Makita 9401 Belt Sander — Vintage 8.5A Industrial Model

Vintage Makita Model 9401 Belt Sander, manufactured by Makita Electric Works, Ltd., Japan. This professional-grade industrial tool features a 115 V, 8.5 A motor designed for continuous heavy-duty use. It utilizes a 4″ × 24″ (100 × 610 mm) sanding belt with a belt speed of approximately 1,150 ft/min (350 m/min), offering fast and consistent material removal on wood, metal, and composite surfaces. The body retains the classic Makita teal aluminum housing and the original maroon dust collection bag (Part No. 1222972). Renowned for its exceptional torque and durability, the 9401 was one of Makita’s benchmark professional sanders—built with labyrinth-sealed bearings, balanced construction, and an integrated dust collection system. 

Manufacturer Specifications
Motor Output: 940 W (approx. 8.5 A @ 115 V)
Belt Size: 100 × 610 mm (4″ × 24″)
Belt Speed: 350 m/min (≈ 1,150 ft/min)
Weight: 7.2 kg (≈ 15.9 lbs)
Overall Length: 374 mm (≈ 14 ¾ in)
Noise Level: 92 dB(A) [Sound Pressure] / 100 dB(A) [Sound Power]
Vibration Emission: ≤ 2.5 m/s² (Tri-axial vector sum)
Insulation: Double Insulated (Class II)
Cord Length: Approx. 5 m (16.4 ft)

Condition
Fair, Fully Functional, Tested. Shows extreme signs of heavy shop use and wear throughout, including surface abrasion, paint loss, and dust residue. Despite cosmetic wear, the tool is fully operational and performs as intended. Label remains legible, and the dust bag is present with visible age and use wear.

Dimensions
Approx. 13 × 7 × 6 in (tool only)
Weight: ≈ 15 lbs
Dust bag included.