Available Now in-stores and online! Makita Subcompact 18V brushless drill/driver and 18v brushless impact that are smaller but more powerful than most 12V tools. Makita lead the way in taking 36V tools and putting them on the Makita 18V platform with the 18Vx2 (using 2 18V batteries). These new subcompact tools much the same way now gives you the ability to have all your tools on a single 18V platform.
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That and they just look awesome blacked out, favorite nick names around here “Murder Edition” and “Vader Edition” neither Makita would probably put on the box but we have not heard any official trade names for the blacked out tools CX200RB ($229) other than 18V Subcompacts.
Makita 18V Subcompact Black ½” Drill/Driver XFD11ZB ($119)
Max torque on the XFD11ZB drill is 350 in/lbs which is similar to other new brushless 12V tools aimed for balancing good power with a very compact design. At only 6-3/8” long this 18V unit is smaller than their own 12V drill. Brushless motor means great run time and this tool is built for pros. It’s the lightest 18V drill we’ve used and a great value.
Makita 18V Subcompact Black ¼” Impact Driver XDT15ZB ($119)
Max torque on the brushless subcompact impact XDT15ZB is 1240 in/lbs which again is respectable and going to get the job done but certainly the focus here is on size and power-to-weight ratios which are some of the best we’ve seen. The Assist Mode is a new feature designed to eliminate screw cam-out and cross thread by driving at lower speeds until impact begins. At 5-5/16” also more compact than their own 12V impact but on the 18V platform.
Makita 18V Subcompact Black Combo Kit CX200RB ($229)
The CX200RB includes both the blacked out brushless 18V subcompact tools 1/2″ drill/driver XFD11ZB & impact XDT15ZB, as well as 2x of the BL1820B batteries (2.0Ah with fuel gauge), 18V charger and bag. Of course these tools will work with the larger batteries as well but using the compact batteries really makes these tools feel amazingly compact.
These tools are built for professionals looking for lightweight compact tools but that can perform with solid power. Until recently it has seemed like the focus for pros was always more power but not all pros actually need 1000 in/lbs in a drill and often that much power can cause more problems than it solves. Solid performance but super lightweight compact designs definitely has a place with many pros.
Our Friends at Tool Pig on Instagram posted these shot compared to M12 FUEL drill and M12 FUEL impact. Both brushless with similar power but the Makita 18V are actually more compact. Very Impressive.
We really think Makita has done an excellent job listening to users and created some awesome tools for those looking for 18V tools with a tiny footprint. Blacked Out awesome design for these tools and a very nice value at $230 just makes the upgrade that much easier. These pictures don’t do them justice they look really awesome!
