Milwaukee 6955-20 vs Makita LS1040


Model	Milwaukee 6955-20	Makita LS1040
Basic Info
Suggested Price	$549.00	$329.80
Release	Sep 2012	Sep 2012
Overview
Top Features	Miter angle fine adjust with detent override makes it simple to dial-in precise miter angles Miter angle digital readout provides repeatable accuracy to 0.1 degree Dual integral job-site lights fully illuminate the work piece and cut line from either side of the blade 15-amp, 3.3 max hp direct-drive motor provides increased power for high-performance cutting in hard lumber Integral dust channel captures 75 percent of all dust and debris	Powerful 15.0 AMP motor for improved performance; 4,600 RPM Dual post compound pivoting arm Bevel cuts up to 45° to the left Miter cuts 0°-45° left and 0°-52° right Positive miter stops at 9 settings: 15°, 22.5°, 30°, 45°, right or left and 0° (90° cuts) Weighs only 27.3 lbs. for easy portability Precision machined aluminum base ensures accurate cuts Performs compound cutting operations Shaft lock for easy blade changes Socket Wrench (782212-4) 40T Carbide Tipped Blade (A-93669) Dust Bag (122852-0) Triangular Rule (762001-3) Vertical Vise (122536-0) LS1016LX5 LS1216LX4 LS1216L LS1016L LS1016 LS0714 LS1040F LS1221 Features powerful 15 amp motor and dual post compound pivoting arm Provides a large capability with cuts 52 degrees right and 47 degrees left with 9 positive stops at 15, 22-1/2, 30, 45 degrees left or right and 0 degrees Durably designed with a machined aluminum base, dual aluminum base, dual slide rails and a carbide tip blade Saw includes vertical vise, blade, wrench and triangular rule Covered by 1-Year warranty
All Features
Package Weight UOM	LB
Miter Saw – Preset Bevel Angle Detents (Â°)	0Â° & Left / Right 22.5Â° & 45Â°
Bevelling Capability	Dual
CSA Certified	Yes
Package Width	32.00
Cord Length	5 ft
Assembled Weight (lbs)	76.5 lbs
Cordless / Corded	Corded
Miter Saw – Preset Miter Angle Detents (Â°)	0Â° & Left / Right 15Â°, 22.5Â°, 31.62Â° & 45Â°
Product Data Last Certified	2012-05-21
UL Listed	Yes
Integrated Laser Guide	No
Maximum Right Miter	60 Â°
Package Depth UOM	IN
Integrated Work Light	Yes
Assembled Depth (in)	32 in
Maximum RPM – No Load	3200 rpm
Maximum Left Bevel	48 Â°
Package Width UOM	IN
Package Weight	76.5
Motor Horsepower	3.3 hp
Vertical Crosscut Capacity (in) – 0Â° Miter 0Â° Bevel	6.55 in
Color / Finish	Red, Grey, Black
Electronic Speed Control	No
Electric Motor Brake	Yes
Package Contents	Carbide tipped blade, dust bag, blade wrench
Additional Cutting Specifications	Crown molding vertically nested – 6-5/8″
Miter Saw Type	Sliding Compound Miter
Arbor Size	1.0 in	5/8″
Crosscut Capacity – 0Â° Miter 45Â° Right Bevel	2″ x 14″
Maximum Right Bevel	48 Â°
Quick Release Vise	Yes
ETL Listed	No
Voltage	220 Volts	120
Maximum Left Miter	55 Â°
Base Construction	Steel
Package Depth	23.00
Saw Drive	Direct Drive
Dust Port	Yes
Spindle Lock	No
External Motor Brush Access	No
Package Height	21.75
Blades Included	1
Package Height UOM	IN
Net Package Quantity UOM	EA
Suggested Buy URL	MilwaukeeTool.com
Tool-Less Blade Changing	No
Saw Blade Diameter (in)	12 in
Assembled Width (in)	21.75 in
Amperage (A)	15.0 A
Internet Product Code (IPC)	43852FF9415
Dust Collection	Yes
Blade Wrench Included	Yes – Loose
Warranty	5 year manufacturer warranty
Crosscut Capacity – 0Â° Miter 45Â° Left Bevel	2″ x 14″
Tool Weight	65 lbs	24.2 lb.
Net Package Quantity	1
Crosscut Capacity – 45Â° Miter 0Â° Bevel	2″ x 10″
Assembled Height (In)	23 in
Horizontal Crosscut Capacity (in) – 0Â° Miter 0Â° Bevel	13.5 in
		Carbide Blade, Vertical Vise, Dust Bag, Triangular Rule, Socket Wrench
		40T Carbide Tipped
		No
		2-3/4″
		0 Degrees , 15 Degrees , 22.5 Degrees , 30 Degrees , 45 Degrees
		Compound Miter Saw
		10″
		15.0
		4600
		27112709
		2-3/4″
		0 to 45 Degrees
		5-1/8″
		0 Degrees to 45 Degrees Left and 0 Degrees to 52 Degrees Right
		3-5/8″
		Dual Post Compound Pivoting Arm, Machined Aluminum Base, Shaft Lock
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