Does the GSH03Z come with a battery?

No. It is tool only, so a 40V max XGT battery and charger are sold separately.

Does it work with Makita guide rails?

Yes. The base is guide rail compatible and needs no adapter for Makita rails.

How deep does it cut?

It cuts 3-3/8 in. at 90 degrees, enough for thick beams and posts that 7-1/4 in. saws cannot handle.

What is AWS on this saw?

Auto-start wireless pairs the saw with a compatible dust extractor so the vacuum starts when the saw does.

Is it worth it over a 7-1/4 in. cordless saw?

If you cut thick stock or use guide rails, the extra depth and rail base justify the size and weight. For light trim work, a smaller saw is easier to handle.

What blade size does it take?

It uses a 9-1/4 in. blade with a 5/8 in. arbor.

Makita 40V max XGT Brushless Cordless 9-1/4-in. Circular Saw with Guide Rail Compatible Base, AWS Capable, Tool Only (GSH03Z)

Q: Where is the Makita 40V max XGT Brushless Cordless 9-1/4-in. Circular Saw with Guide Rail Compatible Base, AWS Capable, Tool Only (GSH03Z) cheapest?

At VM Hardware, for $558.00, as of our latest check.

Q: Where can I buy the Makita 40V max XGT Brushless Cordless 9-1/4-in. Circular Saw with Guide Rail Compatible Base, AWS Capable, Tool Only (GSH03Z)?

15 stores we checked sell it, including Tool Nut, ToolUp.com, Pacific Power Tools, Way Source, Jobsite Power Tools.

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What reviewers say

Owners of the GSH03Z generally praise its power and depth of cut, and rail users like the straight cuts without an adapter. The main complaints are weight and the cost of staying on the XGT battery platform.

What people mention

Cut depthPraisedOwners say the 9-1/4 in. blade cuts thick beams and posts in a single pass.
Guide railPraisedUsers report the base tracks straight on rails without an adapter.
WeightCriticisedSeveral owners find it heavy compared with 7-1/4 in. cordless saws.
Battery platformMixedThe XGT batteries deliver strong runtime, but buyers note the platform costs more than 18V LXT.
AWSPraisedPaired with a compatible extractor, the saw starts dust collection automatically.

About the Makita 40V max XGT Brushless Cordless 9-1/4-in. Circular Saw with Guide Rail Compatible Base, AWS Capable, Tool Only (GSH03Z)

The Makita GSH03Z is a 40V max XGT brushless cordless circular saw with a 9-1/4 in. blade. It is sold as a tool only, so the battery and charger are not included. It runs only on Makita 40V max XGT Lithium-Ion batteries.

The base is guide rail compatible and works with optional guide rails without an adapter. The brushless motor runs at 4,000 RPM, and constant speed control adds power under load. Soft start reduces start-up reaction, and an electric brake stops the blade quickly.

The base, blade guard and blade cover are die-cast magnesium to keep weight down. A secondary handle allows two-handed control, and an onboard hex wrench is provided for blade changes. An LED light with pre-glow and afterglow keeps the cut line visible. The saw is AWS capable and can communicate wirelessly with an AWS-equipped dust extractor when used with the optional Auto-start Wireless Transmitter.

Model

GSH03Z

Battery platform

Makita 40V max XGT (Lithium-Ion only)

Blade size

9-1/4 in.

Motor

Brushless, 4,000 RPM

Cut capacity at 90°

3-3/8 in.

Cut capacity at 45°

2-3/8 in.