18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Drill Kit

Features and Benefits

• BL™ Brushless Motor delivers 1,090 in-lbs. of max torque
• Efficient BL™ Brushless motor is electronically controlled to optimize battery energy use for up to 50% longer run time per charge
• The BL™ Brushless Motor eliminates carbon brushes, enabling the BL™ Motor to run cooler and more efficiently for longer life
• The electronically-controlled BL™ Brushless Motor efficiently uses energy to match torque and RPM to the changing demands of the application
• All metal variable 2-speed transmission (0-550 and 0-2,100 RPM) for a wide range of drilling and fastening applications

Other features

• All metal gears and gear housing for maximum job site durability
• All metal 1/2" self ratcheting chuck for improved bit gripping strength and durability
• Compact and ergonomic design at only 8-1/8" long
• Weighs only 5.8 lbs. with battery for reduced operator fatigue
• 3-stage L.E.D. gauge indicates battery charge level
• Extreme Protection Technology (XPT) is engineered for improved dust and water resistance for operation in harsh conditions
• Rubberized soft grip provides increased operator comfort
• Dual L.E.D. lights illuminate the work area
• 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 4.0 Ah battery BL1840 provides up to 35% more run time per charge*
• 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 4.0 Ah battery BL1840 reaches a full charge in 40 minutes or less
• 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
• Rapid Optimum Charger has a built-in fan to cool the battery for faster, more efficient charging
• Equipped with Star Protection Computer Controls™ to protect against overloading, over-discharging, and over-heating
• Makita technology delivers category-leading charge time, so the battery spends more time working and less time sitting on the charger
• 3 year warranty on tool, 1 year warranty on the battery