The Ryobi PBLRS01B is an 18V ONE+ HP brushless reciprocating saw designed for demo work, pruning, and rough cutting. The brushless motor drives a 1-1/4 in. stroke at up to 3,200 SPM, giving it the power to rip through 2x lumber, PVC, and nail-embedded wood without the maintenance overhead of a brushed motor. A tool-free lever blade clamp speeds blade swaps on the job. It is sold as a bare tool for ONE+ HP battery owners who want to add a recip saw without paying for redundant batteries and a charger. The PBLRS01K1 kit bundles a 4.0 Ah HP battery and charger. The second-generation PBLRS02B adds a folding rafter hook and claims 25% faster cutting.
Is the PBLRS01B compatible with standard Ryobi ONE+ batteries?
Yes. The PBLRS01B runs on any 18V Ryobi ONE+ or ONE+ HP battery. The HP platform batteries deliver higher discharge rates that help the brushless motor reach its full 3,200 SPM rating under load.
What is the difference between PBLRS01B and PBLRS01K1?
The PBLRS01B is the bare tool with no battery or charger. The PBLRS01K1 is the kit version that adds a 4.0 Ah HIGH PERFORMANCE battery and an 18V charger — useful if you are new to the ONE+ HP platform.
How does the PBLRS01B compare to the newer PBLRS02B?
The PBLRS02B is the second-generation model. Ryobi claims it cuts 25% faster than the PBLRS01B and adds a folding rafter hook and a Rapid-Release blade lever. If you already own the PBLRS01B, the upgrade is incremental rather than essential.
Does the PBLRS01B have variable speed?
Yes. The trigger is variable-speed, so you can feather the SPM from a slow, controlled start up to 3,200 SPM for full-power cutting — helpful when starting cuts in thin material or near finished surfaces.
What blade size does the PBLRS01B accept?
The PBLRS01B accepts standard reciprocating saw blades with a universal shank. It ships with a 6 in. wood-cutting blade. Longer demo blades and bi-metal blades for metal cutting are available separately.
# Ryobi ONE+ HP 18V Brushless Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only) **Model:** `PBLRS01B` **Brand:** Ryobi **Category:** Reciprocating Saw > The Ryobi PBLRS01B is an 18V ONE+ HP brushless reciprocating saw designed for demo work, pruning, and rough cutting. The brushless motor drives a 1-1/4 in. stroke at up to 3,200 SPM, giving it the power to rip through 2x lumber, PVC, and nail-embedded wood without the maintenance overhead of a brushed motor. A tool-free lever blade clamp speeds blade swaps on the job. It is sold as a bare tool for ONE+ HP battery owners who want to add a recip saw without paying for redundant batteries and a charger. The PBLRS01K1 kit bundles a 4.0 Ah HP battery and charger. The second-generation PBLRS02B adds a folding rafter hook and claims 25% faster cutting. ## Specifications | Attribute | Value | |---|---| | Voltage (V) | 18 | | Platform | ONE+ HP | | Motor Type | Brushless | | No Load Spm | 3,200 | | Stroke Length (in.) | 1.25 | | Blade Clamp | Tool-Free Lever | | Tool Only | Yes | | Batteries Included | 0 | | Battery Included | No | | Charger Included | No | | Weight (lbs) | 5.6 | | Warranty | 3-year limited | ## What's Included - (1) RYOBI ONE+ HP 18V Brushless Reciprocating Saw (PBLRS01B) - (1) 6 in. Wood Blade Source: https://www.jaspecs.com/ryobi/reciprocating-saw/pblrs01b-ryobi-18v-one-hp-brushless-reciprocating-saw-tool-only/