Makita Makita GCU02Z — 40V max XGT® Brushless Cordless 14" Top Handle Chain Saw, Tool Only
Battery Chainsaws Arborist (top-handle) · Model GCU02Z
The Makita GCU02Z — 40V max XGT Brushless 14" Top Handle , Tool Only is a professional top-handle battery-powered chainsaw, designed for trained arborists pruning and limbing from the tree, with a 40-volt battery system and a 14-inch bar. It weighs 7.1 lb (3.2 kg).
Also sold as: Kit (battery + charger) — same saw, different package.
For pros: Top-handle (arborist) chainsaws · Professional battery chainsaws
At a glance
Independent reference database. Specs are compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.
Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on — makitatools.com.
Battery & Electric
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 40 V |
| Battery System | 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion |
Bar & Chain
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Guide Bar Length | 14.02 in (356 mm) |
| Chain Pitch | 3/8" LP |
| Max Chain Speed | 24.8 m/s |
| Chain Gauge | 0.043 in |
Dimensions & Weight
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight | 7.1 lb (3.22 kg) |
| System Weight | 9.2 lb (4.17 kg) |
General
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Source | battery |
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Source: Makita (manufacturer) · View archived copy. Specs normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer before purchase.