Makita XSH03Z 18V LXT Brushless Circular Saw 6-1/2 Inch
- Power Source: Battery
- Capacity: 2 inches
- Speed: 5000 RPM
- Material: High Speed Steel
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A 7 pound, 18 volt cordless saw with a 2 inch capacity and 5,000 RPM top speed, built for portability over cutting depth.
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ASIN: B00TV27N62Model: XSH03ZCategory: Saws
Overview
Cutting up to 2 inches deep, the Makita XSH03Z runs on an 18 volt battery platform and reaches 5,000 RPM from a 225 watt motor. It weighs 7 pounds and uses a high speed steel build.
Going cordless on 18 volts trades some raw output for jobsite freedom, and the 225 watt motor here is sized to that battery platform rather than corded output levels. At 7 pounds it stays light enough for extended one handed or overhead work, and the 2 inch capacity marks the depth this saw is built around.
- 18 volt battery powered
- Up to 5,000 RPM
- 225 watt motor
- 2 inch cutting capacity
Who it's for
Cordless tool users who need a light, battery powered saw for cuts within 2 inches will get steady speed here. Material thicker than that capacity, or a preference for corded power, points to a different saw.
Pros and cons
- Cordless 18 volt platform
- Light at 7 pounds
- Up to 5,000 RPM
- 2 inch capacity limits thicker cuts
- Runtime depends on battery charge
Performance notes
The 225 watt motor drives the blade up to 5,000 RPM on the 18 volt battery platform, giving quick speed without a cord to manage. High speed steel construction is meant to hold an edge at that speed, while the 2 inch capacity caps how deep a single pass can cut.
Specifications
| Brand | MAKITA |
|---|---|
| Model | XSH03Z |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 7 poundslower than 53% of 194 saws |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 2 incheslower than 94% of 55 saws |
| Speed | 5000 RPM |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Voltage | 18 voltslower than 78% of 197 saws |
| Motor Power | 225 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | High Speed Steel |
Closest rivals on specs
DEWALT DCS571B ATOMIC 20V MAX Circular Saw 4-1/2 Inch- Voltage 18 vs 20 volts (-10%)
Frequently asked questions
What power source does the Makita XSH03Z use?
It is battery powered on Makita's 18 volt platform.
What is the cutting capacity of the XSH03Z?
Makita lists a 2 inch capacity.
How much does the XSH03Z weigh?
7 pounds.