Makita LCT300W 18-Volt Compact Lithium-Ion

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, Black & Decker HPD18AK-2 18-Volt High Performance Drill , Bosch CLPK27-120 12-Volt 2-Tool Combo Kit ,DEWALT DC720KA Cordless 18-Volt Compact Drill/Driver , Makita LCT203W 10.8-Volt Compact Lithium-Ion Two-Piece Combo Kit ,Bosch 36618-02 18-Volt 1/2-Inch Compact-Tough Litheon Drill/Driver Product Description The Makita 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless 3-Piece Combo Kit is built for the pro-user who requires Best in Class cordless tools for drilling, driving and fastening in a more compact size. The LCT300W includes a compact and versatile 1/2-Inch Driver-drill, as well as a powerful impact driver that weighs just 2.8 pounds. The kit also includes a rechargeable flashlight. Each tool is powered by Makita's 18V compact lithium-ion battery and the ENERGY STAR rated Makita Rapid Optimum Charger.
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See details FlashlightModel BML185W
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Two 18V compact batteries

Rapid optimum charger

Contractor bag

Best in Class Cordless Solutions Makita's LCT300W includes a compact and versatile 1/2-Inch Driver-drill (BDF452HW). The BDF452HW features a Makita-built four-pole maximum torque motor that delivers 450 in.lbs. of Max Torque and 285 in.lbs. of PTI Torque in a compact size. The BDF452HW has a two-speed all-metal transmission that delivers 0-450 RPM in low speed and 0-1,500 RPM in high for a wide range of drilling and driving applications.
The LCT300W also includes a powerful impact driver that weighs just 2.8 pounds. (BTD142HW). The BTD142HW features a Makita-built four-pole maximum torque motor that delivers 1,280 in.lbs. of torque, 2,300 RPM, and 3,200 impacts per minute for a wide range of fastening tasks. Makita's proprietary hammer and anvil impact mechanism is manufactured using the best raw materials with the highest quality steel and unique heat hardening process for maximum fastening and driving power.
Both the driver-drill and impact driver have a compact and ergonomic shape that fits like a glove for reduced operator fatigue, as well as a built-in L.E.D. light that illuminates the work area for more efficient work. The kit includes a rechargeable flashlight with Xenon bulb (BML185W). The LCT300W includes two 18V compact lithium-ion batteries and a Rapid Optimum Charger for increased battery and charging power--and less downtime on the job site.
Built for a Variety of Applications The LCT300W delivers compact cordless solutions for drilling, driving, and fastening. The combination of power and performance in a compact size makes the LCT300W ideal for pro trades including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, remodeling, woodworking, and any pro contractor who requires a Best in Class engineered cordless combo kit. The LCT300W is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best in class engineering.
About Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Tool Series As one of the pioneers driving the cordless tool revolution, Makita changed the game with its breakthrough 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Series. Three years after its debut, Makita's LXT Series has grown from seven to over 35 tools, providing a wide range of cordless solutions for professional tradesmen. Makita also added 18V compact lithium-ion for cordless power in a more compact size. Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion batteries and ENERGY STAR rated Optimum Charging System provide several benefits over old battery technology. When compared to traditional 18V Ni-Cd batteries, Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion batteries have 40% less weight, longer run time, and five-times lower self-discharge to keep cells active and ready to use at any time.
Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion battery delivers 2,000 cycles--2.5X more than Ni-Cd. In addition, built-in shock absorbing features help protect the battery, and 16 firm-holding contact terminals deliver constant high power. During the charging process, a built-in memory chip in the battery communicates with the Optimum Charger for a more efficient charge, extending the battery life. Makita's Optimum Charger is also faster: it will charge an 18V LXT Lithium-Ion battery in just 30 minutes, and an 18V compact lithium-ion battery in only 15 minutes. Makita also offers a Rapid Automotive Charger for 18V LXT and 18V compact lithium-ion batteries that plugs into 12V DC sockets equipped in most automobiles and trucks for added mobility. Makita's growing line of LXT cordless tool solutions features a wide range of industrial-quality power tools, including driver-drills, impact drivers, impact wrenches, saws, grinders, screwguns, rotary hammers, and more. The LXT Series also offers a jobsite radio, rechargeable flashlights, and several different combo kits. About Makita Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are more compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial strength power and results. 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, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit makitatools . Makita is Best in Class Engineering.
Warranty Every Makita Lithium-Ion tool is backed by Makita's 3-Year Warranty that covers repair due to defects in materials or workmanship up to three years from the date of original purchase. Makita Lithium-Ion batteries and chargers have a limited 1-year warranty. Please see makitatools for complete details.
What's in the Box 1/2-Inch Driver-Drill, Impact Driver, Flashlight, two 18V compact Lithium-Ion batteries, Rapid Optimum Charger, and contractor bag.


This review is from: Makita LCT300W 18-Volt Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless 3-Piece Combo Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)
Anyone as confused by the compact vs regular lithium technology in these Makita Drills as I was?

I have used both the compact and the LXT version of the Makita Lithium cordless tool sets. Mostly the impact driver and drill/driver. I am a electrical contractor and am pretty hard on my tools.

First both sets worked great. However, I did find that I spent considerable amount of time fetching new batteries with the compact version of the drills. I found this to be irritating, and prefered to use the LXT lithium drill as it lasted twice as long and had maybe just a little more UMMMPHHH to it.

One of my employees who has long struggled with tendonitis in his arm will use nothing else besides the compact version. It is about a pound lighter and it makes enough difference, of course he gets paid the same whether he changes the battery pack ten times a day or five.

Bottom line, both drills work very well. The compact is so light it makes it worth it for people doing lighter use, difficult position, or constant ladder work. But overall I would say it is better suited for the serious homeowner/weekend-warrior rather than the full time contractor. The regular LXT(non-compact) tools, although just a little heavier, are still much lighter than previous technologies and feel like a bag of feathers in comparison to a Dewault. They also lasted longer on a single charge(twice the storage capacity in the battery cells), which was the key selling point for me and the little extra power (insert Tim the toolman grunt here) was well worth it. Then again, if I am light duty user/homeowner and not using these tools daily, the compact version would certainly fit better into my budget and would still do everything I needed it too.