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Makita 80V XGT

Makita 80V tools are for when 18V kit starts labouring on big cuts, deep drilling, and heavy site work.

If you're ripping wet timber, punching big holes, or running grinders all day, Makita's 80V XGT platform gives you the torque and runtime to stay moving without cooking tools or swapping batteries every five minutes. Pick the bare tools if you're already on XGT, or go kit-first if you're starting fresh.

What Jobs Are Makita 80V Tools Used For?

  • Ripping and cross-cutting thicker timber all day on first fix where smaller saws start bogging down and burning blades.
  • Heavy drilling and hole-saw work through dense materials when you need steady power without stalling or constantly swapping packs.
  • Grinding and cutting metal on refurb and structural jobs where you want corded-like pull but without dragging leads through dust and water.
  • High-demand outdoor and site clearance work where runtime matters and the kit needs to keep going through rough conditions.

Choosing the Right Makita 80V Kit

Sorting the right one is simple: buy Makita 80V for the jobs that punish smaller platforms, not just because it looks bigger in the van.

1. XGT 80V Max is a platform choice

If you're already running Makita XGT, stick with it and buy body-only tools to keep costs down. If you're not on XGT yet, start with a kit so you've got the right chargers and enough battery to make the step up worthwhile.

2. Match the tool to the duty cycle

If it's occasional big work, you can get away with one tool and a couple of packs. If it's daily cutting, drilling, or grinding, plan for spare batteries so you're not stood waiting for charge when the job's on.

3. Be honest about weight and access

Makita 80V kit is built for output, and that can mean more weight and bulk. If you're working overhead, up ladders, or in tight risers, check the tool size and balance before you commit to the biggest option.

Makita 80V FAQs

Is Makita 80V the same thing as Makita XGT?

Makita 80V Max refers to the higher-power end of the Makita XGT platform. In practice, you are buying into XGT tools and batteries, aimed at heavier load work than typical 18V kit.

Will Makita 80V replace my 18V tools?

Not always. Makita 80V makes sense for high-demand cutting, drilling, and grinding where 18V starts to struggle, but 18V is often lighter and handier for day-to-day fixing, overhead work, and tight access.

Do I need more than one battery for Makita 80V tools?

For proper site use, yes. One battery will get you going, but if you are running high-draw tools you will want at least one spare charging so you are not waiting around mid-task.

Are Makita 80V tools heavier than 18V?

Generally, yes. You are getting more output and that usually means a bigger tool and battery, so it is worth thinking about how much of your work is overhead, up ladders, or in awkward positions before going all-in.

Should I buy body only or a kit?

Buy body only if you already own XGT batteries and a charger. If you are new to the platform, start with a kit so you have enough battery and the right charger to actually use the tool properly from day one.

Who Are Makita 80V Tools For on Site?

  • Chippies and roofers who spend the day on saws and want the extra shove for bigger sections without the tool feeling on the edge.
  • Steel fixers, fabricators, and maintenance fitters running grinders and cutters for long stretches where 18V can start to feel flat.
  • Groundworkers and site teams who need cordless power that holds up on dirty, stop-start jobs without babysitting batteries.

The Basics: Understanding Makita 80V XGT

Makita 80V Max is part of the XGT range and is aimed at higher-demand work where you want cordless freedom without the tool feeling strained. Here's what matters on site.

1. It is built for higher load jobs

The point of stepping up to Makita 80V is keeping power consistent when you are pushing bigger blades, deeper holes, or longer cuts, so you are not nursing the trigger to stop it stalling.

2. Battery planning is part of the purchase

These tools earn their keep when you have enough battery to rotate through a shift. One pack is fine for snagging, but for full-day graft you want spares charging so the tool is always ready.

Makita 80V Accessories That Keep You Working

The right add-ons stop downtime and keep the platform earning on long, high-load jobs.

1. Spare XGT Batteries

A second or third battery is what turns Makita 80V into an all-day setup, so you are not downing tools while a pack crawls back up on charge.

2. Fast Charger

If you are running saws or grinders hard, a faster charger keeps the rotation going and stops the usual end-of-day queue of dead batteries in the cabin.

3. Correct Blades, Discs, and Bits for the Tool

High-power tools show up cheap consumables fast, so fit the right spec blades and discs for the material to avoid burning, glazing, and wasted time on rework.

Shop Makita 80V at ITS

Whether you need one Makita 80V bare tool to add to your XGT setup or you are building a full high-power kit with batteries and chargers, we stock the range ready for proper site use. It is all held in our own warehouse, in stock and ready for next day delivery.

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Makita 80V XGT

Makita 80V tools are for when 18V kit starts labouring on big cuts, deep drilling, and heavy site work.

If you're ripping wet timber, punching big holes, or running grinders all day, Makita's 80V XGT platform gives you the torque and runtime to stay moving without cooking tools or swapping batteries every five minutes. Pick the bare tools if you're already on XGT, or go kit-first if you're starting fresh.

What Jobs Are Makita 80V Tools Used For?

  • Ripping and cross-cutting thicker timber all day on first fix where smaller saws start bogging down and burning blades.
  • Heavy drilling and hole-saw work through dense materials when you need steady power without stalling or constantly swapping packs.
  • Grinding and cutting metal on refurb and structural jobs where you want corded-like pull but without dragging leads through dust and water.
  • High-demand outdoor and site clearance work where runtime matters and the kit needs to keep going through rough conditions.

Choosing the Right Makita 80V Kit

Sorting the right one is simple: buy Makita 80V for the jobs that punish smaller platforms, not just because it looks bigger in the van.

1. XGT 80V Max is a platform choice

If you're already running Makita XGT, stick with it and buy body-only tools to keep costs down. If you're not on XGT yet, start with a kit so you've got the right chargers and enough battery to make the step up worthwhile.

2. Match the tool to the duty cycle

If it's occasional big work, you can get away with one tool and a couple of packs. If it's daily cutting, drilling, or grinding, plan for spare batteries so you're not stood waiting for charge when the job's on.

3. Be honest about weight and access

Makita 80V kit is built for output, and that can mean more weight and bulk. If you're working overhead, up ladders, or in tight risers, check the tool size and balance before you commit to the biggest option.

Makita 80V FAQs

Is Makita 80V the same thing as Makita XGT?

Makita 80V Max refers to the higher-power end of the Makita XGT platform. In practice, you are buying into XGT tools and batteries, aimed at heavier load work than typical 18V kit.

Will Makita 80V replace my 18V tools?

Not always. Makita 80V makes sense for high-demand cutting, drilling, and grinding where 18V starts to struggle, but 18V is often lighter and handier for day-to-day fixing, overhead work, and tight access.

Do I need more than one battery for Makita 80V tools?

For proper site use, yes. One battery will get you going, but if you are running high-draw tools you will want at least one spare charging so you are not waiting around mid-task.

Are Makita 80V tools heavier than 18V?

Generally, yes. You are getting more output and that usually means a bigger tool and battery, so it is worth thinking about how much of your work is overhead, up ladders, or in awkward positions before going all-in.

Should I buy body only or a kit?

Buy body only if you already own XGT batteries and a charger. If you are new to the platform, start with a kit so you have enough battery and the right charger to actually use the tool properly from day one.

Who Are Makita 80V Tools For on Site?

  • Chippies and roofers who spend the day on saws and want the extra shove for bigger sections without the tool feeling on the edge.
  • Steel fixers, fabricators, and maintenance fitters running grinders and cutters for long stretches where 18V can start to feel flat.
  • Groundworkers and site teams who need cordless power that holds up on dirty, stop-start jobs without babysitting batteries.

The Basics: Understanding Makita 80V XGT

Makita 80V Max is part of the XGT range and is aimed at higher-demand work where you want cordless freedom without the tool feeling strained. Here's what matters on site.

1. It is built for higher load jobs

The point of stepping up to Makita 80V is keeping power consistent when you are pushing bigger blades, deeper holes, or longer cuts, so you are not nursing the trigger to stop it stalling.

2. Battery planning is part of the purchase

These tools earn their keep when you have enough battery to rotate through a shift. One pack is fine for snagging, but for full-day graft you want spares charging so the tool is always ready.

Makita 80V Accessories That Keep You Working

The right add-ons stop downtime and keep the platform earning on long, high-load jobs.

1. Spare XGT Batteries

A second or third battery is what turns Makita 80V into an all-day setup, so you are not downing tools while a pack crawls back up on charge.

2. Fast Charger

If you are running saws or grinders hard, a faster charger keeps the rotation going and stops the usual end-of-day queue of dead batteries in the cabin.

3. Correct Blades, Discs, and Bits for the Tool

High-power tools show up cheap consumables fast, so fit the right spec blades and discs for the material to avoid burning, glazing, and wasted time on rework.

Shop Makita 80V at ITS

Whether you need one Makita 80V bare tool to add to your XGT setup or you are building a full high-power kit with batteries and chargers, we stock the range ready for proper site use. It is all held in our own warehouse, in stock and ready for next day delivery.

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