Hitachi C8FSE vs Makita LS1040 | Compare Power Saws


Model	Hitachi C8FSE	Makita LS1040
Basic Info
Suggested Price	$261.80	$329.80
Release	Sep 2012	Sep 2012
Overview
Top Features	Revolutionary compact slide system allows the saw head to slide along fixed rails, eliminating the need for rear clearance Positive miter stops for quick adjustments to 15, 22.5, 31.6, and 45 degrees to the left and right Precise compound cuts with 48 degree bevel angle left and 5 degree bevel angle right Electronic speed control for consistent RPM while cutting for maximum control Adjustable pivot fence broadly supports work piece, such as crown molding lying flat, for improved stability while cutting	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
Width (Inches)	21.84
Maximum Bevel Degrees (Degrees)	48.0
45 Degree Crosscut Capacity Max. – Left	8.65
Base Construction	Aluminum
Electric Brake	Yes
Dust Chute	Yes
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Max. – Left	12.25
CSA Safety Listing	Yes
Dual Bevel	No
Material	Aluminum
Maximum Degree Bevel Cuts – Right	5.0
Tool Weight (lbs.)	31.0	24.2 lb.
ETL Safety Listing	Yes
UL Safety Listing	Yes
Height (Inches)	19.09
Blade Diameter (Inches)	8.5
Length (Inches)	31.09
Package Contents	8-1/2â TCT saw blade, dust bag, vice assembly, box wrench and sub fence
Miter Stop	Yes
Max. Miter Cut – Left (Degrees)	45.0
Miter Capacity Range-Low (Degrees)	57.0
Straight	No
Blade Speed in RPM’s (RPM)	5500.0
Laser	No
Slide	Yes	No
Three Position Fence Pivots 0-45 Degrees	No
Cutting Capacity (Maximum) (Inches)	12.0
Amps (Amps)	9.2
Dust Blower	No
Power Rating (HP)	0.0
Maximum Degree Bevel Cuts – Left	48.0
Miter Capacity Range-High (Degrees)	57.0
Max. Miter Cuts – Right (Degrees)	57.0
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Max. – Right	12.25
Spindle Lock	Yes
Arbor Size (Inches)	1.6	5/8″
Bevel	Yes
Quick Release Vise	Yes
Compound	Yes
Warranty (Parts)	57
		Carbide Blade, Vertical Vise, Dust Bag, Triangular Rule, Socket Wrench
		40T Carbide Tipped
		2-3/4″
		0 Degrees , 15 Degrees , 22.5 Degrees , 30 Degrees , 45 Degrees
		Compound Miter Saw
		10″
		15.0
		4600
		27112709
		120
		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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