Makita DTD173 3-Speed Cordless Impact Driver 18V LXT BL Brushless Motor Electric Drill (Tool Only)-Blue

The Makita 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless Impact Driver (model DTD173 , tool only, battery sold separately) is an ultra-compact fastening solution with significantly less weight. The 18-Volt Sub-Compact Impact Driver is part of a new class of compact, with the size and weight of lower voltage tools but with the performance, power and compatibility of 18-Volt. The expansive breadth-of-line of the Makita 18-Volt LXT Series means an 18-Volt battery from any LXT tool will power the 18-Volt Sub-Compact Impact Driver. The DTD173 has an efficient brushless motor with two speed settings and dual LED lights illuminate the work area. The innovative Assist Mode (A-mode) helps eliminate "screw cam-out" and "cross threading" by driving at low speed until tightening begins, and is ideal for driving longer fasteners. At only 5-5/16 in. and 2.6 lbs. (with battery, sold separately) it is an ultra-compact fastening solution with superior comfort and handling. Its part of Makitas expanding 18-Volt Lithium-Ion series, the worlds largest cordless tool line-up powered by 18-Volt Lithium-Ion slide-style batteries. Makita 18-Volt Lithium-Ion batteries have the fastest charge times in their categories, so they spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger. BL brushless motor delivers 1,240 in. lbs. of max torque in an ultra compact design Ergonomically designed handle with rubberized soft grip provides increased comfort Variable speed (0-1,300/0-3,000 RPM and 0-1,600/0-3,900 IPM) for a wide range of fastening applications Assist mode (A-mode) feature helps eliminate screw cam-out and cross threading by driving at low speed until tightening begins Weighs only 2.6 lbs. with battery (battery not included) for reduced operator fatigue; Compact and ergonomic design at only 5-5/16 in.

• Electronically-controlled BL brushless motor efficiently uses energy to match torque and RPM to the changing demands of the application
• Brushless motor delivers 1,500 in. lbs. of maximum torque Variable speed (0-3,400 RPM and 0-3,600 IPM) for a wide range of fastening applications
• Convenient 1-touch 1/4 hex chuck for quick bit changes All aluminum gear housing for increased job site durability
• Extreme protection technology (XPT) is engineered for improved dust and water resistance for operation in harsh conditions
• Compact and ergonomic design at only 5 in. long
• Built-in twin LED lights illuminate the work area Rubberized soft grip provides increased comfort on the job
• Brushless motor eliminates carbon brushes, enabling the BL motor to run cooler and more efficiently for longer life
• 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