Soft start suppresses start-up reaction for smooth start-ups and longer gear life
Spiral bevel gears for smoother rotations and a more efficient transfer of energy
Anti-restart protection engineered to prevent motor start up when battery is inserted with switch locked on
Efficient internal cooling is engineered for optimum performance
Wire mesh intake covers are engineered to prevent debris from entering motor
Equipped with Star Protection Computer Controls™ to protect against overloading, over-discharging and over-heating
Rapid Optimum Charger communicates with the battery's built-in chip throughout the charging process to optimize battery life by actively controlling current, voltage and temperature (battery and charger sold separately)
Rapid Optimum Charger has a built-in fan to cool the battery for faster, more efficient charging (battery and charger sold separately)
Makita technology delivers category-leading charge time so the battery spends more time working and less time sitting on the charger (battery and charger sold separately)
Compatible with Makita 18V Lithium-Ion batteries with a Star symbol (battery sold separately)
Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™) is engineered for improved dust and water resistance for operation in harsh conditions