Official manufacturer imageBest for a wider 17-inch cutting swath and included battery kitMakita XRU18PT
The 18V X2 platform requires two compatible LXT batteries.
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Makita Cordless Strimmer and String Trimmer Models
Makita’s range spans compact 18V tools and 36V (18V X2) models. Match cutting width, shaft design and whether batteries and charger are included to your work.
Models at a glance
Official manufacturer imageBest for a wider 17-inch cutting swath and included battery kit
Official manufacturer imageBest for compact trimming and edging tasksMakita XRU24Z
Its narrower cutting swath is less suited to covering broad areas quickly.
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Official manufacturer imageUseful when comparing an existing older 18V kitMakita XRU11M1
Makita marks this model discontinued.
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| Official manufacturer imageMakita XRU18PT | Official manufacturer imageMakita XRU24Z | Official manufacturer imageMakita XRU11M1 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery platform | 36V (18V X2) LXT | 18V LXT | 18V LXT |
| Cutting swath | 17 in | 10-1/4 in | 11-3/4 in |
| Speed | 4,000 / 4,600 / 6,000 RPM | 7,800 RPM | 4,000 / 6,000 RPM |
| Battery and charger | Included in kit | Not included | Included in kit |
| Current status | Listed by manufacturer | Listed by manufacturer | Discontinued |
| Check price on Amazon | Check price on Amazon | Check price on Amazon |
Sources and how we chose
- Makita XRU18PT product page · 2026-10-23
- Makita XRU24Z product page · 2026-10-23
- Makita XRU11M1 product page · 2026-10-23
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