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Makita 40V Max Brushless Blower Kit UB001GM101 review

Makita 40V Max Brushless Blower Kit UB001GM101

CHOICE Expert Rating

87%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  •   Very fast in blowing leaves from grass.
  •   Almost no leaves left behind when blowing leaves from grass.
  •   Good weight, well balanced with no detectable vibration.
  •   Comes with 3 nozzles which allows for a multiple length blowing tube.
Bad points

Bad Points

  •   Gets a bit tiring after a while, constantly pressing the turbo button to get the best blow.
  •   Very short battery life of around 6 minutes (4Ah battery).

Type

Blower type
Battery (cordless)
Vacuum function

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
87%
Performance score
87%
Ease of use score
85%
Vacuum performance score
N/A
Vacuum ease of use score
N/A
Noise at user's position and at 7.5m (dBA)
83 / 72

Related products

Availability
Tested model

Cost

Price
$689.00

Specifications

Motor power / capacity
N/A
Battery
36V Li-ion
Battery capacity (Ah)
4
Battery life / stated charge time (min)
5.5 / 45
Cord length (cm)
N/A
Claimed blow speed (km/h)
230 (turbo)
Claimed bag capacity (L)
N/A
Warranty (years)
3 blower (5 with registration); 2 for battery and charger
Blower dimensions (cm, L x W x H)
91.5 to 120 x 16.5 x 30
Weight (kg)
3.5
Contents of packaging
Blower, charger, battery, strap, end nozzle, adapter pipe, extension nozzle, flat nozzle, blower manual, charger manual, warranty
Country of origin
China
Website
makita.com.au

Features

Detachable tube
Carry strap
1
Nose wheel

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