Makita XWT18Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 4-Speed Mid-Torque 1/2" Sq. Drive Impact Wrench w/ Detent Anvil, Tool Only

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Versatility

Customers are highly satisfied with the versatility of the Makita XWT18Z Impact Wrench, praising its ability to handle various applications and adjustability for gentle or heavy-duty tasks. Some users have noted that it is a valuable addition to their tool collection, replacing the need for an air compressor in certain situations. However, one user has expressed concern about the hard-to-press mode selection button.

Build Quality

Customers consistently praise the build quality of the impact wrench, describing it as robust, precise, firm, and a significant improvement over other brands. Makita's reputation for durability is reinforced by these reviews.

Torque Power

Customers are generally positive about the torque power of the Makita XWT18Z Impact Wrench, with many praising its ability to easily remove lug nuts and handle heavy duty applications. Some users have noted that it is powerful enough to exceed their expectations and outperform other brands. However, a small group of customers mentioned that it is heavier compared to similar tools.

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Socket Retention

Customers have mixed opinions on the socket retention of the Makita XWT18Z Impact Wrench. While some appreciate the ease of putting on and keeping sockets in place during use, others find that sockets fall off too easily, causing frustration.

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Quality

Great power, amazing net busting power and feels great in hand, doesn’t hurt and would recommend using six amp hour batteries

Very useful impact wrench for lug nuts and heavy use 780 lb of torque do the work

Badly machined and doesn’t retain sockets which is mildly annoying.

Broke loose heavily rusted 5/8 head bolts on an old disk harrow and no problem with 18 mm head bolts on a hydraulic cylinder i ... Read More

Price

Govthe extra fifty bucks for the better model

You get all the tool you pay for with this one, you won't regret a single penny of the price.

Shipping

I did not receive this tool in time for that part of the job but it came in the day after.

Packaging/appearance

But it sure packs a load of power.

Competitiveness

This product exceeded my expectations, very powerful to not even hesitate removing lugs, for the price i would considered this ... Read More

This replaced a ridgid brand i had.

Compared all the makita impacts and went with this 1/2 drive listed at 740 ft lb loosening torque over heavier 3/4” drive.

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great, nuts, far, good and easy.

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Our engine has discovered that over 80% high quality reviews are present.

This product had a total of 504 reviews as of our last analysis date on Nov 13 2024.