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Makita 18Vx2 Brushless Lawn Mower (21″) – DLM535PG2 review

Battery mower priced at $1125.

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Year tested
2022

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Warranty (years)
5 years
Country of origin
China
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Specifications

Power source
Battery
Wheeled or hover
Wheeled
Weight (kg)
38
Water resistance rating (IPX)
IPX4
Battery
Li-Ion
Battery model number
BL1860B
Battery voltage (V)
18 x 2
Capacity (Ah)
6
Charging time – claimed (min)
60
Cutting positions
10
Lowest cutting height (mm)
30
Highest cutting height (mm)
115
Width of cut (cm)
53
Closeness of cut to a vertical edge (mm)
165/35/20
Deck material
Steel
Cutting blades
Twin blades
Control position
Handle
Control type
Safety switch and one pull bar
Items supplied
Mower, catcher, battery and charger, mulching plug, side chute, safety key, manual
Website
makita.com.au

Cost

Price
$1,125.00

Features

Quick release handle
Rear deflector
Carry handle
Battery charge tester
Catcher
Mulcher
Other features
  • Ability to hold 4 batteries, using 2 at each time.
  • Easy to switch to decide which battery to use.
  • Ability to check battery level from handle.
  • "Low Noise Mode" reduces blade speed from 2800rpm to 2300rpm to reduce noise.
  • Battery can be used to power multiple products across the brand's electric range.

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Peter Zaluzny is a Content producer in the Digital home team. He covers everything from home entertainment and personal safety devices to tech for your car and mattresses. Peter enjoys cutting through the nonsense to help people understand the products they’re considering to buy. He helps consumers make educated, informed decisions. Peter has a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wollongong.

Peter Zaluzny is a Content producer in the Digital home team. He covers everything from home entertainment and personal safety devices to tech for your car and mattresses. Peter enjoys cutting through the nonsense to help people understand the products they’re considering to buy. He helps consumers make educated, informed decisions. Peter has a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wollongong.