DeWalt 60V MAX 14 In. Top Handle Kit vs Makita XCU09PT — 36V LXT Brushless 16" Top Handle Kit
A professional head-to-head for cordless top-handle crew work — published specs side by side for reference, no paid placement and no winner declared.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — dewalt.com.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — makitatools.com.
DeWalt 60V MAX 14 In. Top Handle Kit
The DeWalt 60V MAX 14 In. Top Handle Kit is a professional top-handle battery-powered chainsaw, designed for trained arborists pruning and limbing from the tree, with a 60-volt battery system and a 14-inch bar. It weighs 6 lb (2.7 kg).
Makita XCU09PT — 36V LXT Brushless 16" Top Handle Kit
The Makita XCU09PT — 36V LXT Brushless 16" Top Handle Kit is a professional top-handle battery-powered chainsaw, designed for trained arborists pruning and limbing from the tree, with a 36-volt battery system and a 16-inch bar. It weighs 7.5 lb (3.4 kg).
Best suited for
Each model's factual fit, from its duty class and key specs — no winner declared.
- DeWalt 60V MAX 14 In. Top Handle Kit Arborist (top-handle) trained climbers pruning and limbing aloft on a rope and harness (14-in bar)
- Makita XCU09PT — 36V LXT Brushless 16" Top Handle Kit Arborist (top-handle) trained climbers pruning and limbing aloft on a rope and harness (16-in bar)
Job fit
| Climbing & pruning | Quiet cordless top-handle saws for canopy work where noise and emissions matter (residential, near the public). |
|---|---|
| Runtime | Runtime is pack-limited; carry spares for a full climb. |
| Felling / bucking | Light-duty only — step up to gas or a large battery rear-handle saw for trunks. |
Power-to-weight & key specs
| Metric | DeWalt 60V MAX 14 In. Top Handle Kit | Makita XCU09PT — 36V LXT Brushless 16" Top Handle Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Power-to-weight | not specified by manufacturer | not specified by manufacturer |
| Bar length | 14-in bar | 16-in bar |
| Weight | 6.0 lb | 7.5 lb |
| Battery platform | DeWalt FlexVolt 60V | Makita LXT 18V/36V |
Full spec head-to-head
| Spec | DeWalt 60V MAX 14 In. Top Handle Kit | Makita XCU09PT — 36V LXT Brushless 16" Top Handle Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Battery & Electric | ||
| Battery Capacity | 9 Ah | — |
| Battery System | — | 2X 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion |
| Voltage | 60 V | 36 V |
| Bar & Chain | ||
| Chain Gauge | 0.043 in | 0.043 in |
| Chain Pitch | .325" LP | 3/8" LP |
| Guide Bar Length | 14.02 in (356 mm) | 15.98 in (406 mm) |
| Max Chain Speed | — | 3.94 m/s |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 18.46 in (469 mm) | — |
| System Weight | — | 10.3 lb (4.67 kg) |
| Weight | 6 lb (2.72 kg) | 7.5 lb (3.4 kg) |
| General | ||
| Power Source | battery | battery |
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Alternatives
- DeWalt 60V MAX 14 In. Top Handle — 60 V
- Kress KC320.9 Commercial-grade 60 V top-handle — 60 V
- Makita XCU09Z — 36V LXT Brushless 16" Top Handle , Tool Only — 36 V
- Makita XCU04Z — 36V LXT Brushless 16" , Tool Only — 36 V
Independent reference database. Specs are compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.
Frequently asked questions
How do the DeWalt 60V MAX 14 In. Top Handle Kit and Makita XCU09PT — 36V LXT Brushless 16" Top Handle Kit compare?
SawFacts presents their published specifications side by side as a neutral reference — it does not crown a winner. Compare the spec table and choose what fits your job and budget.
Are these top-handle saws suitable for homeowners?
No — top-handle saws are for trained climbers working aloft on a rope and harness. Use a rear-handle saw on the ground.
Are these specifications reliable?
Specs are compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison. Verify critical numbers with the manufacturer before purchase.