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Makita M1901 Planer
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Makita M1901 240V 500W 82mm Planer
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Makita M1901 240V 500W 82mm Planer

2.8kg240V3 years (with registration)

Entry level 240V 500W planer from Makita's MT range, taking up to 2mm per pass across an 82mm width with rebates up to 9mm. Supplied with a guide rule and dust nozzle.

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2mm
Max depth per pass
9mm
Max rebate depth
500W
Power input
2.8kg
Weight

Where it sits among 82mm planers

Scaled against the 30 planers that plane 82mm wide we list, so other sizes aren't in the mix. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.

Max depth per pass2mm
1.5mm lowestBosch Green PHO 1500highest 4mmMakita KP0810
Max rebate depth9mm
8mm lowestBosch Green PHO 1500highest 25mmFestool HLC 82
Power input500W
500W lowestThis onehighest 1,050WMakita KP0810C
Weight2.8kg
2.2kg lightestBosch GHO 18V-20heaviest 4.2kgFestool HL 850
Compare it with: + Einhell TC-PL 750 + DeWalt D26500 + Bosch GHO 26-82 D + Festool HL 850

Full specs

From Makita's own documentation. Checked 03/10/2026. Report a spec error ›

Planing

Planing width82 mm
Max depth per pass2 mm
Max rebate depth9 mm
Depth adjustmentThumbwheel
No-load speed16,000 rpm
Blades2 blades (82mm); takes reversible TCT or resharpenable standard blades
Blade formatStandard 82mm blades

Features & In the Box

Parking shoe✓ Yes
Fence in the box✓ Yes

Power & Motor

Voltage240V
Power input500 W

Dust & Extraction

Dust port size45/50mm
Extractor hoseOther extractor hoses: check the adaptor fits this port

Physical & Build

Weight2.8 kg
Noise level88 dB(A) LpA / 96 dB(A) LwA
Vibration (planing)3.5 m/s²

Warranty · 3yr

Up to 3 years1 year as standard, 3 once you register it with Makita
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Warranty terms are set by the maker and can change. Always confirm current cover on their site before you buy.

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