Makita Electric Hedge Trimmer with 550W motor driving 65cm nickel plated blades for an efficient clean cut The Makita UH6570X has a large blade length for semi-professional applications and a 550W motor. It has have been improved upon as the successor to the predecessor UH6350/UH5550/UH4850/UH4050 series models with a renewed external appearance and more improved handling. The machine is both comfortable to use and lightweight with a well balanced feel in operation. The blades are nickel plated which cuts down on friction for an efficient clean cut. The maximum branch cutting diameter is 18mm and the powerful 550-watt motor delivers 1600 strokes per minute. Features: Double Insulation Electric brake Ergonomic multi-grip system for improved handling Powerful 550W motor Blade tip guard prevents kickback and protects gears Stain-free shear blade surface of glittering silver obtained by non-electrolyzed nickel plating that features high anti-abrasion surface for long lasting coating Specification: Input wattage: 550 w Blade Length: 65 cm Max Branch Diameter: 18 mm Strokes per Minute: 1600 spm Net weight: 3.8 - 3.9 kg Noise sound pressure: 89.9 dB(A) Noise sound power: 97.9 dB(A) Noise K factor 1.5: dB(A) Vibration no load: 6.7 m/sec? Vibration K factor: 1.5 m/sec?