Makita UB121DZ 12-Volt Cordless Variable-Speed Blower (battery not included)

by Makita

Product Features

• Can be used as a blower or as a vacuum with dust bag attached
• Up to 5 Minutes of continuous operation from a single charge at high speed
• High performance "Makita" motor lasts up to 5 times longer
• Variable speed (0-18,000 RPM) for controlled operation
• Compact and well balanced with an ergonomic handle for easy and comfortable handling

Product Details

Product Manual [389kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 20.3 x 6.1 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000056OXA
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: UB121DZ
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #187,100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The variable-speed blower from Makita can be used as a blower or as a vacuum with the dust bag attached. It delivers 20% more air volume (78 cfm) than competitive models, and has a variable speed motor (0-18,000 rpm) for controlled operation. This blower features a long nozzle for directional air flow, and is compact and well-balanced with an ergonomic handle for comfortable handling. Get up to 5 minutes of continuous, high-speed operation from a single charge from a 12-volt battery (not included).

FEATURES

• Can be used as a blower or as a vacuum with dust bag attached
• Up to 5 Minutes of continuous operation from a single charge at high speed
• High performance "Makita" motor lasts up to 5 times longer
• Variable speed (0-18,000 RPM) for controlled operation
• Compact and well balanced with an ergonomic handle for easy and comfortable handling
• Utilizes 12V battery
• Long nozzle for directional air flow
• Weighs only 4.0 lbs. with battery
• Battery and charger sold separately

What's in the Box

• Long nozzle (134182-7)
• Dust bag (122321-1)

SPECIFICATIONS

• Max. air volume: 78 cfm.
• Max. air velocity: 179 MPH
• No load speed: 0-18,000 RPM
• Battery: 12VDC
• Overall length: 20-5/16"
• Net weight: 4.0 lbs (w/battery)
• Shipping weight: 4.0 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Handy for certain applications, September 18, 2004

By 

Jeff G. "Jeff" (NJ, United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Makita UB121DZ 12-Volt Cordless Variable-Speed Blower (battery not included) (Lawn & Patio)

After two weeks of use, my initial opinion is I'm reasonably satisified, but not "blown away" (sorry!) with the 12V Makita blower. I think it's a good quality tool, but the size is small, so you need to have realistic expectations.

I bought this for convenience: light clean-up around the porch and deck, and around the pool where my plug-in Toro leaf blower seemed a bit dangerous. I already had two 12 volt Makita batteries from my 6914D Impact Driver (great tool!). I'd say the 5 minute run time per battery is accurate. I can do the areas I need, including some wet leaves, on two batteries. To blow anything on the ground I end up bending over because the the body of the Makita is not much bigger than my wife's blow-dryer. With the nozzel attached it only reaches just below my knee (over 12 inches from the ground). The manual lists a straight pipe attachment which presumably addresses this - but it's not on Makita's web site. They should have included it with the blower rather than making the customer find it and pay extra. I would also point out that even though the advertised air velocity is high, the opening is only 7/8" diameter, so you are not moving that much air.

In summary, I think this blower is nicely made, and handy. My only real complaint is the failure to include a longer tube with the blower - otherwise I'd have rated it higher. I think it's quicker and more convenient than a broom and a full sized leaf blower for some applications, but it is not a substitute for either.

Update - about 1 year later: despite the shortcomings I mentioned in the review last year, this unit has proved to be very handy and it gets lots of use around the house. My wife (who has no interest in tools or complicated gizmos) uses it almost daily for cleanup around the deck and pool. The unit is working same as new. (still wish I had that straight pipe extension!)