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- Makita GCU04T1 — 40V max XGT Brushless 18" Kit Battery fleet quiet, low-maintenance crew work: pruning, limbing, and small-tree cutting (18-in bar)
- Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 18" Homeowner occasional cutting: limbing, small trees, and light firewood around the property (18-in bar)
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — makitatools.com.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — ryobitools.com.
| Spec | Makita GCU04T1 — 40V max XGT Brushless 18" Kit | Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 18" |
|---|---|---|
| Battery & Electric | ||
| Battery System | 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion | — |
| Voltage | 40 V | 40 V |
| Bar & Chain | ||
| Chain Gauge | 0.050 in | 0.050 in |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8" LP | 3/8" LP |
| Chain Speed | — | 14.2 m/s |
| Guide Bar Length | 17.99 in (457 mm) | 17.99 in (457 mm) |
| Max Chain Speed | 25.5 m/s | — |
| Oil Capacity | — | 8.5 fl oz (251.38 mL) |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| System Weight | 14.6 lb (6.62 kg) | — |
| Weight | 11.71 lb (5.31 kg) | 10.1 lb (4.58 kg) |
| General | ||
| Power Source | battery | battery |
| Warranty | — | 5 yr |