- Does it come with a battery and charger?
- Most listings are the bare tool only. Check the box contents before buying, and budget for an 18V LXT battery and charger if you do not already own them.
- Is it a hammer drill?
- No. It is a drill and driver only, so it will not drill masonry. Makita sells separate hammer-drill models on the same battery platform.
- What size bits does the chuck take?
- The 1/2-inch keyless chuck takes round and hex shank bits up to 1/2 inch, which covers most drill and driver bits.
- How does it compare with Makita's brushless drills?
- This model is simpler and lighter on features, with a brushed motor and a basic clutch. Brushless models add more torque, longer runtime and a smoother clutch.
- Can it drive screws into hardwood?
- Yes, at low speed with the clutch set. With 480 in-lb of torque it handles deck screws and lag bolts in softwood, but pre-drill in dense hardwood.
- What is the difference between the two speed ranges?
- Low, 0-600 RPM, gives more control for driving screws and large holes. High, 0-1,900 RPM, is for fast drilling of small holes.
- Where is the Makita 18V LXT Driver-Drill cheapest?
- At The Home Depot, for $124.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Makita 18V LXT Driver-Drill?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Msc Industrial Supply.