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Makita LXT202 18-Volt Hammer Drill & Impact Driver Lithium-Ion Combo Kit
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List Price: $714.00
Our Price: $318.25
Your Save: $ 395.75 ( 55% )
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
Manufacturer: Makita
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Batteries Included: 1
Binding: Tools & Hardware
Brand: Makita
EAN: 0088381070225
Feature: LXT Lithium-Ion battery and optimum charging system produces 280 percent total lifetime work with 2 times more cycles
Label: Makita
Manufacturer: Makita
Model: LXT202
Publisher: Makita
Studio: Makita
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Features
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LXT Lithium-Ion battery and optimum charging system produces 280 percent total lifetime work with 2 times more cycles
Hammer drill (BHP451) weighs just 4.9 pounds and has 4-pole maximum torque motor delivers 560 in. lbs. of efficient torque in a compact size
Compact impact driver (BTD140) is weighs just 3.3 pounds and delivers 1,280 in./lbs. of torque with 0 to 3,200 IPM
Kit includes hammer drill; impact driver; LXT Lithium-Ion 3.0Ah batteries (2); 45-minute optimum charger; carrying case
3-year warranty on tools, 1-year warranty on battery
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Great Tools
Comment: After trying all other brand name cordless tools, I was tired of using all of that junk so I purchased these cordless tools and I am very satisfied. I work in many areas of construction and use the tools on a daily basis. They are very comfortable to use and my hand does not get tired. They are very powerful and have a good battery life. These are the best tools that I have ever used in my entire life.
Customer Rating: 
Summary: Four stars with a heavy heart
Comment: I purchased this combo kit just over one year ago. I waited to write a review so that I could address any problems that might come up with it.
I will do as another reviewer and break mine up into a few sections.
The impact driver is the main reason I bought this kit, and I was not disappointed. Driving screws before using this beast was a a chore at best. Using an impact driver makes the task SO much easier. It may not be the most powerful one out there, but I have broken heads off screws and small bolts, so for me, it is rather adequate. While it will drive long deck screws and lag screws without a pilot hole, I drill one anyway to avoid splitting. It is very light, extremely comfortable in the hand, and superbly balanced. Really, Makita hit a home run with this particular tool.
The drill was a bonus for me, since the kit was only a little more expensive than buying either tool separately. It is powerful, and nice to be able to use full half inch shank bits with it. It is heavier than the impact driver, but surprisingly well balanced and ergonomic. The clutch positions are easy to manipulate and are handy for the most part. The switch for different modes (hammer-drill, drill, driver) can stick at times, so a quick pull of the trigger is necessary to free the action (minus one). The hammer-drill function works well and is a lifesaver for small jobs. I have not noticed excessive run-out in the chuck, however, I do not consider cordless drills precision tools. For precise drilling I would use a drill press or an expensive corded drill. I give up precision for convenience with cordless. Loose bits are also not an issue with me, I crank the chuck down then ratchet it home tight.
The batteries are amazing. They deliver seemingly endless power. I am not a contractor, just a serious DIY type. That said, when I use the tools for a project, I don't have to recharge more than once. That is a huge plus for me, even though the project may only be a half a day (though the tools get used constantly). Self discharge is so low that I can pick up the tool a month after last using it, and have more than enough power to drill a few holes and drive several screws. They are also very light. Compared to the boat anchors of NiCd technology, these things are a stark difference. One VERY important note, however. DO NOT run these batteries into the ground! Doing so can drastically reduce the life of the battery pack. Makita does not include a "fail safe" system to automatically shut down the tool when the batteries become critically low (most consumer products using Li-Ion batteries have this). Hitachi tools apparently have this, unfortunately Makita does not (minus two).
The charger is rather delicate looking, and can be a little noisy when in use. The fan is there to keep the batteries cool, so I can live with a bit of annoying whine if my expensive battery will last longer. The lights can be confusing, so make sure to read the manual on how to decipher them.
Miscellaneous things to touch on include the case. It is actually quite well designed, with room for an extra battery pack (which I bought separately). Also, there is enough room for a small drill bit set and driver bits in the case. I utilize this extra space for those items plus a few masonry bits. This gives me a complete kit to drill holes in wood/metal/masonry as well as drive screws all in one easy to carry package. Very convenient. The lights on the tools are more useful than you'll think, especially on the driver. The drill's lights are indeed blocked by the large chuck, as another person pointed out (minus three). The belt clips really come in handy, especially when you're on a ladder. Everything except the battery cells themselves are made in China. The cells are made in Japan, the rest of the tool kit is made and/or assembled in China (minus four).
So with that long review, and my four main points of dissatisfaction, it is with a heavy heart that I give this combo kit four stars. The drill's lights and selector switch I can forgive, but the lack of the battery saving feature (for lack of a better term) and the fact that the whole thing is made in China are unforgivable for me. That notwithstanding, I am overall very satisfied with my purchase and I do not regret my it at all. Make sure to read the owners manuals, two times.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Pro level tools
Comment: I recently had to upgrade my drill/driver combo. As a professional Finish carpenter, I need cordless tools that can work all day, and not tire ME out. Have used most brands, and still own a collection of older makita cordless. I used some of my co-workers 18v li-ion and was instantly sold. The impact driver actually seems lighter than my old favorite 12volt!!
Don't get the white combo, spend a little more for the upgrade. I've never said I wish I hadn't spent the extra money for a good quality tool. I've often said I wish I had spent a few dollars more for better tools, but not this time...worth every penny.
Customer Rating:
Summary: GREAT DRILL COMBO SET
Comment: the drills work great and the batteries charge really fast compared to other drills i had. the impact driver is awesome and both of the drills came with belt clips which i thought was cool and they were not to heavy to hang on your belt for a period of time i just wish they had these drills in a bigger combo kit
Customer Rating:
Summary: Got 13years out of my Last Makita
Comment: I did the research, bought a Sears 18v took it home it was ultra heavy old Nicad battery technology, and tried to start a putting up shelf project. I wanted to drill some small starter pilot holes but the chuck on the Sears wouldn't even grip the small bit. This was going to be a huge problem since I also uses small carbide bits for drilling safety wire holes in metal for my car and race motorcycles. So I took the heavy beast back. Dewalt use to be a good brand but now even the Home Depot guys said the industrial guys would just bring them back broken for returns.
One of my friends has the smaller 18v Lithium Makita in white/grey and likes it but doesn't like the battery life, and that's where this unit is superior to the other units and this combo rocks! Two Expensive batteries are already included and the other nice thing is I don't use my drill that often but I like to use it for small jobs. That's where the lithium Ion battery shines.. because you pull it off the shelf and it's ready to go, my old Nicad would be dead and I would have to wait 45minutes plus to charge it before I could do anything.
Couple of big PLUS: Dual LED so that it really lit up what I was drilling, the cool thing about this kit was I kept my drill bit in the drill and my screw driver on the impact and with the two built in clips I could hang the drills so I didn't have to come down off the ladder, measure, level, mark, drill, screw... It saved a ton of time, plus the hammer drill just pounds the screws like it's butter. There is no need for a second corded drill that's for sure. I love the fact that the Makita comes with a plastic box to hold everything so I know exactly where everything is.
+ This is a huge savings to get both tool, but the biggest thing is that you get two batteries which are expensive.. buy the kit instead of just the drill!
Minus's or Regrets more like it...
Wish I had done this upgrade years ago!
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Editorial Reviews:
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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
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