Makita has a cordless snow blower headed to dealers in November. The SN001GL101 is a 40V max XGT single-stage walk-behind unit with a 21-inch path and a claimed 33-foot throw. Makita announced it at Equip Expo 2026 and confirmed a November 2026 US availability window. Pricing has not been announced yet.
This is Makita’s first real push into snow removal on the XGT platform. The company already sells mowers, trimmers, and chainsaws in 40V max, but snow equipment has been thin. That changes this winter, and it changes the math for anyone already running XGT batteries.
What Makita Says About It
| Spec | SN001GL101 |
|---|---|
| Platform | 40V max XGT |
| Type | Single-stage, walk-behind |
| Clearing width | 21 inches (20-7/8 inch auger housing) |
| Max throw | 33 feet |
| Motor | Brushless |
| Battery | BL4080F 8.0Ah High Power |
| Charger | DC40RA rapid charger |
| Chute | Adjustable rotation speed |
| Lighting | Front and handle-mounted LED |
| Storage | Folding handle |
| Availability | November 2026 |
| Price | Not announced |
Note that 33 feet is a spec, not a test result. Manufacturer throw figures are usually measured on dry snow at a favorable angle, so expect real-world numbers to land lower in wet conditions.
Makita also has not disclosed runtime. Single-stage blowers on an 8.0Ah pack typically clear a driveway or two before needing a swap, but until Makita publishes a number, treat that as an open question.
How It Compares
The closest direct competitor is the EGO SNT2134, a 21-inch single-stage unit that ships with two 56V 6.0Ah batteries and a dual-port charger. It runs around $899 as a kit and claims up to 45 feet of throw with heated grips.
EGO’s two-battery setup is the big advantage. Two packs means you can keep clearing while one charges, and the 56V platform generally delivers more torque per pass on heavy snow.
Makita’s pitch is ecosystem loyalty. If you already own BL4080F batteries from a mower or chainsaw, the kit cost is mostly the bare tool. That is the same argument Makita makes with every XGT launch, and it works if you are already in the platform.
For people starting from zero, EGO is the safer bet right now. It has years of snow-clearing track record, a broader OPE lineup, and published pricing. Makita is asking you to buy into an unproven snow platform with no runtime data and no price.
What to Watch Before November
Two things matter here: the kit price and the runtime claim. If Makita lands the kit near $700, it undercuts EGO and gives XGT owners a reason to buy. If it lands above $900 with a single battery, the value case gets thin.
Also watch whether Makita sells a bare tool. Snow blowers are seasonal and most XGT owners already have 8.0Ah packs. A tool-only SKU would be the smart move.
For now, this is a monitor-and-wait story. If you need a blower before the first real storm, the EGO is available today and Makita is not.
Where to Buy
The Makita SN001GL101 will land at Makita dealers, Acme Tools, and Home Depot in November. Amazon does not have a listing yet.
If you need something now, the EGO SNT2134 kit is in stock: Buy Now on Amazon. Prices change, so check current listings.
Related Reading
We ranked every cordless snow blower we could get our hands on, including the EGO and Milwaukee units: Best Cordless Snow Blowers 2026.
If you are running Makita 40V batteries in the cold, read this before the season starts: Cold Weather Power Tools.
And if you are deciding which battery platform to build around, start here: Best Power Tool Batteries 2026.