Makita - 1650W 255mm Compound Mitre Saw - LS1040
The 255 mm compound mitre saw features precision machined aluminium base with full calibration markings. This saw has a solid one piece guide fence that keeps a dead straight line to perform true mitres. Powerful motor operates at a no load speed of 4600 RPM. Double insulated mitre saw offers 45 degree bevel cutting to the left. The electric brake for added protection for the operators.This saw offers guaranteed performance in all cutting applications and maintains a high degree of accuracy. It cuts a material of 95 mm x 90.5 mm W at 90 degree and 67 mm x 90.5 mm W at 45 degree. With a bag or vacuum, this saw extracts the dust easily. It comes with a blade, socket wrench, dust bag, two holders, vertical vice and triangular rule.
The 255 mm compound mitre saw features precision machined aluminium base with full calibration markings. This saw has a solid one piece guide fence that keeps a dead straight line to perform true mitres. Powerful motor operates at a no load speed of 4600 RPM. Double insulated mitre saw offers 45 degree bevel cutting to the left. The electric brake for added protection for the operators.This saw offers guaranteed performance in all cutting applications and maintains a high degree of accuracy. It cuts a material of 95 mm x 90.5 mm W at 90 degree and 67 mm x 90.5 mm W at 45 degree. With a bag or vacuum, this saw extracts the dust easily. It comes with a blade, socket wrench, dust bag, two holders, vertical vice and triangular rule.
The 255 mm compound mitre saw features precision machined aluminium base with full calibration markings. This saw has a solid one piece guide fence that keeps a dead straight line to perform true mitres. Powerful motor operates at a no load speed of 4600 RPM. Double insulated mitre saw offers 45 degree bevel cutting to the left. The electric brake for added protection for the operators.This saw offers guaranteed performance in all cutting applications and maintains a high degree of accuracy. It cuts a material of 95 mm x 90.5 mm W at 90 degree and 67 mm x 90.5 mm W at 45 degree. With a bag or vacuum, this saw extracts the dust easily. It comes with a blade, socket wrench, dust bag, two holders, vertical vice and triangular rule.
The 255 mm compound mitre saw features precision machined aluminium base with full calibration markings. This saw has a solid one piece guide fence that keeps a dead straight line to perform true mitres. Powerful motor operates at a no load speed of 4600 RPM. Double insulated mitre saw offers 45 degree bevel cutting to the left. The electric brake for added protection for the operators.This saw offers guaranteed performance in all cutting applications and maintains a high degree of accuracy. It cuts a material of 95 mm x 90.5 mm W at 90 degree and 67 mm x 90.5 mm W at 45 degree. With a bag or vacuum, this saw extracts the dust easily. It comes with a blade, socket wrench, dust bag, two holders, vertical vice and triangular rule.
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The lowest price for Makita - 1650W 255mm Compound Mitre Saw - LS1040 right now is $534.13 at C&L Tool Centre, compared across 21 retailers.
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Prices last updated 10 June 2026.
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Makita LS1040 - 240V 1650W 255mm Compound Mitre Saw - C&L Tool Centre
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originally posted on bunnings.com.au
I've had to return this saw a few times due to bearing failure now they replace the saw with a new one but still the same problem. I'm a Fix Carpenter and I've always used this exact saw in the past with no problems. its a shame I'll now have to change to a different brand
originally posted on homedepot.ca
I bought this on sale recently, largely because it was very well reviewed on the Internet by a number of websites. (Top choice in its category.) Add in the drop in price at Home Depot and it was an easy choice. I have now used it extensively since the purchase. It isn't fancy but is, rather, a simple, no frills saw that does what is supposed to do extremely well. It's easy to set up accurate bevel or mitre cuts and for my purposes, it has lots of power. As a senior citizen who has to move and set up the saw every time I use it, its comparatively light weight is important to me. As far as I can tell, it is well made, as I would expect from a Makita product. Another plus - it is easy to operate left handed. One odd little detail that is not worth docking a star: as ... MoreI bought this on sale recently, largely because it was very well reviewed on the Internet by a number of websites. (Top choice in its category.) Add in the drop in price at Home Depot and it was an easy choice. I have now used it extensively since the purchase. It isn't fancy but is, rather, a simple, no frills saw that does what is supposed to do extremely well. It's easy to set up accurate bevel or mitre cuts and for my purposes, it has lots of power. As a senior citizen who has to move and set up the saw every time I use it, its comparatively light weight is important to me. As far as I can tell, it is well made, as I would expect from a Makita product. Another plus - it is easy to operate left handed. One odd little detail that is not worth docking a star: as far as I can tell, the vertical vise does not extend down far enough to clamp a 1" (3/4" in reality) piece of stock when setting up a cut. It's easy to add a block as a work around but it seems odd to have to use a work around for what is the most common dimension of wood that I and surely lots of other folks need to cut!
originally posted on ebay.com
Good Makita product. Have used one quite similiar to this for many years with the same blade! Have not used this yet - but expect good results.
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Is discontinued by manufacturer | No |
| Style | Without Laser |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
Makita LS1040 - 240V 1650W 255mm Compound Mitre Saw - C&L Tool Centre
Delivery between Mon – Wed $34
Makita 255mm Compound Mitre Saw, 1650 Watt LS1040
Delivery $30
Makita 255mm (10") Compound Saw LS1040
Free delivery
MAKITA 1650W 255mm Compound Mitre Saw LS1040
Free delivery between 17–22 June
Makita 1650W 255mm (10") Compound Mitre Saw - LS1040
Free delivery between 12–18 June
I've had to return this saw a few times due to bearing failure now they replace the saw with a new one but still the same problem. I'm a Fix Carpenter and I've always used this exact saw in the past with no problems. its a shame I'll now have to change to a different brand
I bought this on sale recently, largely because it was very well reviewed on the Internet by a number of websites. (Top choice in its category.) Add in the drop in price at Home Depot and it was an easy choice. I have now used it extensively since the purchase. It isn't fancy but is, rather, a simple, no frills saw that does what is supposed to do extremely well. It's easy to set up accurate bevel or mitre cuts and for my purposes, it has lots of power. As a senior citizen who has to move and set up the saw every time I use it, its comparatively light weight is important to me. As far as I can tell, it is well made, as I would expect from a Makita product. Another plus - it is easy to operate left handed. One odd little detail that is not worth docking a star: as ... MoreI bought this on sale recently, largely because it was very well reviewed on the Internet by a number of websites. (Top choice in its category.) Add in the drop in price at Home Depot and it was an easy choice. I have now used it extensively since the purchase. It isn't fancy but is, rather, a simple, no frills saw that does what is supposed to do extremely well. It's easy to set up accurate bevel or mitre cuts and for my purposes, it has lots of power. As a senior citizen who has to move and set up the saw every time I use it, its comparatively light weight is important to me. As far as I can tell, it is well made, as I would expect from a Makita product. Another plus - it is easy to operate left handed. One odd little detail that is not worth docking a star: as far as I can tell, the vertical vise does not extend down far enough to clamp a 1" (3/4" in reality) piece of stock when setting up a cut. It's easy to add a block as a work around but it seems odd to have to use a work around for what is the most common dimension of wood that I and surely lots of other folks need to cut!
Good Makita product. Have used one quite similiar to this for many years with the same blade! Have not used this yet - but expect good results.
I bought this as a Fathers Day gift. I did my due diligence and researched these things pretty heavily as tools are not in my arsenal of knowledge. I was concerned - wasnt sure how much use he would be able to get out of it - or if he purposes for it even, but seemed like a nice manly gift to give on Fathers Day. Since receiving he has been working or project after project so it seems we are getting use out of it - but he will just randomly start a conversation about it and how nice it is (usually around feature x,y or z). Currently him and my son are building a skateboard ramp - so I guess possibilities are endless with this. Overall, from what I can tell, its built nice, blade is lasting, easy to move around and there is not dust all over the place. I am glad we ... MoreI bought this as a Fathers Day gift. I did my due diligence and researched these things pretty heavily as tools are not in my arsenal of knowledge. I was concerned - wasnt sure how much use he would be able to get out of it - or if he purposes for it even, but seemed like a nice manly gift to give on Fathers Day. Since receiving he has been working or project after project so it seems we are getting use out of it - but he will just randomly start a conversation about it and how nice it is (usually around feature x,y or z). Currently him and my son are building a skateboard ramp - so I guess possibilities are endless with this. Overall, from what I can tell, its built nice, blade is lasting, easy to move around and there is not dust all over the place. I am glad we went with this product - I dont n ke if any other one would have had such a positive response!
I have owned and heavily used over 5 miter saws in the last 10 years. This is my first power tool that is made in China. Quality is a little below my expectations for Makita. The angle dentent lever flexes, which allows play. The blade guard is thin and unreinforced. The angle indicator arrow is sloppily painted. Angle lock screw handle is cheap feeling. Alignment out of the box is lacking. I only will put up these issues because it is super light weight and I have a wrecked back. Some positive aspects are very high motor quality and nice machining on the base/ table and fence. The best power tools that I own are Makita. Those are all made in Japan, USA, and Taiwan. I have tried all of the German brands with lackluster results. Now I usually buy Dewalt due to their ... MoreI have owned and heavily used over 5 miter saws in the last 10 years. This is my first power tool that is made in China. Quality is a little below my expectations for Makita. The angle dentent lever flexes, which allows play. The blade guard is thin and unreinforced. The angle indicator arrow is sloppily painted. Angle lock screw handle is cheap feeling. Alignment out of the box is lacking. I only will put up these issues because it is super light weight and I have a wrecked back. Some positive aspects are very high motor quality and nice machining on the base/ table and fence. The best power tools that I own are Makita. Those are all made in Japan, USA, and Taiwan. I have tried all of the German brands with lackluster results. Now I usually buy Dewalt due to their return to US manufacturing.
I upgraded my older [not compound] Makita 10" with this one. It fit into the cut off table just like I was hoping. I always upgrade the blade. Older saw still works, it is relegated to my barn now. New one is light weight Mine was not damaged but there is no indication on the box as to which side is up so - it does move around in the box and there is just cardboard triangles to keep it in place - they do NOT and the bottom of the box was messed up from all the movement arriving upside down.
Ive had this saw for a couple of months now and so far its been great. I wanted a 10 miter saw for the portability. I am a carpenter by trade and do a good amount of trim work. A 10 saw like this has the ability to handle about 90-95 percent of the trim that will be installed in a typical middle class home. I know this has been observed by others already, but the saw is not quiet. The best way Ive heard/read someone describe the way it sounds it that it starts with a bang. But its accurate, light weight, well made, and reasonably priced. Id definitely recommend this saw to a professional or DIYer.
I've had this saw for about 10 years now, and while I would like it to be a bit bigger, have positive stops for better bevel adjustment, or perhaps have a sliding feature for larger lumber, it is excellent for what it is. The positive stops at 0, 22.5 and 45 degrees angle are very precise and solid. The bevel adjustment is another story; it's just a goniometer with a setscrew and not a terribly precise one at that. The only positive stop on he bevel is at 0 degrees and is high precision. However, I don't do a lot of crown molding work so it hasn't been a problem for me.The operation of the saw is very smooth, though definitely not quiet. As long as I am using a good quality sharp blade, I get buttery smooth cuts with no splintering and it has never even hinted at ... MoreI've had this saw for about 10 years now, and while I would like it to be a bit bigger, have positive stops for better bevel adjustment, or perhaps have a sliding feature for larger lumber, it is excellent for what it is. The positive stops at 0, 22.5 and 45 degrees angle are very precise and solid. The bevel adjustment is another story; it's just a goniometer with a setscrew and not a terribly precise one at that. The only positive stop on he bevel is at 0 degrees and is high precision. However, I don't do a lot of crown molding work so it hasn't been a problem for me.The operation of the saw is very smooth, though definitely not quiet. As long as I am using a good quality sharp blade, I get buttery smooth cuts with no splintering and it has never even hinted at bogging down making fast cuts through oak.No, it doesn't have all the features of its big brothers, but if you're looking for a small, portable miter saw to make quick work of your angle cuts with no fuss, this will work great.
This is a really nice saw. It seems well made with heavy gauge materials. Sturdy, very powerful, strong table and fence, and very accurate angled cuts. It does have braking when stopping, there was some discussion about that. Only four stars because the sales add clearly states "Made in the USA" and it is not. The complete saw is made in China. Also only having the two front legs for mounting on a bench or stand seems a dumb design to me. The saw starts and stops with a lot of torque that over the years might lead to cracking from stress being put only on the front legs. I modified one back leg to allow mounting on one back leg.
This is my first mitre saw. I bought it to replace a fence knocked down by a snow plow. It worked well with pressure treated lumber as well as PVC. I really love this saw and plan to use it extensively to help maintain our hundred year old house. Home Essentials Direct lists it as made in the USA. I did not believe that and sure enough it was made in China. That being said I did not think there was any compromise in terms of quality. This is a great, easy to use tool. An additional note: I followed the directions to change the blade and ran into a problem. The bot holding the blade assembly together was a real challenge to remove. I tried the provided socket wrench and in addition a crescent wrench, Vice-Grip pliers, a ratcheting socket wrench, all to no avail. ... MoreThis is my first mitre saw. I bought it to replace a fence knocked down by a snow plow. It worked well with pressure treated lumber as well as PVC. I really love this saw and plan to use it extensively to help maintain our hundred year old house. Home Essentials Direct lists it as made in the USA. I did not believe that and sure enough it was made in China. That being said I did not think there was any compromise in terms of quality. This is a great, easy to use tool. An additional note: I followed the directions to change the blade and ran into a problem. The bot holding the blade assembly together was a real challenge to remove. I tried the provided socket wrench and in addition a crescent wrench, Vice-Grip pliers, a ratcheting socket wrench, all to no avail. Finally I used a rubber mallet to force the provided socket wrench to loosen the bolt. A few wacks with the hammer did it. I share this with any other buyers who might run into the same problem. Still love the saw in any event.
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Is discontinued by manufacturer | No |
| Style | Without Laser |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
