Cordless Impact Tools deliver optimized torque values.

Press Release Summary:



Offering electronic 3-speed power selection, 18 V LXT® Brushless Cordless Impact Tools include XWT07M/Z ¾ in. square drive impact wrench, XWT08M/Z ½ in. square drive impact wrench, and XWT09T/Z 7/16 in. hex chuck impact drill. While XWT07M/Z delivers 780 lb-ft fastening torque and 1,250 lb-ft breakaway torque, respective values for XWT08M/Z are 740 lb-ft and 1,180 lb-ft. Both impact wrenches feature Star Protection Computer Controls™. Model XWT09T/Z delivers 590 lb-ft drilling torque.



Original Press Release:



Makita Shakes Up 18V Impact Category with Three New Industry Leaders



New 18V Brushless Impacts combine industry-leading fastening torque with precise fastening control



La Mirada, Calif. – Makita® has released three new cordless high-torque fastening solutions that meet and exceed corded demands. The three new 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Impact Tools include the ¾" Square Drive Impact Wrench (XWT07M/Z), ½" Square Drive Impact Wrench (XWT08M/Z), and 7/16" Hex Chuck Impact Drill (XWT09T/Z). All three models deliver the highest fastening torque in their categories.



18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless High Torque 3/4" Impact Wrench Kit (XWT07M). Also available in 1/2" and 7/16" Hex.

Meeting and Exceeding Corded Demands



"With Makita brushless motors and the industry’s leading 18 volt lithium-ion battery technology, Makita cordless tools not only meet corded demands, they can exceed the performance of corded tools," said Adam Livingston, Senior Product Manager, Cordless Products, Makita USA. "With these new high-torque cordless impact wrenches, a contractor can put down their much heavier corded impact wrench and go cordless for the most demanding fastening applications."



World’s Largest Cordless Tool Line-Up

The three new 18V LXT Brushless High Torque Impact Wrenches are part of Makita’s expanding 18V Lithium-Ion series, which will exceed 125 tools in 2016 and is the world’s largest cordless tool line-up powered by 18V Lithium-Ion slide-style batteries. Makita 18V Lithium-Ion batteries have the fastest charge times in their categories, so they spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger.



XWT07M/Z: Highest Fastening Torque in ¾" 18V Impact Wrench Category

The Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless High Torque 3/4" Square Drive Impact Wrench includes a ¾" anvil with friction ring and thru hole retention system for maximum productivity. The XWT07M/Z delivers a full 780 ft.lbs. fastening torque, the highest in its category, and 1,250 ft.lbs. breakaway torque. The electronic 3-speed power selection gives users precise fastening control for a range of applications. The efficient Makita brushless motor is engineered for longer run time, increased power and speed, and longer tool life. Additional features include all-metal gear housing with rubber overmold, rubberized soft grip, built-in dual L.E.D. lights, and less weight (only 8.1 lbs. with battery). It is ideal for a range of users, from iron and steel workers to pipe fitters, railroad and automotive mechanics, forming contractors, and more.



XWT08M/Z: Highest Fastening Torque in 18V ½" Impact Wrench Category

The Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless High Torque 1/2" Square Drive Impact Wrench includes a ½" anvil with friction ring for increased productivity. The XWT08M/Z delivers a full 740 ft.lbs. fastening torque, the highest in its category, and 1,180 ft.lbs. breakaway torque. The electronic 3-speed power selection gives users precise fastening control for a range of applications. The efficient Makita brushless motor is engineered for longer run time, increased power and speed, and longer tool life. Additional features include all-metal gear housing with rubber overmold, rubberized soft grip, built-in dual L.E.D. lights, and less weight (only 7.9 lbs. with battery). It is ideal for a range of users, from iron and steel workers to pipe fitters, railroad and automotive mechanics, forming contractors, and more.



XWT09T/Z: Highest Torque in 18V 7/16" Hex Impact Drill Category

The Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless High Torque 7/16" Hex Impact Drill (XWT09T/Z) delivers a full 590 ft.lbs. drilling torque, the highest in its category. The electronic 3-speed power selection gives users precise fastening control for a range of applications. The efficient Makita brushless motor is engineered for longer run time, increased power and speed, and longer tool life. The tool hook and hanging ring provide added convenience. Additional features include all-metal gear housing with rubber overmold, rubberized soft grip, built-in dual L.E.D. lights, and less weight (only 8.1 lbs. with battery). It is ideal for linemen and electricians installing and maintaining power lines, wood boring, and more.



Star Protection Computer Controls™

For improved tool performance and extended battery life, the new 18V LXT® Brushless High Torque Impact Wrenches feature Star Protection Computer Controls™. Star Protection is communication technology that allows the Star Protection-equipped tool and battery to exchange data in real time and monitor conditions during use to protect against overloading, over-discharging and overheating. They can be powered by Makita 18V LXT® and Compact Lithium-Ion batteries with the star symbol on the battery indicating Star Protection inside, including 18V Lithium-Ion 2.0Ah, 3.0Ah, 4.0Ah, and 5.0Ah batteries.



Specifications























































Model Number

XWT07M

XWT07Z

Name

18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 3/4" High-Torque Impact Wrench Kit

18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 3/4" High-Torque Impact Wrench, tool only

Square Drive

¾"

¾"

No Load Speed (3 speed)

0-900 / 0-1,000 / 0-1,800

0-900 / 0-1,000 / 0-1,800

Impacts Per Minute (3 speed)

0-1,800 / 0-2,000 / 0-2,200

0-1,800 / 0-2,000 / 0-2,200

Maximum Torque (ft.lbs.)

780 ft.lbs.

780 ft.lbs.

Battery

18V LXT® Lithium-Ion

18V LXT® Lithium-Ion

Overall length

9"

9"

Net Weight (w/battery)

8.1 lbs.

8.1 lbs.

Includes:

Tool, 2 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 4.0Ah batteries, Rapid Optimum Charger, Contractor Tool Bag

Tool only



























































Model Number

XWT08M

XWT08Z

Name

18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2" High-Torque Impact Wrench Kit

18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2" High-Torque Impact Wrench, tool only

Square Drive

½"

½"

No Load Speed (3 speed)

0-900 / 0-1,000 / 0-1,800

0-900 / 0-1,000 / 0-1,800

Impacts Per Minute (3 speed)

0-1,800 / 0-2,000 / 0-2,200

0-1,800 / 0-2,000 / 0-2,200

Maximum Torque (ft.lbs.)

740 ft.lbs.

740 ft.lbs.

Battery

18V LXT® Lithium-Ion

18V LXT® Lithium-Ion

Overall length

9"

9"

Net Weight (w/battery)

7.9 lbs.

7.9 lbs.

Includes:

Tool, 2 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 4.0Ah batteries, Rapid Optimum Charger, Contractor Tool Bag

Tool only

























































Model Number

XWT09T

XWT09Z

Name

18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 7/16" High-Torque Impact Drill Kit

18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 7/16" High-Torque Impact Drill, tool only

Hex Shank

7/16"

7/16"

No Load Speed (3 speed)

0-900 / 0-1,000 / 0-1,800

0-900 / 0-1,000 / 0-1,800

Impacts Per Minute (3 speed)

0-1,800 / 0-2,000 / 0-2,200

0-1,800 / 0-2,000 / 0-2,200

Maximum Torque (ft.lbs.)

590 ft.lbs.

590 ft.lbs.

Battery

18V LXT® Lithium-Ion

18V LXT® Lithium-Ion

Overall length

9"

9"

Net Weight (w/battery)

8.1 lbs.

8.1 lbs.

Includes:

Tool, 2 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 5.0Ah batteries, Rapid Optimum Charger, Contractor Tool Bag

Tool only



Three Year Limited Warranty

Each Makita Lithium-Ion Power Tool, Battery and Charger is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of THREE YEARS from the date of original purchase with exceptions. For more on this Limited 3-Year Warranty, go to makitatools.com



About Makita®

Makita® is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and outdoor power equipment, and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita utilizes leading-edge technology and innovation to engineer tools that are more compact with less weight yet deliver industrial power and results. Makita's extensive line of cordless lithium-ion tools includes 18V LXT® Brushless Lithium-Ion, 18V Compact Lithium-Ion, and 12V max Lithium-Ion. Other best-in-class products include rotary and demolition hammers and saws equipped with Anti-Vibration Technology (AVT®), MM4® 4-Stroke engine power equipment, Super Joint System - SJS® grinders, miter saws engineered with Deep and Exact Cutting Technology (DXT®), Impact GOLD®, the New Gold Standard in Impact Driving, and more. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or go to makitatools.com. Follow Makita: facebook.com/makitatoolspage, twitter.com/makitatools, youtube.com/makitapowertools, instagram.com/makitatools.

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