Makita RT0701C Compact Router
- Maximum Rotational Speed: 30000 rpm
- Power Source: Corded Electric
- Base Type: Fixed
- Amperage: 6.5 amps
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
This compact router's 30,000 RPM top speed and light weight make it a solid pick for trim and edge work, not for heavy plunge cuts.
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ASIN: B00E7D3V4SModel: RT0701CCategory: Woodworking Routers
Overview
Makita's RT0701C carries specs that actually match its category for once: a 120 volt, 6.5 amp motor spinning up to 30,000 RPM, rated at 1.25 horsepower. At 3.9 pounds it stays light enough for one-handed edge work.
Where several listings in this batch mismatch title and category, this one lines up: the numbers read like a genuine compact router built for trim and detail cuts rather than heavy stock removal.
- 120 volt, 6.5 amp motor
- 1.25 horsepower rating
- Speeds up to 30,000 RPM
- 3.9 pound tool weight
Who it's for
Woodworkers doing trim, edge profiles, and detail routing get the most from a router this size. Anyone needing a full size plunge router for deep cuts should look at a larger model.
Pros and cons
- High 30,000 RPM top speed
- Light at 3.9 pounds for control
- 1.25 horsepower motor
- Amperage limits it for heavy stock removal
- Compact size not built for plunge routing
Performance notes
Running at 6.5 amps and 120 volts, the motor produces 1.25 horsepower and reaches speeds up to 30,000 RPM, a combination built for fast, clean cuts in wood rather than high torque work. Its sub 4 pound weight makes it easy to guide along an edge with one hand.
Specifications
| Brand | MAKITA |
|---|---|
| Model | RT0701C |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3.9 poundslower than 50% of 125 woodworking routers |
| Item Dimensions W X H | 3.5 × 7.9 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 30000 rpmhigher than 64% of 108 woodworking routers |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Amperage | 6.5 ampslower than 56% of 46 woodworking routers |
| Battery Description | Corded Electric |
| Voltage | 120 voltshigher than 59% of 101 woodworking routers |
| Horsepower | 1.25 hp |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Teal |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Makita - 1-1/4 H.P. Compact Router Fixed Base 10000-300 (RT0701C) |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 year that covers repair due to defects in materials or workmanship |
| Other details | |
| Base Type | Fixed |
| Item Type Name | Tools |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the RPM range of the Makita RT0701C?
It runs up to 30,000 RPM.
What voltage does the RT0701C require?
It is rated at 120 volts and draws 6.5 amps.
How much does the Makita RT0701C weigh?
The listed item weight is 3.9 pounds.