Designed for heavy-duty cutting without gasoline, the Makita UC4551A delivers powerful performance with low maintenance. Featuring a 2,000 W motor, it handles logs, pruning, and firewood tasks quickly and cleanly. Its straight longitudinal motor design and ergonomic grips provide ease of use and balanced handling.

Usage Notes & Pros/Cons

Pros

• Excellent cutting speed and consistency, with fast 5–6 s average cross-cuts in tests

• Intuitive chain tensioning, greatly simplifying maintenance

• Cord clip prevents accidental unplugging during use

• Cleaner than gas saws—zero emissions, quiet enough for nearby use

Cons

• Heavier than battery chainsaws (5.7 kg vs ~4–5 kg)

• Corded operation limits mobility—extension cord required

• Some users mention oil pump may leak excessive oil at rest, especially with certain oils or when stored on its side

• Oil cap location is somewhat inconvenient and prone to spillage if not handled carefully

The Makita UC4551A is ideal for users who want a powerful, reliable, low-maintenance electric chainsaw for regular wood‑cutting jobs without the hassle of fuel engines or charging batteries. Its toolless adjustments, safety features, and robust motor make it a top choice for homeowners and light contractors looking for corded performance on bigger cutting tasks.

• Tool-less tension adjustment: Tension or change chain and bar without tools for fast maintenance.

• Electronic soft‑start & overload protection: Reduces inrush current and protects motor under overload.

• Automatic oil lubrication system: Improved oil pump delivers constant flow regardless of temperature; oil flow adjustable; shuts off during idle.

• Chain brake & anti-kickback safety: Promotes safer cutting operations

• Metal spike bumper: Enhances grip and control on the workpiece

• Soft-grip, ergonomic handle: Comfortable during extended use

• Maximum Output Power: 2,000 W

• Power Supply Cord Length: 0.3 m

• Sound Power Level (LWA): 101.8 dB(A)

• Sound Pressure Level (LPA): 90.8 dB(A)

• Noise Uncertainty (K Factor): 2.5 dB(A)

• Vibration Uncertainty (K Factor): 1.5 m/s²

• Weight Without Cable (EPTA Procedure 01/2003): 5.7 kg

• Product Dimensions (L x W x H): 505 × 200 × 220 mm

• EAN: 88381660853

• Bar Size: 450 mm (18″)

• Chain Pitch: 3/8″

• Chain Gauge: 1.3 mm

• Chain Oil Tank Capacity: 0.14 L

• Vibration Level (3 Axes) – Front Handle: 4.7 m/s²

• Vibration Level (3 Axes) – Rear Handle: 5.6 m/s²

• Maximum Chain Speed (No Load): 14.5 m/s

• Number of Drive Links: 62

• Guide bar (18″ / 45 cm)

• Chain blade (pre‑mounted)

• Guide bar cover

• Extension cord hook (to secure supply cable)

• Instruction manual