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The main difference between Makita CXT and LXT is power and size. The CXT range emphasises compact products. The batteries are much smaller, although the connection points are similar. These offer 12V of power and come in a range of sizes, from 1.5Ah to 6Ah.

The Makita BL1850 18v 5.0Ah Li-Ion battery returns 66% extra runtime than the BL1830 3.0Ah with a charge time of only 45 minutes. The power output from the 5.0Ah battery is consistent and noticeably greater than that of the 3.0 or 4.0Ah, whilst delivering that stronger power output and longer runtime.

Since their introduction in our tool range, brushless has shown the benefits of both longer life and greater power. Makita-built Brushless Motor eliminates carbon brushes, enabling the motor to run cooler and more efficiently for longer life because of no friction loss and reduced heat production caused by brushes.

In general, Makita has a reputation for being a step up in quality compared to DeWalt with a higher price tag to go along with it. However, both brands are considered to be professional-level tools across the board.

Makita Corporation (株式会社マキタ, kabushiki gaisha Makita) (TYO: 6586) is a Japanese manufacturer of power tools. Founded on March 21, 1915, it is based in Anjō, Japan and operates factories in Brazil, China, Japan, Mexico, Romania, the United Kingdom, Germany, United Arab Emirates, Thailand, Canada, and the United States.

Makita DC18RE 10.8/12/14.4/18V Li-Ion CXT / LXT Rapid Battery Charger (187FG) No rating value Same page link. Multi-voltage, rapid battery charger that has been designed to charge both LXT and CXT batteries. Suitable for 14.4V and 18V LXT slide batteries and 12V MAX CXT slide batteries.

In general, Makita has a reputation for being a step up in quality compared to DeWalt with a higher price tag to go along with it. However, both brands are considered to be professional-level tools across the board.

New 18V batteries give contractors longer run time, fastest charge, and unmatched compatibility for increased productivity. The Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 4.0 Ah Battery (BL1840) delivers 35% more run time than the 18V LXT® 3.0 Ah (BL1830) battery.

1. More energy-efficient. Because there are no brushes rubbing against anything, no energy is lost due to friction. That means brushless motors are more energy-efficient than brushed drills and can run on batteries for up to 50 percent longer.

More Efficient According to Consumer Reports, brushless motors are more energy-efficient than brushed, often running on battery power for up to 50 percent longer. Since brushless motors don't contain brushes that lose energy to friction, they have a longer battery life than brushed tools.

Makita Corporation (株式会社マキタ, kabushiki gaisha Makita) (TYO: 6586) is a Japanese manufacturer of power tools. Founded on March 21, 1915, it is based in Anjō, Japan and operates factories in Brazil, China, Japan, Mexico, Romania, the United Kingdom, Germany, United Arab Emirates, Thailand, Canada, and the United States.