Makita XT252TB 18V LXT Combo Kit via Amazon
Makita XT252TB 18V LXT is the two piece combo kit with two BL brushless motor solutions that ensure great power efficiency by optimising usage of battery and making it last 50% longer on each charge, gets rid of carbon brushes so the motor will run cooler and stay productive for longer. Digital control mechanism of the unit will make sure the energy is used to match rpm speed and torque to meet different application needs. The industry leading variable two speed half inch Hammer Driver-Drill (XPH07Z) is just 5.9 pounds of weight including the 18V LXT li-ion 5.0Ah BL1850B battery with an LED charge level indicator and offers a maximum torque of 1090 inch pounds for the hardest tasks of metal, masonry and wood as a workhorse tool positioned at the top of the Makita driver drills. It also includes the model XDT01Z three speed Impact Driver that runs longer, with a selection of three speeds (soft, medium and hard) as the name suggests and offers better performance, speed, longer life and flexibility and it will let you do a great variety of fastening jobs including the lag bolts, deck screws and cabinet screws. Weight for the whole set is about 20 pounds and measures 5.6 x 19.7 x 14.5 inches. Like most products these days it is made in China but you should not have any concerns about its quality, it is a Makita!
Makita is very well known brand in brushless motors and the two piece set we’re reviewing on this page is plenty fast and powerful, very durable and lasts longer than normal on a single charge for all your fastening, driving and drilling applications. Two compact batteries (with Star Protection signs on them) are required for the tool to function and they are provided in the box- the type of battery provided with the unit lasts much longer than the BL1830B and charges quickly in 40 minutes so you will be off the work shorter and your overall efficiency will be improved. Star Protection technology used by Makita tools ensures improved unit performance and more battery life as the battery and tools communicate with each other constantly for changing conditions so there is no overheating, overloading or over-discharging. They are tested and controlled completely, come with 30 day refund policy and if you’re not happy with anything about this product within 30 days, then you will get a refund. It comes with a three year limited warranty on the tools, batteries and charger, that covers repairs if the problem is because of the material or workmanship. Tools are amazing, power and speed are very high especially for a cordless battery powered unit, 5amp batteries are really good, charger has a fan, weigh much less than such powerful unit should, feels and looks premium and fantastic at a very reasonable price.
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