Its Shift-Lock drive system sleeve quickly shifts from "hammer drill" to "driver" mode for swift shifting between projects with less downtime, and the 2-speed design (0-400/0-1500) covers a wide range of drilling and driving applications. This drill/driver's compact design is only 9-1/2 inches long and weighs just 3. 9 pounds, so it won't weigh down your wrist and it's easy to use for long stretches of time. There's even a trigger-forward built-in LED light for a helpful touch of extra light in dark corners. Key Technical Specs: Chuck Size: 1/2-inch No-load RPM: 0-400 (low), 0-1500 (high) BPM in Hammer Mode: 0-6000 (low), 0-22,500 (high) Torque: 450 in. /lbs. Watt hours: 54 The Impact Driver The BTD140 impact driver is stocked with a Makita-built, 4-pole maximum torque motor that delivers 1,280 in. /lbs. of efficient torque in a compact design that's only 5-3/4 inches long. This driver's ergonomic shape fits like a glove and weighs just 3. 3 pounds, for less operator fatigue and better control. This advanced, efficient driver also features a built-in LED light to let you see into all those narrow, dark corners, plus an electric brake for immediate stops and minimized kickback. Its two-piece armature and field, combined with externally accessible brushes, mean easy serviceability and a longer motor life. Key Technical Specs: Hex Shank: 1/4-inch No-load RPM: 0-2300 Impacts/minute: 0-3200 Torque: 1280 in. /lbs. Watt hours: 54 The Reciprocating Saw The BJR182 reciprocating saw comes standard with a Makita-built, D35 high-torque motor that delivers 50-percent faster cutting, with a 1-1/8-inch stroke that cuts at a speed of 2900 SPM. This saw's compact design is only 17-3/4 inches long and weighs just 8. 1 pounds, so it's easy to use and control - even for long periods of time - and its ergonomic shape fits your palm like a glove. This versatile saw offers one-handed, fast and tool-less blade changes and shoe adjustments, plus a two-piece armature and field and externally accessible brushes for simple serviceability and longer motor life. Key Technical Specs: Maximum Cutting Capacity (pipe): 5-1/8 inches Maximum Cutting Capacity (wood): 10 inches Length of stroke: 1-1/8 inch Cutting speed: 0-2900 SPM The Rechargeable Flashlight The BML185 flashlight produces a high-illumination beam that emits high power at 4,500 lux. The Xenon bulb creates extraordinary brightness with the help of the LXT lithium-ion battery. This light boasts a compact design that's only 11-1/8 inches long and weighs less than a pound. Key Technical Specs: Includes shoulder strap and 2 Xenon bulbs Run time: up to 5 hours Net weight (with battery):. 75 pound Warranty The power tools in this collection are all covered by a three-year warranty, and the batteries are covered by a one-year warranty. What's in the Box Makita hammer drill/driver with a tool belt hook; impact driver; reciprocating saw with blades; flashlight with 2 Xenon bulbs and a shoulder strap; 2 LXT lithium-ion batteries; 30-minute charger; contractor's bag. Makita: Dedicated to Quality Makita owes its reputation for building outstanding quality power tools to the drive and determination for excellence that began over 90 years ago as a manufacturer of electric motors. In 1958, Makita introduced their first electric tool. Today Makita is one of the world's largest power tool manufacturers with seven manufacturing facilities globally and a selection of over 350 superior, innovative tools and well over 4,500 accessories. LXT Lithium-Ion battery and optimum charging system produces 280% total lifetime work with 2x more cycles. Combo kit includes 1/2in. hammer driver-drill, 1/2in. impact driver, reciprocating saw and 4-position Xenon flashlight.

A tool with loose connections will not perform as advertised and may even cause premature death of the battery. Hammer Drill This hammer drill has more torque than any other 18 volt on the market today, and at 4. 9 pounds it's also lighter than most. Makita redesigned their cordless tools when they released their LXT 18-volt lithium-ion technology. The Makita 4-pole, high-torque motor also delivers more efficient power than the competition, and does so in a more compact size. Most cordless drills only have a 2-pole motor. This cordless sensation comes with Makita's standard externally accessible brushes, so you can change the brushes at home or on site, rather than delivering it or mailing it out for repairs and waiting a week or two. This LXT has an all-metal, 3-speed transmission, producing 25 percent faster working speed. It drills fast through stucco, new concrete, commercial-grade (high psi) concrete, and even in aged concrete. This drill has the best belt clip on the market today. The clip doesn't rotate like it does on other brands, making it hard to remove. The drill stays in place in pants pockets, belts and tool belts with this heavy-duty steel belt clip. It can easily be relocated to the opposite side of the drill for lefties. This hammer drill has the best ergonomics of any 18 volt that I've tested, used or owned. Located just above the trigger, are two "headlights. " Headlights refer to small LED lights that provide light where you need it most. I was skeptical about this feature, thinking it was just another gimmick, but after using it for some time, I've come to depend on it. From lighting my way to the house in the dark, when bringing the batteries/tools on cold nights to providing light in a dark cabinet, closet, or under a desk, this a must-have feature. Rubber grips adorn the exterior of this tool and protect it during impact if it falls. Impact DriverOnce you use an impact driver and discover how light and powerful they are, you'll always reach for one first. They tear through the toughest jobs and still have plenty of power. They are compact too, and get into tight spaces. 18 volts offer the best performance, while remaining a useable weight. This impact driver has the best power-to-weight ratio of any tool. This is an impact driver, not a screw gun/drill-driver. An impact driver provides, on average, four times the amount of torque because it "hammers" the chuck laterally as it turns. Makita uses their patented "hammer and anvil" technology to achieve this, which is one the best systems ever developed. A standard screw gun/drill-driver relies solely on the motor to turn the chuck, providing a 1:1 ratio of motor to output torque. Impact drivers do make more noise than regular drills, which becomes increasingly louder when driving larger fasteners like lag bolts and nuts for j-bolts, but it's not so loud that you have to wear hearing protection. A variable speed trigger gives the user more control when driving smaller screws. Most impact drivers are only single speed, which means that all that torque they have will easily break small screws in half. Use slow speed for small screws and fast speed for large fasteners. This impact driver comes with the same great belt clip and headlights as the hammer drill. Another great feature on this tool is the all-metal, quick-change, hex, Insty bit chuck. The chuck only accepts drill bits and driver bits that have a hex shank at the opposite end of, for example, a no. 2 Phillips driver bit. This really speeds up bit changes. Hex Insty bits have really become the standard and are offered in every drill bit kit available. Rubber grips adorn the exterior of this tool and protect it during impact if it falls. Mine blew off the roof once and suffered no damage. Charger and Batteries This Makita tool has the most advanced charging system available. Generically, it's called a "smart charging system. " A computer chip inside the battery lets the charger know exactly how to optimally charge the battery, to completely charge each cell within the battery and for maximum battery life. Each battery is made up of smaller 1. 2-volt cells. Often a battery will drain unevenly during normal use, at different rates within these internal cells. A normal charger will stop charging the battery when one cell reaches maximum capacity, not all of them. Once this happens once, it will continue to do so as long as you use the battery. What this means is your 18-volt battery is now a 16- or 17-volt battery and it can drop even lower. A "smart charger" will charge every cell independently until each cell is fully charged, so your 18-volt battery will remain 18 volts for its entire life. This charger has a fan in it and blows air through the battery to cool it down before charging so the battery can be charged right away, unlike other brands, where the charger waits until the battery cools, or even worse attempts to charge a hot battery pack and damages it or decreases the life of the battery. These Makita lithium-ion batteries will last 280 percent longer than standard batteries and can be charged over 1400 times, as opposed to the standard of 600 to 800 times, which alone can justify the higher price tag. These slide-in batteries are 3. 0 amp-hr batteries and they will provide power to the tool longer than standard 2. 0 amp-hr batteries. The higher the amp-hr rating, the longer the battery will last before it needs to be recharged. For light-duty applications, these batteries will last all day or even several days before recharging. I leave my charger at home when doing small jobs, because I know I don't need it. The charge stays in the battery without dissipating during non-use and there is so much power in these batteries, I know I'll have enough juice to complete a job. For heavy-duty applications, bring the charger with you just in case. - Gabriel Shantara FordWhat's in the BoxHammer drill; impact driver; LXT Lithium-Ion 3. 0Ah batteries (2); 45-minute optimum charger; carrying case LXT Lithium-Ion battery and optimum charging system produces 280% total lifetime work with 2x more cycles * ?" Hammer Driver-Drill has a new 4-pole motor for 560 in. lbs. of torque and weighs only 4. 9 lbs. * Impact Driver is 40% more compact, 1,280 in. lbs. of torque with 0-3,200 IPM and is 3. 3 lbs * 3-year warranty on tools and 1-year warranty on battery.

The tool lacks an onboard bit holder, but that's about all it lacks. The 3-1/2 amp batteries are ventilated, so they last longer, delivering up to 1,200 charges and recharges. This drill is a smart buy for plumbers, electricians, carpenters, and even woodworkers-in short, anyone who wants a small, compact drill that packs a lot of torque and is built to last. The package includes a 55-minute universal charger and hard-plastic carrying case. -Jon Groebner Impressively compact, lightweight, and comfortable to use, Panasonic's 15. 6-volt drill/driver fits into tight spaces where other bulkier drills won't. The 3-1/2 amp NiMH batteries deliver remarkable run time per charge, which is a big plus, especially if you need a tool for continuous use. What about power? This Panasonic packs up to 390 inch-pounds of torque-as much (if not more) than anyone needs in a cordless tool. The motor's speed control allows full torque at any speed, so you can apply full torque while still maintaining control. The tool features dual speed ranges of 65 to 450 and 200 to 1,450 rpm. The 1/2-inch chuck takes bigger bits. The first thing you notice about this tool, however, is how compact it is (the chassis measures only 8-1/2 inches) and how comfortable it feels in your hand. The soft-pad grip provides extra cushion and the tool's balance is superb, two important features if you wield a cordless day in and day out. The tool lacks an onboard bit holder, but that's about all it lacks. The 3-1/2 amp batteries are ventilated, so they last longer, delivering up to 1,200 charges and recharges. This drill is a smart buy for plumbers, electricians, carpenters, and even woodworkers-in short, anyone who wants a small, compact drill that packs a lot of torque and is built to last. The package includes a 55-minute universal charger and hard-plastic carrying case. -Jon Groebner This model features the longest running 3. 5 Amp Ni-Mh batteries in the industry, compared to other 18 Volt tools. The drill/driver weighs only 4. 8 pounds but delivers 390 in. /lbs. of torque. Max. Torque (in. -lbs. ): 390, Volts: 15. 6, Chuck Size (in. ): 1/2, Keyless Chuck: Yes, Clutch Settings: 18, Reversible: Yes, Variable Speed: Yes, Side Handle: No, Battery Amp/Hour: 3. 5Ah, Battery Included: Yes, (2) 3. 5Ah Ni-MH batteries, Charger Included: Yes, 55-minute charger, Case Included: Yes, Tool Weight (lbs. ): 4. 8.

Next, there's the planer head that turns your Dremel into a portable planer. It's designed for two types of planing - straight and at 45 degrees, with a width capacity of 2-1/8 inches, perfect for a warped or sticking door. Though we didn't try any shaping or carving with it, we think it would do a great job of it, too. There's also a flex light exclusive to this series that dovetails easily into a groove on the rear of the tool. It's powered by lithium ion batteries (included) and does a fantastic job illuminating detailed work pieces. As with all the other Dremel rotaries, you can attach the flex shaft for super-fine detail work as well as reaching into places practically no tool has gone before. The circle cutter's easy to use, too, and works like a charm, giving you perfect circular cutouts every time. And everything has its place in the well-designed storage case, making the whole shebang perfectly portable. If you're a rotary tool fan, you'll love the XPR. -Kris Jensen-Van Heste.

Included with the 2587-05 is an extra battery, a one-hour charger and carrying case. -C. Dwight Barnett.

0 Amp-hr batteries in this tool (the higher the amp hr rating, the longer the battery will last before it needs to be recharged). This cordless drill weighs only 3. 5 pounds, the lightest yet of any professional 18 volt. It has a comfortable grip and excellent ergonomics, which is ideal for continual use. Located just above the trigger, are two "headlights. " Headlights refer to small LED lights that provide light where you need it most. I was skeptical about this feature, thinking it was just another gimmick, but after using it for some time, I've come to depend on it. From lighting my way to the house in the dark, when bringing the batteries/tools on cold nights to providing light in a dark cabinet, closet, or under a desk, this a must-have feature. Rubber grips adorn the exterior of this tool and protect it during impact if it falls. For all that you get with this tool package, the price is unbelievably low. This 18 volt is perfect for the professional who needs a powerful cordless to use all day long. This Makita drill also has the most advanced charging system available and it charges in only 15 minutes! Generically, it's called a "smart charging system. " A computer chip inside the battery lets the charger know exactly how to optimally charge the battery, to completely charge each cell within the battery and for maximum battery life. Each battery is made up of smaller 1. 2 volt cells. Often a battery will drain unevenly during normal use, at different rates within these internal cells. A normal charger will stop charging the battery when one cell reaches maximum capacity, not all of them. Once this happens once, it will continue to do so as long as you use the battery. What this means is your 18-volt battery is now a 16- or 17-volt battery and it can drop even lower. A "smart charger" will charge every cell independently until each cell is fully charged, so your 18-volt battery will remain 18 volts for its entire life. This charger has a fan in it and blows air through the battery to cool it down before charging so the battery can be charged right away, unlike other brands, where the charger waits until the battery cools, or even worse attempts to charge a hot battery pack and damages it or decreases the life of the battery. These Makita lithium-ion batteries will last longer than standard batteries and can be charged over 1200 times, as opposed to the standard of 600 to 800 times, which alone can justify the slightly higher price tag. - Gabriel Shantara FordWhat's in the BoxDriver drill; compact lithium-ion batteries (2); 15-minute Rapid Charger; carrying case.

For remodelers, plumbers, and electricians, we think there's no better cordless reciprocating saw available. -Brian Trinen.

8V Lithium Ion battery pack for longer run times. Battery fuel gauge lets you know when its time to recharge. Variable speed to handle a greater range of applicat.

And the integrated high-output LED really does light up the workpiece, saving you time and frustration. We always like to see tools with easily accessible and easily replaced brushes, because if your tool's in the repair shop, it's not making you any money. The MForce drill/driver is just as powerful and just as rugged as the impact driver, with the same high-efficiency nickel-metal-hydride battery power. Speed ranges from 0 to 400 and 0 to 1,300 rpm to tackle just about any drilling or driving job, with a Makita-made Shift Lock Drive that lets you switch quickly between modes, locking out the clutch for drilling work. And like the impact driver, the drill in this combo is compact, lightweight and easy on your hardworking body. The rubberized grip absorbs any vibration and feels great in your hand. The fluorescent worklight will come in handy, too, whether you're in a crawlspace or under an engine. All three pieces are Makita quality, and the price on this combo beats buying them separately. - Kris Jensen-Van HesteWhat's in the Box Impact driver, MForce Drill, worklight, two batteries, charger and tool case.