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Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT): price & specs

Name: Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT)
Brand: Makita
Price: 379.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT). Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

Source: makitatools.com verified 2026-06-27 STALE · 2026-06-19 ✓ corroborated verify in ledger

The Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT) is listed at $379.99 on makitatools.com as of 2026-06-27, #7 cheapest of 14 chainsaws (median $380); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Gold Deskmark — 63/100 pay-blind standing, #3 of 16 in class.

Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below

Cheapest chainsaws: Stihl MS 170 — $199.99

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Best for Positioned as a quiet, emission-free alternative with power rivaling a 32cc gas chainsaw; Manageable 11.5 lb weight even with both 18V batteries attached.

Is the Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT) a good buy?

At $380, the Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT) is #7 cheapest of the 14 chainsaws we track, where the median is $380. On the spec sheet, its bar length of 16 in is below the median of the 18, and its weight of 8.3 lb is below the median of the 16.

Evidence of Record

Our data

No independent lab has measured this product yet. 1 outlet has it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.

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Review consensus · sourced & dated

What reviewers say about the Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT)

Based on 1 review · 2020-08-19

Tested by Pro Tool Reviews

Consistently praised

Positioned as a quiet, emission-free alternative with power rivaling a 32cc gas chainsaw
Manageable 11.5 lb weight even with both 18V batteries attached
Lower maintenance than gas: no spark plug, engine oil, or air filter
Tool-less chain adjustment plus automatic chain lubrication with a large oil reservoir

Where reviewers disagree Single-source only, so no cross-source comparison is possible. The lone whitelisted write-up is a preview with no independent bench testing, so nothing verifies the manufacturer's 3,940 FPM chain-speed or 11.5 lb weight claims, and no drawbacks are reported.

The sources (1)

Pro Tool Reviews hands-on · 2020-08-19

The Makita XCU04 16-inch Chainsaw gives landscapers and contractors a viable alternative to noisy, messy gas power.

with both batteries attached, this saw still only weighs a manageable 11.5 lbs.

It can deliver up to 3,940 FPM, providing fast, clean cuts for cutting and trimming applications.

Specifications

Price (US)	$379.99 Tool-only (XCU04Z) widely listed price; kit (XCU04PT/CM) priced higher (~$389-$659)
Brand	Makita
Released	—
Power source	battery
Bar length (in)	16
Engine cc or voltage	36 V (2x18 V)
Weight (lb)	8.3
Anti vibration	Yes
Tool less chain tensioning	Yes
Automatic oiler	Yes

Source: makitatools.com (read 2026-06-19) STALE · 2026-06-19 · corroborated by protoolreviews.com (read 2026-06-19). 36 V (2x18 V), 16in bar, tool-less chain adjustment, and adjustable automatic chain lubrication confirmed on makitatools.com XCU04Z page 2026-06-19. Tool-only weight 8.3 lbs (11.1 lbs with battery) confirmed on the same page. Anti-vibration handle per Pro Tool Reviews. Tool-only price ~$379.99 widely listed.

Is the Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT) worth it vs cheaper chainsaws?

Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT) against its closest cheaper and pricier chainsaws on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 14 ranked

Product	Price	Power source	Bar length (in)	Engine cc or voltage	Weight (lb)	Anti vibration
Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT) this	$379.99	battery	16	36 V (2x18 V)	8.3	Yes
Echo CS-4010	$366.99	gas	18	41.6 cc	9.4	Yes
DeWalt FLEXVOLT DCCS670	$389.99	battery	16	60 V MAX	12.2	—

Frequently asked questions

What do reviewers say about the Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT)?

Only one whitelisted outlet, Pro Tool Reviews, covers the exact XCU04, and its piece is a spec-driven first look rather than a lab test, with no measured cut times or noise. It frames the 36V dual-18V saw as a quiet, low-maintenance gas alternative weighing 11.5 lbs. Praised: Positioned as a quiet, emission-free alternative with power rivaling a 32cc gas chainsaw; Manageable 11.5 lb weight even with both 18V batteries attached; Lower maintenance than gas: no spark plug, engine oil, or air filter; Tool-less chain adjustment plus automatic chain lubrication with a large oil reservoir. (From 1 tester review.)

How much does the Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT) cost?

The Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT) has a US price of $379.99 (Tool-only (XCU04Z) widely listed price; kit (XCU04PT/CM) priced higher (~$389-$659)), as of 2026-06-19.

How does the Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT) compare on price?

At $380, the Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT) is #7 cheapest of the 14 chainsaws we track, where the median is $380.

What are the Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT)'s key specs?

Makita XCU04 (18V X2 LXT) (Makita): power source battery, bar length in 16, engine cc or voltage 36 V (2x18 V), weight lb 8.3, anti vibration Yes. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.

Price of record: $379.99 at makitatools.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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