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 Brushless String Trimmer (CRU03Z). With zero emissions， lower noise and considerably less maintenance than gas-powered string trimmers， this string trimmer is a welcome solution for landscapers. The efficient Makita BL Brushless Motor delivers power equivalent to a 30cc gas string trimmer. longer run time， more power and speed， and longer tool life. With a 17\" cutting swath， the CRU03Z provides increased productivity. The steel drive shaft provides less vibration and longer equipment life. The CRU03Z utilizes an external battery connection， moving batteries from the unit to a battery backpack (sold separately). A cable connects the unit to the battery backpack. This shift in battery weight from the trimmer to the backpack provides improved balance and longer run time. Paired with the LXT and LXT X2 Portable Backpack Power Supply (PDC01， sold separately)， a user will gain twice the run time for any LXT X2 Product. It has three speed options (4，000/4，600/6，000 RPM). The Automatic Torque Drive Technology mode automatically shifts speeds to extend run time or add power. The reverse rotation function allows the user to quickly clear trimmer head of entangled grass and weeds.

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Makita-built BL Brushless Motor delivers power equivalent to a 30cc gas string trimmer

No gas， emissions， oil mixing or pull starts

External battery connection shifts the battery weight off the trimmer for improved balance and reduced weight

Cable connects to battery backpack for longer run time (battery backpack not included)

Steel drive shaft reduces vibration

Automatic Torque Drive Technology mode automatically shifts from 4，000-6，000 RPM for extended run time or added power

Variable speed trigger switch for controlled cutting speed

Reverse rotation function allows operator to quickly clear trimmer head of entangled grass and weeds

3 speed options (Low: 4，000 RPM， Medium: 4，600 RPM， High: 6，000 RPM) for power management

IPX4 weather-resistant construction for durability and long life

Includes bump and feed trimmer head loaded with 0.080" line

Features Extreme Protection Technology (XPT) engineered to provide increased dust and water resistance in harsh job site conditions

Equipped with Star Protection Computer Controls to protect against overloading， over-discharging and over-heating

3-year limited warranty