Makita MakTrak Storage System
Perhaps the most anticipated new Makita product in recent months is the MakTrak storage system. The brand announced MakTrak in early October at their Power On event. The collection will launch with seven initial pieces, including:
- MakTrak Rolling Tool Chest T-90009
- MakTrak Large Tool Box T-90015
- MakTrak Extra-Large Extension Tool Box T-90021
- MakTrak Medium Tool Box T-90037
- MakTrak Deep Medium Organizer T-90043
- MakTrak Low-Profile Medium Organizer T-90059
- MakTrak Deep Compact Organizer T-90065
Makita 80V Cordless Vacuum
Makita’s 80V tools utilize two 40V batteries, leading to higher performance and more power than their single-battery counterparts. A case in point is the GCV07 vacuum, which delivers up to 173 CFM of suction power and 72.3 inches of water lift. Makita tells us it has a runtime of up to 54 minutes using the two kitted 4.0Ah batteries. To maximize your runtime even more, it also takes advantage of the AWS Auto-Start Wireless System when connected to a compatible tool, which powers the vacuum on/off with your tool.
- Model: Makita GCV07
- Up to 173 CFM
- 72.3 inches of water lift
- Runtime: up to 54 minutes (with two 4.0Ah batteries)
- Hose diameter: 1 inch
- Hose length: 11 feet
Price: $1,499 bare; $1,979 kit with two 4.0Ah 40V batteries and dual-port charger
Makita 40V max XGT Edger GEU01
Makita announced several new OPE items at the 2024 Power On event, including the 40V max GEU01 edger. This tool is Makita’s first dedicated battery-powered edger, producing the same power as a 31cc gas unit. Its 8-inch blade spins at up to 4300 RPM to power through dirt and debris, leaving you with a sharp edge. It also has a variable speed trigger for controlled cutting speed in a variety of applications.
- Model: Makita GEU01
- Power equivalency: 31cc
- Max speed: 4800 RPM
- Blade diameter: 8 inches
- Length: 73.25 inches
- Weight: 14.1 pounds (w/ battery)
Price: $449 bare
Makita 40V max 24-inch Articulating Pole Hedge Trimmer GNU01
Also announced at Power On 2024, the new GNU01 hedge trimmer is another first for the brand. It’s Makita’s first dedicated articulating hedge trimmer—that is, it’s not part of the Couple Shaft attachment system. It features a double-sided 24-inch blade, and its brushless motor delivers top speeds of 4000 SPM. Its 1 1/2-inch tooth spacing also lets you trim branches up to 1 inch in diameter.
- Model: GNU01
- Power equivalency: 24cc
- Blade length: 24 inches
- Max speed: 4000 SPM
- Tooth spacing: 1 1/2-inch
- Length: 89.5 inches
- Weight: 10.8 pounds (w/ battery)
Price: $669 kit with a 4.0Ah battery and rapid charger
Makita 40V max Brushless 9-inch Power Cutter GEC03
Makita recently added two new power cutters to the roster. The smaller of the two, the GEC03, is the brand’s first 40V power cutter. It features a brushless motor that delivers speeds of up to 6600 RPM. With a max cutting capacity of 3 1/2 inches, you can cut through masonry and metal materials for a variety of applications. To keep dust at a minimum when cutting concrete, it also has a water flow adjustment knob that continuously feeds water to the blade. Plus, the GEC03 features an electric brake that stops the cutting wheel in under 2 seconds, allowing for quick repositioning.
- Model: Makita GEC03
- Wheel diameter: 9 inches
- Max speed: 6600 RPM
- Max cutting depth: 3 1/2 inches
- Length: 23.75 inches
- Weight: 15.8 pounds (w/ battery)
Price: $559 bare; $949 kit with two 5.0Ah 40V batteries and charger
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