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Makita RF1101 2-1/4-Horsepower Variable Speed Router
 
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Makita RF1101 2-1/4-Horsepower Variable Speed Router

by Makita
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)

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Makita RF1101 2-1/4-Horsepower Variable Speed Router + MLCS 8377 15-Piece Router Bit Set with Carbide-Tipped 1/2-Inch Shanks + Bosch RA1181 Benchtop Router Table
Price For All Three: $407.30

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Product Specifications
Part Number :RF1101
Power Source:corded-electric
Horsepower:2.25 HP
Item Package Quantity:1
Item Dimensions
Weight:7.1 Pounds
Length:9 inches
Width:6 inches
Height:9.50 inches

Technical Details

  • Variable speed (8,000 - 24,000 rpm) 2-1/2 hp router
  • Electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load; soft start feature for smooth start-ups
  • Rugged aluminum motor housing with small 3-1/4-inch diameter for easy handling; durable flat top design for stability when changing bits
  • Includes 1/4 and 1/2-inch collets and 2 wrenches
  • Tool is 8-3/4 inches tall and weighs 7.9 pounds; 1-year warranty

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Makita RF1101 2-1/4-Horsepower Variable Speed Router

Product Description

Collet capacities 1/2 and 1/4", No load speed: 8,000-24,000 RPM, Amp (115V): 11.0, Overall height 8 3/4", Approximate shipping weight 9.8 lbs., Standard equipment: , 1/4" collet (193214-9), 1/2" collet (763643-6), 2 Ea. Wrench (781031-5)

Product Details

Product Manual [186kb PDF]
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 9.5 inches ; 7.1 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
  • ASIN: B00004YN3N
  • California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
  • Item model number: RF1101
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #16,010 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)


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Customer Reviews

25 Reviews
5 star:
 (15)
4 star:
 (4)
3 star:
 (4)
2 star:
 (1)
1 star:
 (1)
 
 
 
 
 
Average Customer Review
4.2 out of 5 stars (25 customer reviews)
 
 
 
 
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97 of 97 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Makita takes a page from Porter Cable's book, October 2, 2000
By 
M. Circo (Algonquin, IL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita RF1101 2-1/4-Horsepower Variable Speed Router (Tools & Home Improvement)
Porter Cable is in big trouble with this router. Makita has copied (borrowed) the best of the features that make the PC 690 the standard in mid-sized routers and added lots more.

The 1101 has more HP (2-1/4 vs. 1-1/2) Has Variable speed, A much nicer locking mechanism (Lever lock vs. oversized wing nut). The motor will not fall out of the base when the locking lever is opened (vital for router table use) and is quiet making use anywhere nicer. Makita uses the same baseplate size and screw hole arrangement as the PC 690, so it fits all PC bases and router table inserts (They put user convience over their own egos here). It is very light for its size and with the narrow waist, can be used one handed.

Over all it shows what can be done to update a classic... even if the classic is from another company!

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88 of 96 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars WHAT A ROUTER!!!, October 31, 2000
By 
JAMES MILLS (Lubbock, Texas United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Makita RF1101 2-1/4-Horsepower Variable Speed Router (Tools & Home Improvement)
I HAVE BEEN USING MY NEW MAKITA RF1101 FOR ABOUT A WEEK NOW,OH MY GOODNESS WHAT A ROUTER. I FELL IN LOVE WITH IT ON THE FIRST JOB. I BUILD HIGH END CUSTOM FURNITURE IN MY SHOP IN LUBBOCK TEXAS AND I HAVE ALL MAKES AND TYPES OF ROUTERS INCLUDING THE MAKITA 3601C WHICH IS THE LITTLE D HANDLE ROUTER THAT SO MANY WOODWORKERS HAVE FALLEN IN LOVE WITH, ANYWAY, THIS NEW MAKITA IS POWERFUL WITH A 2 1/4 HP MOTOR I RAN IT IN GOOD HARD MESQUITE AND IT NEVER LOST SPEED NO MATTER WHAT SPEED I WAS RUNNING IT ON. I ALSO TRIED IT ON SEVERAL OTHER JOBS WITH DIFERENT WOODS AND FOUND IT TO BE JUST AS GOOD. IF I COULD OWN JUST 1 ROUTER I KNOW IT WOULD BE THIS NEW MAKITA. ALSO I WENT AND BOUGHT THE MAKITA RD1101 D HANDLE VERSION. THESE ARE ABSOLUTELY THE BEST 2 ROUTERS THAT I OWN. I OWN 9 ROUTERS BEFORE THESE 2 NEW MAKITA'S AND I FEEL THAT THE DUST WILL SETTLE ON THOSE 9. THIS IS THE FIRST ROUTER THAT I HAVE EVER FELT THIS WAY ABOUT. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR YOUR FIRST ROUTER THIS IS IT. IF YOUR LOOKING FOR ANOTHER ROUTER BUY THIS ONE. I FEEL SURE THAT YOU WILL SOON AGREE WITH ME ABOUT THESE NEW ROUTERS FROM MAKITA
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28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing new tool, July 7, 2001
This review is from: Makita RF1101 2-1/4-Horsepower Variable Speed Router (Tools & Home Improvement)
As a cabinetmaker of 25 years, Porter cable routers have stood the test of being the best, until now! A Makita rep gave me a two week trial period with this new router to see if he could sway me away from Porter Cable.I went into the shop skeptical. From the first time I hit the start switch, I knew they had something different here. It was quiet, the soft start was fantastic, and it had tork. I put it through some vigorous tests and I was impressed. I dont know how much the variable speed would come into play for me, because on high speed it ran smooth and flawless. The router bit shaping the wood made more noise that the router motor. What a joy!
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