Makita offers a cordless 40V max XGT 15-inch Dethatcher/Scarifier, featuring a brushless motor and spring steel tines for thatch removal. This tool is part of Makita's outdoor power equipment range for landscaping and home maintenance professionals, which leverages existing battery platforms to power specialized equipment like a motorized wheelbarrow and earth augers.

For professionals already invested in Makita's battery ecosystems, these cordless tools offer a direct replacement for gas-powered or manual equipment, eliminating the need to switch platforms. This transition brings potential benefits like reduced noise, zero emissions, and simplified maintenance for demanding outdoor applications such as lawn renovation, material hauling, and ground drilling.

What We Know So Far

  • Makita's 40V max XGT lineup includes a 15-inch Cordless Dethatcher/Scarifier featuring a brushless motor for power and efficiency.
  • The tool is multifunctional, converting from a dethatcher with spring steel tines to a scarifier equipped with 16 steel blades.
  • The company also offers a 36V LXT Powered Wheelbarrow (model XUC04Z) with a 200-pound heaped capacity and a maximum load of over 660 pounds.
  • According to a report from aol.com, the powered wheelbarrow provides up to 100 minutes of run time or can travel 4.5 miles under load on a single charge.
  • Makita produces motorized earth augers for both its 40V and 18V systems, which are designed to deliver power equivalent to a 36-cc gas engine.
  • The earth augers are capable of drilling holes up to 41 inches deep and 8 inches wide, aol.com also reports.

Makita's Undiscovered Gardening Tools: Features for Professionals

The 40V max XGT Cordless 15-inch Dethatcher/Scarifier (model GVU01SM) exemplifies Makita's professional tools, offering features tailored for demanding lawn care. Its 15-inch width balances coverage and maneuverability for residential use. This unit provides dual functionality: spring steel tines pull up thatch—dead grass and roots—to improve air, water, and nutrient access to soil. With a simple drum change, it converts to a scarifier, using 16 steel blades to cut shallow grooves ideal for overseeding.

The unit features a maximum working depth of ½-inch, adjustable via a single lever, allowing operators to fine-tune the aggression based on lawn conditions. It also includes a catcher bag with a 1.4 bushel capacity. While modest, this feature is crucial for maintaining a clean work area and reducing manual raking after a pass. The kit, which includes a 4.0Ah battery, is available for $1,349, according to reports from both aol.com and slashgear.com.