Optimized hydraulics offer 20% faster advance and 30% faster retraction speeds than previous generation tools.
Patent pending Auto-Retract feature provides a user-selectable ON/OFF switch to enable or disable automatic cycle retraction. Auto-Retract can also be stopped mid-cycle to speed repeat operation.
Lightweight ergonomic design for one-handed operation
180˚ rotating head
Protective brush guards
Tested up to 75kV – For use in live line applications without damage to internal circuitry
Works with Genuine Makita LXT® 18V Lithium-Ion Batteries
Integrated LED light for working in low light conditions
5Yr. Tool / 3Yr. Battery & Charger – Huskie Tools Limited Warranty
REC-MKS740L
Description
8 Ton Cutting Tool (ACSR)
The REC-MKS740L battery-operated|8-ton cutting tool with a 1.6-inch jaw opening. It was designed to cut up to 1590 ACSR and regular guy wires and ground rod up to 5/8 inch. Simply remove the pin latch|place over cable|reinsert pin|and cut. This cutting tool is ergonomically balanced for one-handed operation and features a built-in bypass that will pop off if the material to be cut is beyond the capacity of the tool. NOTE: DO NOT CUT EHS GUY WIRE OR CASE HARDENED STEEL RODS. See REC-S624CC|S-240CC|SP-24CC|S-32CC OR SP-32CC1 for these applications.
8 Ton Cutting Tool (ACSR)
Wire Rope to 3/4 in.
Rebar (Sc 40) to 5/8 in.
Rebar (Sc 60) to 5/8 in.
Ground rod to 5/8 in.
ACSR to 1590 MCM
Std. Guy Wire to 5/8 in.
Copper and Aluminum cable to 1.5″
Product Number | Description |
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REC-MKS740L | 8 Ton Cutting Tool, (2) 18V/5.0Ah Makita Li-Ion, 120VAC Charger, Tool Bag |
REC-MKS740LDC | 8 Ton Cutting Tool, (2) 18V/5.0Ah Makita Li-Ion, 12VDC Charger, Tool Bag |
REC-MKS740LX | 8 Ton Cutting Tool, Tool Bag (No Batteries/Charger) |