Makita LS1016L vs Makita LS1040 | Compare Power Saws


Model	Makita LS1016L	Makita LS1040
Basic Info
Suggested Price	$459.00	$329.80
Release	Oct 2013	Sep 2012
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	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
Batteries Required?	No
Power Source	corded-electric
Item Package Quantity	1
Voltage	120 volts	120
Included Components	bare-tool; attachments
Warranty Description	1-year warranty
Item Weight	60 pounds
Number Of Pieces	1
Style	LS1016L miter saw
Batteries Included?	No
Includes		Carbide Blade, Vertical Vise, Dust Bag, Triangular Rule, Socket Wrench
Blade Type		40T Carbide Tipped
Slide		No
Crosscut @ 45 Deg. H		2-3/4″
Bevel Stops		0 Degrees , 15 Degrees , 22.5 Degrees , 30 Degrees , 45 Degrees
Item		Compound Miter Saw
Arbor Size		5/8″
Blade Dia.		10″
Amps @ 120V		15.0
No Load RPM		4600
UNSPSC		27112709
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. H		2-3/4″
Bevel Capacity		0 to 45 Degrees
Crosscut @ 90 Deg. W		5-1/8″
Miter Capacity		0 Degrees to 45 Degrees Left and 0 Degrees to 52 Degrees Right
Crosscut @ 45 Deg. W		3-5/8″
Tool Weight		24.2 lb.
Features		Dual Post Compound Pivoting Arm, Machined Aluminum Base, Shaft Lock
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