Makita Lawnmowers
Makita lawn mower range for proper site and property maintenance, from quick 18V tidy-ups to 36V and 40V cuts when the grass is thick and long.
When you're looking after plots, rental houses, or keeping a site office and compound presentable, a Makita lawnmower makes sense because it runs on the same batteries as your other kit. Go cordless to avoid dragging leads through wet grass, and pick the voltage to match the size of the job so it doesn't bog down halfway round.
What Are Makita Lawn Mowers Used For?
- Cutting grass around site cabins, welfare units, and compound edges where you need a quick tidy without running extension leads across walkways.
- Keeping rental properties and managed blocks presentable between tenants, with a Makita battery lawn mower that lives in the van and starts first time.
- Maintaining larger lawns and rougher growth using Makita lawn mower 36V or Makita 40V lawn mower models when an 18V mower will struggle in thick grass.
- Working around trees, borders, and tight corners where a cordless deck is easier to manoeuvre and you are not fighting a cable every turn.
- Doing regular weekly cuts on domestic lawns where a Makita lawn mower body only is a sensible buy if you already run LXT batteries on drills and saws.
Choosing the Right Makita Lawn Mower
Sorting the right Makita lawnmower is simple: match the battery platform and power to the grass you actually cut, not the grass you hope you cut.
1. 18V vs 36V vs 40V
If you are just keeping on top of a small, regularly cut lawn, a Makita lawn mower 18V is fine. If you are dealing with thicker growth, bigger gardens, or you cannot afford it stalling in damp grass, step up to a Makita 36V lawn mower or Makita 40V lawn mower for the extra shove.
2. Body Only vs Kit
If you already run Makita LXT, a Makita lawn mower body only is the sensible buy and keeps costs down. If you are starting from scratch, buy a kit with batteries and a charger so you are not sharing packs with your drill and getting caught short mid-cut.
3. Battery Capacity and How You Work
If you want one-and-done cutting, do not rely on small capacity packs, especially on 36V setups that use two batteries at once. For bigger lawns or heavier grass, plan on higher Ah batteries or a spare set so you can swap and keep moving instead of waiting on charge.
4. Brushless Models for Regular Use
If the mower is getting used week in, week out, go Makita brushless lawn mower where you can, because they cope better under load and tend to be kinder on batteries. If it is only for the odd tidy-up, a simpler model will still do the job.
Makita Lawn Mower FAQs
Is the Makita lawn mower any good?
Yes, if you buy the right power level for the grass you are cutting. For small, regularly maintained lawns the Makita lawn mower 18V range is a solid, reliable choice, and for thicker growth the Makita 36V and 40V options are the ones that keep blade speed up without constant stalling.
How long do Makita lawn mowers last?
They last well in trade use if you keep the blade sharp, clear the deck after cutting, and do not store them wet. Most failures we see on cordless mowers come from running blunt blades, blocked airflow, or leaving batteries flat and cold for months.
Can Makita mowers handle wet grass?
They can cope with damp grass, but wet, long growth will reduce runtime and can clog the deck and collection. If you are regularly cutting in wet conditions, a Makita lawn mower 36V or 40V model is the safer bet, and you will want spare batteries and a clean, sharp blade.
Do Makita do lawn mowers?
Yes, Makita make a full cordless mower range, including Makita LXT lawn mower options that run on 18V batteries, plus higher power Makita 36V and Makita 40V lawn mower models for bigger lawns and tougher cutting.
Is it worth buying a Makita lawn mower body only?
It is worth it if you already have enough Makita batteries to suit the mower, including the right voltage setup. If it is a Makita 36V mower that uses two 18V batteries, make sure you have two matching packs and ideally a spare pair, otherwise you will spend more time charging than cutting.
Who Are Makita Lawnmowers For on Site?
- Property maintenance teams and housing associations who need a reliable Makita cordless mower that is easy to transport and quick to deploy.
- Grounds and facilities staff keeping offices, schools, and commercial units tidy, especially where trailing leads are a trip risk.
- Builders and site managers doing handover prep, because a Makita lawn mower 18V is a straightforward way to smarten up a plot without petrol faff.
- Landlords and trades with existing Makita LXT batteries, who can go Makita lawn mower body only and keep one battery platform across the van.
How Makita Cordless Lawn Mowers Work for You
Makita cordless mowers are all about battery platform and runtime. Get those two right and you stop fighting the tool and start getting lawns done on schedule.
1. Single Battery vs Twin Battery Setups
Some Makita lawn mower 18V models run on one battery for lighter work. Many Makita 36V mower setups use two 18V LXT batteries together, which gives you more power and steadier cutting when the grass is long, but it also means you need two matched batteries ready to go.
2. Power Under Load Is What Matters
Thick or wet grass is what exposes weak mowers, not a flat summer lawn. Higher voltage options like Makita lawn mower 36V and Makita 40V lawn mower models hold speed better when the deck is working hard, so you get fewer stalls and a cleaner finish.
3. Runtime Comes Down to Battery Ah and Cutting Conditions
A Makita battery lawn mower will last far longer on short, dry grass than it will on damp, overgrown patches. If you are maintaining multiple properties, treat spare batteries like spare blades on a saw: keep them charged and you will not lose time.
Makita Lawn Mower Accessories That Save You Time
A couple of the right add-ons stop you downing tools halfway through a cut and keep the mower working properly all season.
1. Spare Makita LXT Batteries and Fast Charger
Nothing wastes time like a Makita battery mower dying with a strip left to do, especially when you are packing up a site or doing a quick property visit. Keep a spare set of charged batteries and a fast charger so you can swap and finish the job without waiting around.
2. Replacement Blades
If you clip hidden stones, edging, or the odd bit of site debris, a fresh blade gets you back to a clean cut fast. A blunt blade tears grass and drags the motor, which is exactly how you burn through batteries on a Makita cordless lawnmower.
3. Spare Grass Collection Bag
If the bag gets ripped or clogged with damp clippings, the cut slows down and you end up raking by hand. A spare collector means you can keep the mower working properly and still leave the place looking tidy for handover.
Why Shop for Makita Lawn Mowers at ITS?
Whether you need a Makita lawn mower 18V for quick tidy-ups, a Makita 36V lawn mower for heavier cutting, or a Makita 40V lawn mower for bigger lawns, we stock the range in the sizes and setups trades actually buy, including body only options. It is all held in our own warehouse, in stock and ready for next day delivery so you can get the job done on the next visit.
