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Makita XSR01Z 36V (18V X2) LXT Brushless Rear Handle 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw
The Makita XSR01Z 36V (18V X2) LXT Brushless Rear Handle 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw is a cordless rear handle saw built for framing, sheathing, and general jobsite cutting where corded power used to be the default. This is a circular saw designed for cutting sheet goods, framing lumber, and dimensional lumber on active jobsites. Model XSR01Z is sold as a tool only, so batteries and charger are not included.
What makes this saw matter is how it combines a rear handle layout with Makita's 18V X2 battery setup. It runs on two 18V LXT lithium-ion batteries to produce 36V-class performance while keeping you on the Makita LXT platform. If you already own Makita 18V packs, this is the practical upgrade path to a cordless framing saw that can take over a lot of work normally handed to a corded worm drive style saw.
The brushless motor is electronically controlled and delivers 5,100 RPM. On the job, that means quick, clean cuts through common framing material and sheet stock, plus better efficiency than a brushed motor. Makita also builds in Automatic Speed Change technology, which adjusts speed and torque during the cut. In plain terms, the saw reacts to load instead of feeling flat when material gets tougher.
Capacity is where this tool earns its place in a truck or trailer. The 2-9/16 inch maximum cut depth at 90 degrees lets it cut 3X material in a single pass. It also offers bevel capability from 0 to 53 degrees with positive stops at 22.5, 45, and 53 degrees. That gives you the range for common framing angles without turning setup into a chore.
The rear handle, blade-left design is familiar territory for users coming from traditional framing saws because it gives many right-handed users a more direct line of sight to the cut. Makita keeps the build tough with a die-cast magnesium base and blade guard, plus a die-cast aluminum blade cover and motor housing. That combination is about real jobsite durability without making the saw unnecessarily bulky.
Makita also paid attention to jobsite practicality. The saw has an electric brake for faster stop time between cuts, a retractable extra-wide tool hook for staging, a built-in tether notch, rubberized grip surfaces, and a 3-stage LED battery gauge. Extreme Protection Technology is built in for improved dust and water resistance in rough conditions, and Star Protection Computer Controls help protect against overload, over-discharge, and overheating when paired with compatible batteries.
Runtime is strong for a tool in this class. Makita states up to 558 cross-cuts per charge in 2x4 SPF lumber using two fully charged 5.0Ah batteries, and up to 291 cross-cuts in 2x10 SPF lumber with the same battery setup. Those are the kinds of numbers that matter to framers, builders, roofers, and remodelers who need cordless mobility but do not want to baby the saw through a workday.
This saw makes the most sense for pros who want rear handle balance, left-blade visibility, and serious cordless cutting power without leaving the Makita 18V LXT system. It also fits experienced DIY users doing decks, additions, sheds, or heavy remodeling, but it is not really aimed at occasional light-duty cutting. If you want a compact trim saw, this is not that. If you want a full-size cordless framing circular saw that can replace a lot of corded use, this is the one to look at.
Built for Full-Size Framing Cuts
This is the kind of cordless circular saw you buy when a compact sidewinder is no longer enough. The rear handle layout, full-size 7-1/4 inch blade, and deep cut capacity are aimed at framing work, roof work, and production cutting where speed and control matter.
- 7-1/4 inch blade with 5/8 inch arbor
- 2-9/16 inch max cut depth at 90 degrees and 1-3/4 inch at 45 degrees
- 0 to 53 degree bevel range with positive stops at 22.5, 45, and 53 degrees
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Pro Tip
If you are stepping up from a corded sidewinder, give yourself a little time with the rear handle balance and blade-left sightline before making production cuts. Once you do, the XSR01Z tends to feel more natural on long rip cuts and framing layouts, especially with a straightedge.
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Tool Nut's Take
A real framing saw, not a dressed-up trim saw
The Makita XSR01Z 36V (18V X2) LXT Brushless Rear Handle 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw is for guys who want cordless freedom without giving up the feel and authority of a full-size rear handle saw.
- Who it's for: Framers, roofers, remodelers, and serious Makita users who already have 18V LXT batteries and need a saw that can do actual production cutting.
- Why it stands out: You get a brushless motor, 5,100 RPM, single-pass 3X cutting at 90 degrees, and rear handle blade-left layout in a platform that still uses Makita 18V LXT packs.
- Worth knowing: This is a tool-only purchase and it needs two batteries to run. Great trade-off if you are already on LXT, less convenient if you are starting from zero.
Common Questions
- Is this a corded or cordless saw? It is a cordless circular saw.
- What battery system does it use? It uses two Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion batteries in Makita 18V X2 LXT configuration.
- What size blade does it take? It uses a 7-1/4 inch blade with a 5/8 inch arbor.
- How deep will it cut at 90 degrees? Maximum cut depth at 90 degrees is 2-9/16 inches.
- Does it have an electric brake? Yes. Makita lists this saw with an electric brake for faster stopping between cuts.
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