Makita Reciprocating Saw JR3070CT 15 AMP AVT Orbital Power Tool (1-1/4 Inch Stroke 2800 SPM Variable Speed Clutch Wood Metal Demolition Steel Case)

Internal Counterbalance Anti-Vibration Drivetrain and 4-Position Orbital Tracking for Heavy Construction Demolition

The Makita JR3070CT 15 AMP AVT Reciprocating Saw is a corded electric inline demolition saw engineered to execute high-capacity rough cuts through wood, metal, and structural composites. Driven by a high-output 15.0 AMP motor delivering a variable stroke rate of 0 to 2,800 strokes per minute via an electronic speed regulator, this handheld power saw utilizes a long 1-1/4 inch stroke length to accelerate material removal under heavy structural loads. The mechanical system incorporates exclusive Anti-Vibration Technology (AVT) counterbalance dynamics, a 4-position orbital tracking dial, a tool-less blade clamp, a five-position adjustable shoe, and an integrated mechanical safety clutch to protect internal gears during high-torque binding events.

Best Used For:

• Heavy Timber Framing Demolition: Slicing down thick dimensional structural lumber, laminated veneer beams, and nail-embedded wood configurations up to 10 inches deep.
• Thick-Walled Pipe Slicing: Sectioning heavy black iron plumbing lines, carbon steel industrial pipes, and copper main conduits up to 5-1/8 inches in diameter.
• High Speed Rough-In Carpentry: Aggressively cutting through dense composite flooring layers, drywall wall frames, and structural siding panel materials during full building renovations.

Key Performance & Safety Features

• AVT Counterbalance System: Internal mechanical balance weight moves in direct opposition to the piston shaft to strip out runtime vibration and optimize cutting force.
• 4-Position Orbital Settings: Selectable dial moves the reciprocating arm in an aggressive orbital arc for lightning-fast wood clearing or straight tracking for dense metals.
• Mechanical Clutch Assembly: Specialized internal torque safety limiter disengages drive gears immediately if the blade locks solid to prevent motor recoil burnout.
• Constant Electronic Speed Control: Integrated electronic circuit monitors operating loads to channel supplemental power, keeping strokes per minute steady under load.
• Tool-Less Shoe Depth Adjustment: Five-position push-button adjustable shoe assembly slides horizontally to maximize blade tooth lifecycle utilization without extra tools.

What's Included

• (1) Makita JR3070CT 15 AMP Reciprocating Saw
• (1) 6" 6TPI Wood Cutting Recipro Saw Blade (723054-A-1)
• (1) 6" 18TPI Metal Cutting Recipro Saw Blade (723066-A-1)
• (1) Heavy-Duty Steel Tool Case

Technical Specifications

Pro-Tip: Dial the 6-stage speed wheel down to settings 1 or 2 and turn the orbital switch entirely off when tracking stainless steel or thick-walled cast iron; slower velocities combined with zero orbital pitch paths prevents friction tooth crystallization and preserves premium bi-metal alloy tips.