Makita AN613 Coil Siding Nailer Review
Verdict: the Makita AN613 is a well-built, feature-rich 15° coil siding nailer — light aluminum body, 13 depth settings, a 360° adjustable exhaust — but at around $430 it costs roughly double the Bostitch N66C, so it's the pick for people who want Makita's build and fine control, not the value shopper.
| Type | Pneumatic coil siding nailer (15°) |
| Nail length | 1-1/2″ to 2-1/2″ (wire & plastic collated) |
| Shank | 0.090″–0.099″ |
| Air pressure | 70–120 PSI |
| Air consumption | ~3.2 CFM |
| Magazine | 200–300 nails |
| Weight | 5.1 lb |
| Depth control | 13 settings, tool-free |
| Exhaust | 360° adjustable |
| Street price | ~$430 |
Build and feel
At 5.1 pounds with a durable aluminum housing, the AN613 is light and well balanced for a full day on a wall, with an easy-loading adjustable canister that takes a 200–300-nail coil. This is a tool built to Makita's usual standard — it feels solid.
Depth control and exhaust — where it earns its keep
Two features stand out. The 13-setting tool-free depth adjustment gives you fine control over how the head seats — genuinely useful when you're switching between flush-on-Hardie and slightly-loose-on-vinyl. And the 360° adjustable exhaust lets you point the air blast away from your face and the work, which you notice on a hot day. These are the details that justify a premium gun.
Materials it handles
It's a siding gun first — wood lap, fiber cement (Hardie), cedar, and LP SmartSide, plus vinyl if you back the depth off so panels can move (see how to use a siding nailer). Like any siding nailer it also does fence pickets and sheathing. As always with Hardie, set it flush and low, and test on scrap first.
The one real caveat: nail range and price
Two honest knocks. First, the nail range starts at 1-1/2″ — so if your job needs shorter 1-1/4″ siding nails, a gun like the Bostitch N66C (which goes down to 1-1/4″) is more flexible. Second, the price: at ~$430 it's roughly double the ~$220 N66C. You're paying for Makita's build, the 13-setting depth control, and the adjustable exhaust — real value if you want them, hard to justify if you don't.
Pros
- Light 5.1 lb aluminum build
- 13-setting tool-free depth control
- 360° adjustable exhaust
- Big 200–300 nail canister
- Makita quality and durability
Cons
- ~$430 — about double the N66C
- Nail range stops at 1-1/2″ (no 1-1/4″)
- Needs a compressor and hose
Makita AN613 vs Bostitch N66C
The Bostitch N66C wins on value (about half the price) and nail flexibility (down to 1-1/4″). The Makita wins on build, depth precision (13 settings), and the adjustable exhaust. If you side occasionally or want the best value, get the N66C; if you want a premium gun with fine control and don't mind paying, the AN613 delivers.
Who should buy the Makita AN613?
Makita loyalists, pros who value fine depth control and a durable aluminum gun, and anyone doing enough siding to appreciate the features. Value shoppers and one-project DIYers are better served by the N66C — see the full field in the best siding nailer roundup.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Makita AN613 worth the price?
For the build, 13-setting depth control, and adjustable exhaust — yes, if you want those. For pure value, the ~$220 Bostitch N66C does the core job for about half as much.
What nails does the AN613 use?
15° wire or plastic-collated coil siding nails, 1-1/2″–2-1/2″, 0.090″–0.099″ shank. Use corrosion-resistant nails for exterior siding.
AN613 or Bostitch N66C?
N66C for value and 1-1/4″ flexibility; AN613 for build, depth precision, and the adjustable exhaust.