POWERFUL BRUSHLESS MOTOR: Delivers high-power, efficient performance with a 23.6 ft/s chain speed, allowing you to make fast, consistent cuts through thick branches and limbs without the hassle of cords. ADVANCED SAFETY & CONTROL: Enhanced user control with smart features including kickback detection, which helps stop the chain during sudden tool reaction, and end-of-cut detection that engages the chain brake when rapid downward movement is sensed. EXTREME RUNTIME FOR ANY LANDSCAPE: Engineered for all-day work, this saw delivers up to 350 cuts on a single charge when cutting 2x2 material (using a CORE18V 4 Ah battery, sold separately), providing the power you need to outperform, outdoors. EFFORTLESS MAINTENANCE: Features a convenient, toolless tension system for quick and efficient chain adjustments on the fly, while the automatic oiling system keeps the bar and chain lubricated for smooth operation and prolonged life. ERGONOMIC & LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN: The saws lightweight, well-balanced design combines with a soft-grip handle and low vibration to significantly enhance comfort, reduce fatigue, and provide superior control, especially in hard-to-reach areas. LARGE CUTTING CAPACITY: Equipped with an 8 In. bar and a high-performance 80 series chain, this pruning saw provides a wide cutting area, making it the ideal tool for efficiently tackling demanding pruning jobs and limbing thicker branches. AMPShare BATTERY SYSTEM: Designed to be multi-brand compatible across a growing list of cordless products, the AMPShare System helps you manage your workday by providing compatibility with all Bosch 18V tools and chargers. VARIABLE SPEED TRIGGER: Provides more precise and controlled cutting, allowing you to easily adjust the chain speed to match the specific application, from delicate pruning to aggressively cutting through dense wood. INCLUDES (BARE TOOL): This is a bare tool offering and includes (1) GKE18V-20 18V Pruning Saw and (1) Guide Bar Sheath for safe transport and storage. The required 18V battery and charger are sold separately. BOSCH LIMITED WARRANTY: Bosch 18V cordless power tools and chargers are covered by a five-year limited warranty; Bosch 18V batteries are covered by a three-year limited warranty. For details, visit the Bosch power tools website or call 1-877-BOSCH99.