The Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 13mm Driver-Drill is the perfect tool for users who require a drill with a superior power-to-weight ratio. This drill driver combines 54Nm of Max Torque with an efficient brushless motor that delivers up to 50% more work per charge, increased power and speed, and longer tool life. With its durable aluminium gear housing and all-metal gear construction, this drill driver is built to handle even the toughest of tasks, making it the perfect choice for professionals in the New Zealand (NZ) workplace.
In driver mode, this Makita drill driver offers adjustable torque settings that provide more control for a full range of applications, from large fasteners to smaller, delicate screws. It is compatible with Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion batteries, which have the fastest charge times in their categories, ensuring that they spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger. Additionally, the tool can also be powered by Makita 18V LXT® and Compact Lithium-Ion batteries with the star symbol on the battery indicating Star Protection inside.
For the professional user, this means more drilling and driving power, greater productivity, and fewer trips up and down the scaffolding or ladder to get to the battery charger. The Makita 18V LXT Sub-Compact Brushless Drill Driver is part of Makita's expanding 18V Lithium-Ion system, the world's largest cordless tool system powered by 18V Lithium-Ion slide-style batteries.
For improved tool performance and extended battery life, Makita created Star Protection Computer Controls™. Star Protection is communication technology that allows the Star Protection-equipped tool and battery to exchange data in real-time and monitor conditions during use to protect against overloading, over-discharging, and overheating.
Whether you're a professional contractor or a DIY enthusiast, the Makita 18V LXT Sub-Compact Brushless Drill Driver is the ideal drilling and driving solution for your NZ workplace. This skin-only battery needs to be purchased separately, but with its mechanical 2-speed gearing and 60Nm Max tightening torque, it's definitely worth the investment.