Makita XCU06Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 10" Top Handle Chain Saw, Tool Only

The Makita XCU06Z is a compact 10-inch top handle cordless chain saw designed for overhead pruning, branch trimming, and limbing. Powered by the Makita 18V LXT battery system, it provides a portable cutting solution for homeowners and property caretakers who need precise control when tidying up trees and yard foliage.

At the core of the tool is an outer rotor brushless direct-drive motor that delivers power equivalent to a 22cc gas chain saw. For tougher jobs, a dedicated torque boost mode assists when cutting through dense material. When paired with a 5.0Ah 18V LXT battery, the saw can make up to 175 cuts in 2x2 cedar, while lateral chain tensioning and a captured bar nut streamline chain adjustments in the field.

As a bare tool, this model does not include an 18V LXT battery or charger, so buyers must already own compatible Makita 18V gear or purchase them separately. Its compact 10-inch bar length and top handle layout are tailored specifically for pruning and lighter branch work rather than felling large trees or slicing thick logs.

Verdict: This lightweight saw is ideal for property owners and landscapers who already use Makita 18V LXT tools and need a nimble saw for branch care. Its combination of gas-equivalent power and compact top handle design makes quick work of routine yard pruning.

• Power source: 18V LXT Lithium-Ion battery (sold separately)
• Motor type: Makita-built Outer Rotor BL Brushless direct-drive
• Bar length: 10-inch
• Power equivalent: 22cc gas chain saw
• Design style: Top handle

A great fit if you:

• Already own compatible Makita 18V LXT batteries and chargers for power tools
• Need a compact top handle 10-inch chain saw specifically for tree pruning, branch trimming, and limbing jobs
• Want cutting power matching a 22cc gas chain saw along with a torque boost mode for dense materials

Consider something else if you:

• Do not currently own Makita 18V LXT batteries or chargers and prefer a complete starter kit
• Require a larger bar size than 10 inches for heavy tree felling or thick timber cutting

Is the battery or charger included with this saw?
No, this listing is for the bare tool only. It requires a compatible Makita 18V LXT lithium-ion battery, such as the 5.0Ah pack, and a charger to operate, which you will need to supply if you do not already own Makita 18V LXT gear.

How does this cordless saw perform compared to gas models?
Its Makita-built outer rotor BL brushless motor direct-drive system provides power equivalent to a 22cc gas chain saw. It also features a torque boost mode that delivers added performance when cutting through particularly dense material.

What kind of battery life and cutting capacity can I expect?
When paired with an 18V LXT 5.0Ah battery, this saw can deliver up to 175 cuts in 2x2 cedar. Its 10-inch top handle design makes it well suited for trimming, pruning, and limbing tasks.