2025 Makita Outdoor Power Equipment - String Trimmers XRU18Z

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2025 Makita Outdoor Power Equipment - String Trimmers XRU18Z

Landscapers are demanding more cordless alternatives to gas-powered outdoor power equipment. Makita is meeting demand with an expanding collection of string trimmers, including the 36V (18V X2) LXT® Brushless String Trimmer Kit (XRU18Z). With zero emissions, lower noise and considerably less maintenance than gas-powered string trimmers, the 36V (18V X2) LXT® String Trimmer is a welcome solution for landscapers. The XRU18Z has the power equivalent to a 30cc gas string trimmer. The efficient Makita® BL™ Brushless Motor delivers longer run time, more power and speed, and longer tool life. With a 17” cutting swath, the XRU18 provides increased productivity. The steel drive shaft provides less vibration and longer equipment life.

Features may include:

  • Power equivalent to a 30cc gas string trimmer
  • No gas, emissions, oil mixing or pull starts
  • Makita-built BL™ Brushless Motor provides high power and increased torque
  • 17"" cutting swath for increased productivity
  • Variable speed trigger switch for controlled cutting speed

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Highlights

  • Seneca Falls, New York
  • 2025
  • Makita
  • Outdoor Power Equipment - String Trimmers XRU18Z
  • Available

Specifications

  • 2025
  • Makita
  • Outdoor Power Equipment - String Trimmers
  • XRU18Z
  • General
  • Brushless
  • Cordless
  • 2X 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion
  • No Load (var. 3 spd.) :0 - 4,000 / 0 - 4,600 / 0 - 6,000 RPM
  • Arbor Shaft : M10 x 1.25 LH | Cutting Swath : 17"
  • 72-1/2"
  • Net (with battery): 13.6 lbs. | Net (without battery) : 10.8 lbs.
  • 19.27 lbs
  • Form Factor (LXT) : X2