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40V XGT · Brushless Makita GA022GZ01 40V max XGT Brushless 115mm Slide Switch Angle Grinder (Body Only, MakPac)
Angle Grinders · Makita 40V XGT

Makita GA022GZ01 40V max XGT Brushless 115mm Slide Switch Angle Grinder (Body Only, MakPac)

40V Max XGT brushless 115mm angle grinder. Variable 3,000–8,500rpm, M14, slide switch with lock-on, brake, soft start, AFT, AWS ready. Body only, MakPac.

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115mm
Disc
8,500rpm
Max speed
2.3kg
Weight (bare)

Where it sits among 115mm angle grinders

Scaled against the 41 angle grinders with a 115mm disc we list, so other sizes aren't in the mix. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.

Max speed8,500rpm
8,500rpm lowestThis onehighest 12,000rpmEinhell TC-AG 115/750
Weight (bare)2.3kg
1.21kg lightestEinhell TE-AG 18/115 Liheaviest 2.5kgMakita GA4540C
Noise (LpA)84dB(A)
75.1dB(A) lowestEinhell TC-AG 18/115 Lihighest 95dB(A)Bosch GWX 9-115 S

Full specs

From Makita's own documentation. Checked 25/09/2026. Report a spec error ›

Disc & Cutting

Disc diameter115 mm
Disc bore22.23 mm
Disc mount systemM14 (Standard)
Spindle threadM14
Voltage40V

Performance

No-load speed8,500 rpm
MotorBrushless

Physical & Build

Weight (bare)2.3 kg
Weight (with battery)3.3 kg
Case typeMakPac
Case included✓ Yes
Noise level84 dB(A) LpA / 92 dB(A) LwA
Vibration5.5 m/s²

Safety

Electronic brake✓ Yes
Soft start✓ Yes
Electronic kickback brake✓ Yes
Kickback technologyAFT (Active Feedback sensing Technology)
Overload protection✓ Yes
Tool-free nutNo (standard nut + spanner)

Handle & Control

Switch typeSlide
Side handle✓ Yes
Lock wrench✓ Yes

Dust & Extraction

Extractor auto-startYes (via add-on module)
Auto-start systemMakita AWS (AWS ready; wireless unit 198900-7)
The verdictOur take

The GA022G is a variable-speed 115mm XGT grinder with a lock-on slide switch, brake, soft start and AFT, supplied in a MakPac. The GA028G is the same grinder with a paddle switch.

Powered by Makita 40V XGT · 6

All 6 batteries that fit this tool, smallest first. Kits and chargers ›

BL4025 2.5Ah · 90Wh 0.71kg 3.01kg from £79.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL4040F 4.0Ah · 144Wh 0.94kg 3.24kg from £189.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL4040 4.0Ah · 144Wh 1.0kg 3.3kg from £169.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL4050F 5.0Ah · 180Wh 1.3kg 3.6kg from £214.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL4080H 8.0Ah · 288Wh 1.8kg 4.1kg from £314.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL4080F 8.0Ah · 288Wh 1.9kg 4.2kg from £289.95at 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.

Warranty · 3yr

Up to 3 years1 year as standard, 3 once you register it with Makita
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