Makita 18V LXT Cordless Kits
A Makita LXT cordless kit gets you drilling, fixing and cutting fast, with batteries and charger sorted from day one.
When you're starting out or replacing tired tools, a Makita LXT cordless kit is the easiest way to build a proper 18V setup without mixing chargers and random batteries. Pick the tools that match your day-to-day graft, then size the batteries for how long you're actually on the trigger.
What Jobs Are Makita LXT Cordless Kits Best At?
- Driving fixings all day on first fix and fit-out work, where having two batteries on rotation stops you losing time to charging.
- Drilling timber, metal and masonry on refurbs and maintenance calls, so you can turn up with one case and cover most of the snag list.
- Cutting and trimming on site with saws and multi-tools in the kit, when you need clean adjustments without running leads through finished areas.
- Working in awkward access spots like lofts, stairwells and plant rooms, where cordless kit keeps you mobile and safer than trailing extension reels.
Choosing the Right Makita LXT Cordless Kit
Match the kit to the work you do most, then buy batteries for runtime, not for the sticker price.
1. Tool Mix (What You Actually Use)
If you're mainly drilling and fixing, a combi drill and impact driver kit is the sensible starting point. If you're cutting daily, choose a kit that includes the saw you'll reach for, because buying it later usually costs more than getting it in the bundle.
2. Battery Size (Ah) and Quantity
If you're doing quick installs and punch-list work, smaller batteries keep weight down. If you're on the tools all day or running saws and grinders, go bigger and make sure you've got at least two batteries so one can charge while you work.
3. Case and Carry (Van Proofing)
If your kit gets thrown in and out of the van, pick a set with a solid case and proper inserts so tools are not rattling themselves to bits. If you're moving room to room on fit-outs, a tidy case saves time and stops you leaving batteries behind.
Makita LXT Cordless Kit FAQs
Will a Makita LXT cordless kit run the rest of my Makita 18V tools?
Yes, if they're on the Makita LXT 18V platform, the batteries from the kit are designed to swap across. Just double-check the tool is LXT 18V and not a different Makita range before you assume it'll fit.
How many batteries do I realistically need for site work?
Two is the minimum if you're working properly, because one can be on charge while you're using the other. If you're running saws, grinders or multi-tools for long spells, a third battery stops the day grinding to a halt.
Are bigger Ah batteries always the right choice?
Not always. Bigger Ah usually means longer runtime, but it also adds weight. If you're up ladders, doing overhead work, or only using the tool in short bursts, a lighter battery can be the better day-to-day option.
Do kits come with everything I need to start, or will I still be missing something?
Most kits cover the essentials: tools, batteries and a charger, often with a case. What you'll still need is the right consumables for your work, like drill bits, driver bits and blades, because the tool is only as good as what you hang off it.
Is it worth buying a kit instead of body tools if I already own some batteries?
If you've already got enough batteries to cover your day, body tools can be the cheaper way to expand. If you're short on batteries or your pack is tired, a kit often works out better value because you're getting fresh batteries and a charger in one hit.
Who Are These For on Site?
- Chippies and kitchen fitters who want a dependable 18V platform for drills, impacts and saws that live in the van.
- Sparkies and plumbers doing second fix and maintenance, because a single Makita LXT cordless kit covers most day jobs without hunting for chargers.
- Facilities and site maintenance teams who need grab-and-go kits for callouts, with spare batteries ready when jobs overrun.
The Basics: Understanding Makita LXT 18V Kits
Makita LXT is a shared 18V battery platform, so one battery type can run a big spread of tools. The win is fewer chargers, fewer loose batteries, and a setup that scales as your workload grows.
1. One Battery System Across Multiple Tools
Once you're on LXT, the same batteries can move between your drill, impact, saw and site kit, which is exactly what you want when you're bouncing between tasks and cannot afford downtime.
2. Runtime Comes From Ah, Not Just Voltage
They're all 18V, but bigger Ah batteries generally run longer and cope better under load. That matters when you're driving long fixings, drilling repeatedly, or cutting continuously instead of doing the odd hole.
Makita LXT Kit Extras That Save You Time
A couple of sensible add-ons stop the usual site headaches like dead batteries and blunt consumables.
1. Spare LXT Batteries
A third battery is the difference between working straight through and waiting around when you hit heavier tasks like long fixings, hole saws, or constant cutting.
2. Fast Charger
If you're running two tools back-to-back, a faster charger keeps the rotation moving so you are not nursing one battery and stretching jobs out.
3. Bit and Blade Sets
Keep fresh drill bits, driver bits and the right blades in the case, because blunt consumables make cordless tools feel weak and burn batteries quicker.
Shop Makita LXT Cordless Kits at ITS
Whether you need a simple two-tool starter set or a bigger Makita LXT cordless kit with batteries, charger and case, we stock the full spread to suit different trades and workloads. It's all held in our own warehouse, in stock and ready for next day delivery so you can get set up and back on the tools fast.
