Makita GRJ01M1 40V max XGT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw Kit (4.0Ah)

The Makita GRJ01M1 40V Max XGT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw Kit is a cordless reciprocating saw kit built for cutting and demolition work. This is a reciprocating saw designed for demolition, rough cutting, and jobsite tear-out. Model GRJ01M1 gives you the saw, one 40V max XGT 4.0Ah battery, charger, blades, and bag, making it a solid entry point for contractors and serious DIY users who want cordless power without stepping down in cutting speed.

What makes this saw matter on the job is the combination of speed and stroke. The Makita-built brushless motor delivers two speed ranges, 0 to 2,300 strokes per minute on low and 0 to 3,000 strokes per minute on high, with a long 1-1/4 inch stroke length. In plain terms, that means faster material removal and more productive cuts in wood, pipe, PVC, plastic, aluminum, and metal. Makita also states up to 35% faster cutting speed, which lines up with what buyers in this category are after: less time leaning on the tool and more time getting through the cut.

Makita did more here than just turn the speed up. The refined crank mechanism is designed to minimize blade deflection and reduce vibration, and that is a real benefit in reciprocating saw work. When the blade wanders less, the tool feels more settled, especially in overhead cuts, plunge starts, and one-handed cleanup cuts where a saw can get jumpy. The ergonomic handle layout also helps in difficult cutting positions, so the saw is better suited to awkward demolition work than a bulky, nose-heavy design.

The rest of the design is focused on jobsite efficiency. A tool-free blade change lever speeds up blade swaps, which matters when you move between wood cutting and metal cutting. The adjustable shoe helps extend blade life. An electric brake stops the blade faster when you release the trigger, and the built-in LED light helps when you are cutting in mechanical rooms, basements, crawl spaces, or during punch-list work with poor lighting. The large two-finger variable speed trigger gives you a little more control when starting a cut instead of going full speed immediately.

For durability, Makita calls out a metal-reinforced gear shaft, a self-lubricating slider, and XPT protection for increased dust and water resistance in harsh jobsite conditions. The XGT platform also actively monitors overload, over-discharge, and overheating. That system-level protection matters on a high-draw tool like a reciprocating saw, because demolition tools get pushed hard. The saw weighs 9.9 lbs with battery, so it is not a lightweight trim tool, but that weight comes with the kind of output users expect from a 40V max platform.

The GRJ01M1 runs on Makita 40V max XGT lithium-ion batteries, and that platform is built for higher-demand cordless tools. If you are already in XGT, this saw drops right into the same battery and charger system. If you are not, this kit gives you a battery and charger to get started. Makita notes up to 145 cuts per charge in 2x10 SPF lumber using one XGT 4.0Ah battery, which gives a useful baseline for framing lumber and general demo pacing.

This is a smart fit for remodelers, general contractors, plumbers, electricians, HVAC techs, framing crews, and anyone doing regular demolition or rough-in cutting. If you need a compact little saw mainly for light pruning or occasional punch-list work, this may be more tool than you need. But if you want a cordless reciprocating saw that is meant to be used hard, the Makita GRJ01M1 40V Max XGT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw Kit is built for exactly that kind of work.

Voltage 40V max Motor Type Brushless Strokes Per Minute 0 to 2,300 / 0 to 3,000 SPM Stroke Length 1-1/4 in Max Cutting Capacity in Wood 10 in with 12 in blade Max Cutting Capacity in Pipe 5-1/8 in Weight 9.9 lbs with battery Overall Length 18-5/8 in

Makita GRJ01M1 40V Max XGT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw Kit Means Business

This is the kind of reciprocating saw kit you buy when you actually plan to lean on it, not just keep it around for the occasional odd cut.

• Who it's for: Contractors, remodelers, plumbers, electricians, and serious DIY users who need a cordless demolition saw with real speed and runtime.
• Why it stands out: The 2-speed brushless setup, 1-1/4 inch stroke, reduced blade deflection, and included XGT battery and charger make it more than just a bare-tool upgrade.
• Worth knowing: At 9.9 lbs with battery, it is not a featherweight. That said, most users shopping this class of saw will gladly trade a little weight for the power and cutting pace.

• Is this a bare tool or a full kit? It is a kit. The GRJ01M1 includes the saw, one 40V max XGT 4.0Ah battery, charger, blades, and bag.
• What battery platform does it use? This saw uses Makita 40V max XGT lithium-ion batteries.
• Does it have variable speed? Yes. It has a variable speed trigger and a 2-speed selector with ranges of 0 to 2,300 and 0 to 3,000 strokes per minute.
• Does it have an electric brake and tool-free blade changes? Yes. It includes both an electric brake and a tool-less blade change lever.