Makita believe that for a good tool you need a good motor, and Makita makes every effort to make sure their motors are of the best quality. They use premium grade steel to produce armature shafts and gears, and only steel of the highest grade is used.

MAKITA DSS611Z 18v Circular saw - 165mm blade - Howe Tools MAKITA DSS611Z 18v Circular saw - 165mm blade - Howe Tools

The Makita DSS611 circular saw has been developed as a cost-competitive sister tool of Model DSS610. It is ideal for professional work and for DIY projects as it features the same lightweight design, portability and high performance as DSS610 with less functionality. It comes with a Makita DSS611 circular saw TCT Saw Blade, Hex Wrench and Guide Rule, please note, this is a bare unit without a battery or charger. Lithium-ion batteries have greater life spans than their Ni-MH or Ni-Cad counterparts giving 430% greater run time This DSS611Z has a very powerful motor, that is powered by 18V Li-ion battery (not included) to deliver smooth cutting power at a high rotational speed of up to 3,700 rpm. Lithium-ion's 40% weight saving means 18v power can be obtained by a battery that weighs the same as a 12v Ni-MH batteryThe Makita DSS610 Circular Saw features a double safety trigger to help reduce the risk of injury. It offers a high no load speed of 3,700 RPM and features a low vibration K factor of 1.5m/sec and has a low weight of 3.2 kg. Thanks to the trace cutting line you can achieve precise cuts, while the ergonomic design will reduce user fatigue. The Makita DSS611Z is a powerful and versatile cordless circular saw that is perfect for a variety of woodworking applications. It is lightweight and compact, making it easy to maneuver, and it features a 50 degree bevel capacity for added versatility. The saw also comes with a removable dust nozzle for dust extraction, a rubberized soft grip for comfortable handling, and a double safety trigger to prevent accidental starting. If you are looking for a powerful and efficient cordless circular saw that is also lightweight and compact, then the Makita DSS611Z is the perfect choice for you. Features: the tool is not an Air Compressor/ Air Tool, a Battery/ Charger, an Accessory, or a Petrol or Production Tool

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The 22 minute charge time with the air cooled Makstar Optimum Charging System means you dont have to wait too long to have this tool fully charged These are really great stats so you can be sure this is a quality tool that has been tried and tested by thousands of buyers.No way, had no idea they produce their own too. Now I just need to figure out what model I have as the little metallic plate is pretty much scratched off! O dear.