The DUX60Z is powered by two Makita 18v Lithium-Ion batteries in series to supply energy to the 36v DC motor drive system. With any of the tool heads attached and the two 18v batteries clipped into the motor housing, the overall balance of the complete machine is excellent with the loop handle perfectly positioned for complete machine control and manoeuvrability.

Powered by two 18V Li-ion batteries in series to supply energy to the powerful 36V DC motor drive system. Run time up to 117 minutes when using the BL1860 Battery, 97 minutes with the BL1850 Battery and 75 minutes when using the BL1840 Battery. (Using nylon cutting head) Powered by two 18V Li-ion batteries in series to supply energy to the powerful 36V DC motor drive system With the move to battery powered grounds maintenance machines becoming ever more popular, particularly at the demand of municipal authorities and public bodies, Makita offers a range of 18v tools and, more recently, an expanding inventory of twin 18v machines to give 36v power. The power and run-time performance of the 36v Brushless motor makes the latest tools fully comparable on power and performance to petrol engine machines, while being highly sustainable with low noise and emissions. I have the short reach duh601z trimmer and its very good. Don't know about long term durability yet though compared to petrol.Extreme Protection Technology (XPT) is engineered for improved dust and water resistance for operation in harsh conditions Most of the time I need something compact light and easily stored for lawn edge trimming around the house. But two or three times a year I need something powerful to maintain land on the family farm. Generally we’d use 2 stroke machines, stilhl chainsaws, tanaka hedge clipper etc. And work in places without access to 240v power for days at a time (but go to a house with power for lunch & dinner). Reliability is absolutely key for those days, can’t afford downtime. 2nd most important thing is performance; need something that is efficient at its job. I imagine the brush cutter would get 2-3 hours use on those days, probably with an opportunity to charge batteries half way through at lunch. Will need to handle think brambles and small ( speed options with soft-start (Low: 5,700 RPM, Medium: 8,200 High: 9,700 RPM) allows the operator to match speed to application The Makita DUX60Z is the main drive unit for a family of garden attachments including line trimmer, hedge trimmer, pole saw, cultivator and edging tool and is powered by 2 x 18v Li-ion batteries connected to the 36v brushless motor.

Part of the Makita multi tool system, this DUX60Z split shaft multi tool is suitable for use with all Makita Combi attachments - it uses the same attachments as the petrol counterpart. This Makita BR400MP Power Brush attachment is designed for use with the split-shaft DUX60 gardening multi-tool head and the new 40v MAX XGT UX01G.Product dimensions are stated with a battery / batteries, if they affect the overall dimensions of the product. Although I only need a brush cutter right now, I like the idea of a multi tool to add possibly a long handle hedge trimmer or cultivator in future. A brushless electronic motor runs more efficiently than brushed types. This can help reduce the tool's energy consumption. My Ryobi brush cutter is on its way out with a scored piston & cylinder. Am in the market for a new machine, and this Makita looks promising and a good price. I have Makita batteries and other kit already. Class leading cordless Combi engine featuring a powerful 36v DC motor drive system which is powered by two 18v lithium ion batteries. Delivering excellent power levels this lightweight machine boasts 0 harmful emissions and extremely low noise levels which allows this Combi engine to be used in noise sensitive areas.

The BL Brushless Motor eliminates carbon brushes, enabling the BL Motor to run cooler and more efficiently for longer life Makita DUX60Z Twin 18v BL LXT Split-Shaft Bare Unit The Makita model DUX60Z is a Twin 18v BL LXT Split-Shaft Bare Unit. A cordless multi function power head powered by 2x 18V Li-ion batteries. Ideal forYou could buy a stihl km56 unit for roughly the same price as the unit and the attachments are the same sort of price and if you don't use it much run it on aspen 2? ? They'll be a lot more torque than the 36v tool aswell

Im guessing from a try using a sthil battey trimmer: HLA85 (unsure of size of motor in this as not in spec?) the makita cordless version may be about as powerful as a 900w KM94 but not as powerful as the more powerful combi stihls engines in range. This DUX60Z Split-Shaft Multi Tool is a body only machine - attachments, batteries and chargers are sold separately. MAKITA DUX60Z FEATURES The Makita model DUX60Z is a Twin 18v BL LXT Split-Shaft Bare Unit. A cordless multi function power head powered by 2x 18V Li-ion batteries. Ideal for use in resorts, public places and among residential areas. This is a garden multi tool with the correct attachments it can be used as a hedge trimmer, pole saw or a cultivator.