Makita XGT® is an innovative 40V cordless tool series designed to meet the demands of challenging tasks across a wide range of construction and maintenance jobsites.
Tools in the Makita XGT® series are equipped with high-capacity batteries that deliver more power and longer runtime. This makes them excellent tools for professional use, where performance and ease of use are top priorities. The 40V XGT lineup follows in the footsteps of the 18V LXT series. By connecting two 40V batteries in series, you get a power source capable of replacing many gas-powered machines and corded power tools. Cordless operation makes working more flexible and safer. You can move freely with the tools without being limited by cord length. This also reduces trip hazards and improves jobsite safety.
Makita’s LXT® and XGT® series differ mainly in voltage, power, and intended use:
Voltage and power:
- LXT®: This series uses 18V batteries and is designed for versatile tools suitable for both professionals and DIY users. The LXT® series includes over 275 tools.
- XGT®: This series uses 40V batteries and is designed for heavier and more demanding work.
Intended use:
- LXT®: Well suited for general construction and renovation work where lighter, versatile tools are needed.
- XGT®: Designed specifically for heavy-duty and demanding applications, such as cutting metal and driving large screws. XGT® tools are more powerful and more durable.
Battery life and charging:
- LXT®: The batteries charge quickly and provide good runtime for lighter-duty tools.
- XGT®: The batteries charge extremely quickly and last longer under heavy use. XGT® batteries are also splash-resistant and feature an intelligent protection system.
Both series are compatible with their own batteries, but not with each other.
The Makita XGT® series includes more than 140 products, and the range is constantly expanding. The series includes drills, reciprocating saws, circular saws, and rotary hammers, among others. The latest additions include concrete-working tools such as mixers and concrete grinders.
When choosing the right cordless tools, it’s worth taking advantage of professional advice. If you’re deciding between different battery platforms or considering switching to the XGT® battery system, it’s a good idea to ask an expert for help. Promart’s professionals can recommend the best cordless tools for each jobsite or task and explain the differences between models. We are an official Makita dealer, and products purchased through us come with the manufacturer’s 3-year warranty upon registration. Product servicing and spare parts procurement are also conveniently handled through a single provider.
Makita has earned strong trust among demanding professional users. The company’s premium quality and durability are the result of long-term development work on new products and technologies. Japan’s Makita Corporation was founded in 1915, initially focusing on the sales and servicing of lighting equipment, electric motors, and transformers.
110 years later, Makita operates as a global brand through more than 40 subsidiaries on every continent. The company is an innovative leader in the industry.