pros a total solution.”
The new products that Makita will showcase at Equip are:
GCU08 40V max XGT 20-inch chainsaw
- Delivers the power of a 50cc gas chainsaw.
- Cuts up to 25% faster than a 50cc gas saw.
- 20-inch bar for increased cutting capacity
- Available: Mid-2026
BL4080H 40V max XGT 8.0Ah High Power Battery
- Delivers up to 35% more power vs. BL4080F
- Tab-less cell technology for higher performance and more run time
- Engineered to run up to 32% cooler and maintain performance under continuous heavy load.
- Reaches a full charge in 76 minutes using XGT Rapid Charger
- Available Mid-2026
GBU03 40V max XGT Blower with Vacuum Attachment
- 3-in-1 blower, mulcher and vacuum for convenient clean-ups
- Delivers up to 487 CFM and 152 Mph
- 10:1 mulch ratio reduces up to 10 bags of leaves down to 1 bag with shredding blade
- Cruise control lever with variable speed trigger for power and run time management
- Available: Mid-2026
BCC01 8-Port Charging Case
- Charges up to 32 Batteries on one 15 AMP Circuit (4 boxes)
- Charge 40V max XGT or 18V LXT batteries (LXT batteries require ADP10 adapter)
BCC02 12-Port Charging Case
- Charges up to 48 XGT Batteries on one 15 AMP Circuit (4 boxes)
- Compatible with 2.5Ah and 4.0Ah max XGT batteries
- Available: Mid 2026
XPU01 18V LXT Pruning Shears
- Up to 8,300 cuts per charge
- Adjustable shear width: 1-3/16”, 1”, 11/16”, 3/8”
- Low weight (1.8 lb.) with slim 1-5/8” x 1-7/16” grip
- Available Mid-2026
MAKTRAK Organization Accessories
- A modular storage system
- Key organization accessories are now available for separate purchase, allowing users to further customize their MAKTRAK System
- Available now
1915Y2 10’ Power Cutter Water Hose Assembly Kit
- Connects Makita power cutters to LXT sprayer models XSU01, XSU02, XSU03
- Part of an efficient water delivery system for dust control and blade cooling
- Ideal for hardscape contractors at the show
- Available now
T-07842 8” Guide Bar, .325” LP, .043”, A041, 38 and
T-07836 8” Saw Chain, .325” LP, .043”, 38, Low Kickback
- Two new accessories for use with select Makita chain saws and pole saws
- Guide bar compatible with XAU03, ADCU10, XCU06, XCU10
- 1911W5-9 Sprocket required
- Part of the expanding OPE system of tools, equipment and accessories (Makita provides a total solution)
- Available now
Makita XGT and ConnectX Outdoor Power Equipment has earned field-tested certification from the American Green Zone Alliance.
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