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Makita DSS501Z 18V LXT 136mm Compact Circular Saw (Body Only)

Name: Makita DSS501Z 18V LXT 136mm Compact Circular Saw (Body Only)
Brand: Makita
SKU: DSS501Z
Availability: InStock

2.1kg bare18V3 years (with registration)

18V LXT 136mm compact circular saw. 51mm cut at 90°. LED. Dust extraction. Bevel 0–50°. Bare unit.

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136mm

Blade

51mm

Cut depth (90°)

3,600rpm

Max speed

2.1kg

Weight (bare)

Where it sits among circular saws

Against the 77 circular saws we list. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.

Cut depth at 90°51mm

25.5mm lowestMakita HS301Dhighest 160mmMakita HS013G

Cut depth at 45°35mm

16.5mm lowestMakita HS301Dhighest 106mmMakita HS013G

Max bevel angle50°

45° lowestEinhell TC-CS 1410highest 60°Makita HS009G

Weight (bare)2.1kg

1.1kg lightestBosch GKS 12V-26heaviest 10.5kgMakita HS013G

Compare it with: + Einhell TP-CS 18/136-C Li BL + Milwaukee M18 FCSRH662 + Bosch GKS 18V-68 GC + Bosch Green UniversalCirc 18V-53

Full specs

From Makita's own documentation. Checked 20/06/2026. Report a spec error ›

Cutting

Saw typeCompact

Blade diameter136 mm

Blade bore20 mm

Max depth (90°)51 mm

Max depth (45°)35 mm

Bevel range0–50°

Rip fence included✓ Yes

Power & Motor

Voltage18V

No-load speed3,600 rpm

Dust & Rail

Dust port size25mm inner / 31mm outer

Extractor hoseOther extractor hoses: check the adaptor fits this port

Extractor auto-startNo

Physical & Build

Weight (bare)2.1 kg

Weight (with battery)2.7 kg

LED work light✓ Yes

Noise level95 dB(A) LpA

Vibration1.7 m/s²

The verdictOur take

Makita's smaller 136mm LXT saw, a lighter, more compact option for trimming and lighter cuts rather than breaking down sheets. On spec it manages 51mm of depth at 90° at 3600rpm with a 0 to 50° bevel, and at 2.1kg bare it is the lightest of Makita's mains-class 18V saws. It is a brushed motor with an LED fitted, and vibration is low at 1.7 m/s². Think of it as a second-fix and snagging saw for a Makita 18V user, not a primary framing tool.

Powered by Makita 18V LXT · 7

All 7 batteries that fit this tool, smallest first. Kits and chargers ›

BL1820B 2.0Ah · 36Wh 0.38kg 2.48kg from £49.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

BL1830B 3.0Ah · 54Wh 0.64kg 2.74kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

BL1840B 4.0Ah · 72Wh 0.64kg 2.74kg from £69.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

BL1850B 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.63kg 2.73kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

BL1860B 6.0Ah · 108Wh 0.66kg 2.76kg from £79.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

BL1890 9.0Ah · 162Wh 0.97kg 3.07kg from £119.98at Machine Mart + £4.99 delivery View at Machine Mart ›

BL18120 12.0Ah · 216Wh 1.3kg 3.4kg from £129.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

Tool weight worked out by adding each pack's weight to the bare tool, using the makers' figures. The maker's own with-battery figure can differ slightly. We may earn a commission on retailer links.