The Makita 18-Volt LXT Lithium-ion Brushless Cordless High Torque 1/2 in. sq. Drive Impact Wrench (XWT08Z, tool-only) combines 740 ft. lbs. fastening torque and 1,180 ft. lbs. break-away torque with extended run time and speed control for unmatched fastening performance. It features an efficient Makita brushless motor for longer run time, increased power and speed and longer tool life. The electronic 3-speed power selection switch gives users more precise fastening control. It is ideal for a range of users, from iron and steel workers to pipe fitters, railroad and automotive mechanics, forming carpenters and more. It’s part of Makita’s expanding 18-Volt Lithium-ion series, the world’s largest cordless tool line-up powered by an 18-Volt Lithium-ion slide-style battery. Makita 18-Volt Lithium-ion batteries have the fastest charge times in their categories, so they spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger. 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. For increased versatility, the tool can also be powered by Makita 18-Volt LXT and Compact Lithium-ion batteries with the star symbol on the battery indicating Star Protection inside.
- BL motor delivers 740 ft. lbs. of maximum torque and 1,180 ft. lbs. of breakaway torque
- 3-speed power selection switch (0-900 / 0-1,000 / 0-1,800 RPM and 0-1,800 / 0-2,000 / 0-2,200 IPM) provides precise fastening control for a wide range of applications
- BL brushless motor eliminates carbon brushes, enabling the BL motor to run cooler and more efficiently for longer life
- Efficient BL brushless motor is electronically controlled to optimize battery energy use for up to 50% longer run time per charge
- Electronically-controlled BL brushless motor efficiently uses energy to match torque and RPM to the changing demands of the application
- Compact and ergonomic design at only 9 in. long
- Weighs only 7.9 lbs. with battery (battery not included) for reduced operator fatigue
- Rubberized soft grip handle provides increased comfort on the job
- Built-in dual LED lights with pre-glow and after-glow illuminates the work area
- Easy to operate forward / reverse switch
- Electric brake for maximum productivity
- Tool hook secures the tool when not in use
- Makita’s proprietary hammer and anvil impact mechanism are manufactured using the best raw materials with the highest quality steel and unique heat hardening process for maximum fastening and driving power
- Equipped with star protection computer controls to protect against overloading, over-discharging and over-heating
- Rapid optimum charger communicates with the battery’s built-in chip throughout the charging process to optimize battery life by actively controlling current, voltage and temperature (battery and charger sold separately)
- Rapid optimum charger has a built-in fan to cool the battery for faster, more efficient charging (battery and charger sold separately)
- Makita technology delivers category-leading charge time, so the battery spends more time working and less time sitting on the charger (battery and charger sold separately)
- Compatible with Makita 18-Volt lithium-ion batteries with a star symbol (battery sold separately)
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Jazmyn Lesch (verified owner) –
Great tool ! Heavy duty construction and super powerful! The best I’ve ever seen !!! Highly recommended
Heath Grimes (verified owner) –
Make sure you buy the 5amp battery to go with this.
Wilbert Altenwerth (verified owner) –
The stongest battery powered tool I’ve ever used!!! There is no stopping this beast. It’s so easy to use, even my 12 year old daughter was sinking 12″ lag bolts into our barn posts last weekend. My expectations have been surpassed.
Suzanne Mitchell (verified owner) –
Very powerful drill a little bit heavy on one handed operation
Sylvia Dibbert (verified owner) –
I never had a piece of equipment that performed this good. Thanks Makita
Constantin Jacobs (verified owner) –
I purchased this product 18 months ago and it wirked very well. Only complaint is the wright. I have to clasify my ise as light. It stopped wotking aftet 18 months if light use and i take care of my tooks bwcause the are costly. I even purchased to larger batteries. I glade HD exchanged it.
Tavares Vandervort (verified owner) –
This impact has a lot of torque and works great. The only down side is the size and weight. It is a heavy impact and hopefully that means it will last. I do have concerns about the battery mounting block. The one I purchased seems to be loose and I dont see an easy way to tighten it.I have only used it a hand full of times so far.
Keely Morar (verified owner) –
good torque and capacities ;easy on handwith 5 amps battery is light to work in farm
Felicity Mueller (verified owner) –
I bought this specifically for removing and tightening lug nuts on my trucks. This thing has plenty of torque and does it with ease. It is also great to take on trips to make it easier to change a flat if needed. It was definitely worth the expense.
Leilani Reinger (verified owner) –
I used it when I rotated tires recently. It had no problems with 140ft pound lugnuts. You should probably use a 4 or 5ah battery. Great tool!
Meagan Nicolas (verified owner) –
It had enough force to do everything I wanted it to
Charlene Terry (verified owner) –
Everything I was looking for
Dino Tillman (verified owner) –
It’s great made short work with the work
Federico Schmeler (verified owner) –
So far,so no issues I see.hope it will last long
Vita Labadie (verified owner) –
This thing is a monster. It’ll break the devil lose from home. If you do any kind of knuck busting then you need one of these. I don’t do that much but, when I do I grab this and that’s it.
Toney Heaney (verified owner) –
This impact far exceeded my expectations. Can’t believe the breaking power it has. Just as good as a pneumatic impact without the hassle of hoses to pull around. Makita did it again with this beast
Terrence Erdman (verified owner) –
i bought this as I frequently change tires for winter and this definitely saves time. It is extremely powerful and will snap off lug nuts if not used with care. Use torque sticks and make sure they are not cross threaded. I am pleased with this tool and the price was decent!!!!
Jaquan Bayer (verified owner) –
Bought to replace a pneumatic impact wrench. Performed very well on first use. A few things I noticed (admittedly picky) while using it to replace front wheel bearings: 1) Had plenty of torque to get the job done!2) The direction switch was easily moved by the side of my index fingers while using – Right index finger would move it out of counterclockwise while taking off nuts and bolts, Left index finger would move it out of clockwise. Annoying!3) It is much bigger and heavier than my pneumatic. It’s length required me to use a universal joint and wobble extensions to access the brake bracket bolts. (On the plus side, there was no hose to work around and I didn’t have to listen to the compressor running :-)4) It is top heavy and tips over easily when trying to stand it up on the battery (5.0Ah). It would not stand up with a u-joint and 30mm socket attached.5) The hanger/hook is huge and gets in the way of laying it down and picking up. I took it off. Why did Makita made it so big?6) Good overall – I’m glad I have it.
Llewellyn Kertzmann (verified owner) –
This impact is a beast, good investment.
Wilfrid Hilpert (verified owner) –
Powerful