Makita LS1016L vs Hitachi C12RSH2


Model	Makita LS1016L	Hitachi C12RSH2
Basic Info
Suggested Price	$459.00	$449.97
Release	Oct 2013	Oct 2016
Overview
Top Features	Powerful 15.0 AMP direct drive motor requires less maintenance and delivers 3,200 RPM Compact design with a patented 4-Steel Rail Sliding System further increases rigidity to produce superior cuts Exclusive 6 linear ball bearings engineered to deliver “”dead-on”” accurate cuts Increased capacity for up to 6-5/8″” crown molding (vertically nested), 4-3/4″” baseboard (vertical), and 12″” crosscuts at 90° Largest crown molding cutting capacity in its class Innovative direct drive gearbox and guard system is engineered for increased vertical cutting capacity Miters 0°-52° left and 0°-60° right, with positive stops at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, and 45° (left and right) Less weight (53.3 lbs.) and the most compact design in its class for easy jobsite portability Soft start feature for smooth start-ups Electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load for smoother, higher quality cutting Exclusive 4-3/4″” tall dual sliding fence system features upper and lower fence adjustments for more precise miter and bevel cuts Built-in laser clearly indicates line-of-cut whether blade is turning or not; on-off switch and micro-adjustments for precise “”left-of-blade”” or “”right-of-blade”” cutting Dual rear-handle bevel lock is easily accessible and adjusts 0°-45° (left and right), with positive stops at 0°, 22.5°, 33.9° and 45° (left and right) Ergonomic rubberized horizontal D-handle design for better fit and added comfort Easy one-touch miter lock for accurate adjustments and increased efficiency Replaceable stainless steel miter scale features large and easy-to-read markings Large precision machined aluminum base supports material for more efficient cutting Easy-to-read dual bevel scale for more precise adjustments See-through blade guard system for greater visibility of blade and line of cut Easy one-step blade changes for increased efficiency Rubberized feet help tool remain stationary Large adjustable fence levers for fast and easy adjustments Oversized trigger switch for better fit, added comfort and easier operation 60T Carbide Tipped Blade (A-93675) Vertical Vise (122854-6) Dust Bag (122852-0) Triangular Rule (762001-3) Socket Wrench #13 (782232-8) Hex Wrench (783208-8) LS1016LX5 LS1216LX4 LS1216L LS1016 LS0714 LS1040F LS1221 LS1040 Four-Steel Rail Sliding System 6 Linear ball bearings Capacity for up to 6-5/8-inch crown molding (vertically nested), 4-3/4-inch baseboard (vertical), and 12-inch cross cuts at 90 Powerful 15 AMP direct drive motor Exclusive 4-3/4-inch tall dual sliding fence system	Compact slide system allows the saw head to slide along fixed rails, for zero clearance Laser Marker System from Hitachi increases cutting accuracy Powerful 15 Amp motor to tackle tough cutting jobs with ease Large sliding fence raises fence height to 5-1/8 inches to cut up to 7-1/2 inch crown molding vertically 0-57 degree miter angle to the right and 0-45 to the left for flexibility 0-45 degree bevel angle range to the right and left allowing users to quickly and easily flip the saw blade and leave the material in place Positive stops and indications on the miter and bevel scale, for easy to read measurements and quick settings Vertical handle with soft, vibration reducing elastomer grip adds comfort and control
All Features
Batteries Required?	No	No
Power Source	corded-electric	ac/dc
Item Package Quantity	1	1
Voltage	120 volts	120 volts
Included Components	bare-tool; attachments	Miter Saw, Blade, Dust Bag, Vise Ass’y, Box Wrench, Holder
Warranty Description	1-year warranty
Item Weight	60 pounds	59 pounds
Number Of Pieces	1
Style	LS1016L miter saw	Miter saw
Batteries Included?	No	No
Measurement System		Metric
Origin		China
Wattage		1520 watts
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