The Makita XRU15PT is a 36V (18V X2) LXT brushless string trimmer kit with two 5.0Ah batteries and a dual-port rapid optimum charger. The Outer Rotor BL Brushless Motor direct-drive system delivers high sustained power on a straight shaft platform with a 15-inch cutting swath. Automatic Torque Drive Technology shifts between 3,500 and 6,500 RPM automatically, while three manual speed settings (Low: 3,500 / Medium: 5,300 / High: 6,500 RPM) provide additional control. Run time reaches up to 1.5 hours with two 5.0Ah batteries.
What Outer Rotor BL motor is in the XRU15PT?
The XRU15Z uses Makita's Outer Rotor BL Brushless Motor direct-drive system. The outer rotor design increases motor diameter, which improves torque efficiency and delivers more power with less heat compared to conventional brushless motor designs.
What is the run time on the XRU15PT with the included batteries?
Using two BL1850B 5.0Ah batteries, the XRU15Z delivers up to 1.5 hours of continuous run time. This is sufficient for trimming typical suburban properties on a single charge.
What are the three speed settings on the XRU15PT?
Low: 3,500 RPM, Medium: 5,300 RPM, High: 6,500 RPM. An Automatic Torque Drive mode also shifts speed between 3,500 and 6,500 RPM based on cutting load for optimized run time and power.
What trimmer head does the XRU15PT include?
The XRU15PT includes the Makita 197296-3 bump and feed trimmer head with an M10 x 1.25 LH thread pattern, pre-loaded with .080-inch twisted quiet line.
What is the difference between the XRU15PT and XRU15PT1?
The XRU15PT includes two BL1850B 5.0Ah batteries. The XRU15PT1 includes four BL1850B 5.0Ah batteries for extended all-day operation. Both include the same XRU15Z tool body and DC18RD dual-port charger.
# Makita 36V LXT X2 Brushless 15 in. String Trimmer Kit (2 x 5.0Ah) **Model:** `XRU15PT` **Brand:** Makita **Category:** String Trimmer > The Makita XRU15PT is a 36V (18V X2) LXT brushless string trimmer kit with two 5.0Ah batteries and a dual-port rapid optimum charger. The Outer Rotor BL Brushless Motor direct-drive system delivers high sustained power on a straight shaft platform with a 15-inch cutting swath. Automatic Torque Drive Technology shifts between 3,500 and 6,500 RPM automatically, while three manual speed settings (Low: 3,500 / Medium: 5,300 / High: 6,500 RPM) provide additional control. Run time reaches up to 1.5 hours with two 5.0Ah batteries. ## Specifications | Attribute | Value | |---|---| | Product Type | String Trimmer | | Voltage | 36 | | Platform | LXT X2 | | Cutting Width In | 15 | | Head Type | Bump Feed | | Shaft Type | Straight | | Brushless | Yes | | Tool Only | No | | Battery Included | Yes | | Battery Ah | 5 | | Charger Included | Yes | | Weight (lbs) | 10.4 | | Warranty | 3-year limited | | Barcode (UPC) | | ## What's Included - 36V (18V X2) LXT brushless string trimmer (XRU15Z) - 18V LXT 5.0Ah battery x2 (BL1850B) - 18V LXT dual port rapid optimum charger (DC18RD) - bump and feed trimmer head M10 x 1.25 LH (197296-3) Source: https://www.jaspecs.com/makita/string-trimmer/xru15pt-makita-36v-lxt-x2-brushless-string-trimmer-kit/