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
Freda Wilderman (verified owner) –
got it for my boyfriends birthday. he absolutely loves it!
Agustin Gerlach (verified owner) –
Very easy to handle. Very strong torque.
Jamal Walker (verified owner) –
This 1/2” impact wrench is the “incredible hulk” gun. It bursts rusty nuts of my rear end axle.
Keely Hermiston (verified owner) –
A bit heavy but it’s worth the extra weight for the torque it has
Glenda Marvin (verified owner) –
Tried two impact wrenches (a small Makita and big not known brand) many times to remove freeze suspension bolts on my car but to no avail. So bought Makita’s highest torque 1/2″ impact wrench and with just one try and a few seconds was able to remove the bolts to my amazement and relief.I did not even set it yet to its highest torque since I’m might strip/break the bolt head.Although it is heavy and more expensive than the equivalent Milwaukee and Dewalt 1/2″ impact wrenches, I still bought this since I already have a lot of Makita 18v tools and batteries, I might as well stick with just one brand of tools only.
Courtney Cummerata (verified owner) –
A bit heavy but made short work of disassembling a 60 year old car rear-end and drive-train!
Hal Wunsch (verified owner) –
Heavy but worth it for the power.
Gabrielle Littel (verified owner) –
I have 3 of these and they work great.
Hiram Hyatt (verified owner) –
what a powerful tool. I am very impressed!
Manuela Sipes (verified owner) –
Does impact wrench things. Meets expectations.Bigger and heavier than air guns but more portable also
Keanu Schmitt (verified owner) –
This cordless impact wrench is a beast. The variable speed trigger coupled to the adjustable low, med, high is a nice combo. We primarily drive ⅝” and ¾” shank anchors into concrete with this tool. The tool is as compact and probably weighs around 8lbs with the battery. Would buy again.
Melyssa Walsh (verified owner) –
Used this to break loose an oil filter that was extremely overtightened by the Toyota dealership. Couldn’t get it to budge with a breaker bar but the Makita got it off quite easily. There’s nothing that it hasn’t been able to remove so far and it’s proven to be great insurance.
Reva Eichmann (verified owner) –
This is a excellent tool! It’s quiet, powerful, and very comfortable in the hand. All around great purchase.
Bianka Lemke (verified owner) –
Excellent. Used it a few weeks ago to remove my summer tires and put on winter tires. Had as much power as air impact wrench. Changed 4 tires in 15 minutes. Battery compatible with my Drills.
Gabe Koch (verified owner) –
Tons of power. Breaks loose old rusted nuts and bolts with ease. The 3 speed modes are handy as well.
Gertrude Feil (verified owner) –
Enough power for average carOr full size truck wheel nuts
Kennith Grady (verified owner) –
I needed an impact wrench to remove a bolt from the harmonic balancer pulley on my Toyota Camry. I have other Mikita products which I purchased with no regrets. The price of this unit scared me at first, but then You get what you pay for. I considered other brands such as the Rigid, which produces 450 ft/lbs, but when I read the specs on this unit, I had to have it.I bought a 19mm impact deep socket for it and It spun that frozen bolt off as if it were held on with bubble gum. I could not get that bolt free by any other means.This wrench is very hefty. I was surprised how heavy it was when I held it.There are rubber bumpers all around the outside to keep it from getting scratched up when you set it down.I purchased a combination charger and battery for it, since the wrench was offered as a ‘tool only’ purchase.I am sorry I did not purchase one of these long ago, but extremely pleased that I have it in my arsenal of tools now.
Blaise Quitzon (verified owner) –
I’ve had the ability to use the competition brands and dollar for dollar, pound for ftlb this has been the strongest, and best built impact ever!
Avery Yundt (verified owner) –
Plenty of power, removed axle nuts without even using the high setting.
Elaina Ullrich (verified owner) –
Great tool