- Does it come with a battery and charger?
- No. This is the tool-only version, so you need a Makita 18V LXT battery and charger, sold separately.
- Can it drill into concrete?
- Yes, in hammer mode up to 5/8 inch in masonry. For larger holes or frequent concrete work, a rotary hammer is the better tool.
- How does it compare with the previous model?
- The body is 14% shorter, which improves access in tight spots. Torque, speeds and the brushless motor carry over.
- What can the chuck hold?
- The keyless 1/2-inch chuck takes standard round and hex shank bits, including common drill, driver and hole saw bits.
- Is it too heavy for overhead work?
- It weighs about 6 lbs with a battery, heavier than a compact drill. Short overhead sessions are fine, but long ones will tire your arm.
- Which batteries fit?
- Any Makita 18V LXT lithium-ion battery fits, including 3 Ah and 5 Ah packs. A smaller pack cuts weight.
- Where is the 18 V LXT 1/2-Inch Cordless Hammer Driver/Drill cheapest?
- At eBay, for $57.00, 71% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the 18 V LXT 1/2-Inch Cordless Hammer Driver/Drill?
- 17 stores we checked sell it, including Pacific Power Tools, Farwest Lineman Supply, GME Supply Company, Acme Tools, Tool Nut.