The XWT08Z is Makita's flagship 18V LXT brushless 1/2 in. high-torque impact wrench, producing 740 ft-lbs of fastening torque and 1,180 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque. Three-speed electronic control and a friction ring anvil make it the go-to cordless wrench for iron workers, railroad mechanics, and automotive professionals.
Is the XWT08Z brushless?
Yes, the XWT08Z features Makita's BL brushless motor for longer run time, increased power and speed, and a longer tool life compared to brushed models.
What is the max torque on the XWT08Z?
The XWT08Z delivers 740 ft-lbs of fastening torque and 1,180 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque — making it one of the highest-torque 18V cordless impact wrenches available.
What are the 3 speed settings on the XWT08Z?
The XWT08Z offers 3-speed selection at 0-900, 0-1,000, and 0-1,800 RPM with corresponding IPM settings of 0-1,800, 0-2,000, and 0-2,200.
What battery does the XWT08Z use?
The XWT08Z accepts any Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion battery. For a complete kit with 5.0Ah batteries, see the XWT08T.
How does the XWT08Z compare to the XWT04Z?
The XWT08Z is the brushless high-torque upgrade with 740 ft-lbs versus the XWT04Z's 325 ft-lbs. The XWT08Z also adds 3-speed control and delivers significantly more power for heavy industrial and automotive applications.
# Makita 18V LXT Brushless Cordless High-Torque 1/2 in. Sq. Drive Impact Wrench (Tool Only) **Model:** `XWT08Z` **Brand:** Makita **Category:** Impact Wrench > The XWT08Z is Makita's flagship 18V LXT brushless 1/2 in. high-torque impact wrench, producing 740 ft-lbs of fastening torque and 1,180 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque. Three-speed electronic control and a friction ring anvil make it the go-to cordless wrench for iron workers, railroad mechanics, and automotive professionals. ## Specifications | Attribute | Value | |---|---| | Product Type | Impact Wrench | | Voltage | 18 | | Platform | LXT | | Drive Size In | 0.5 | | Max Torque (ft-lbs) | 740 | | Nut Busting Torque Ft Lbs | 1,180 | | Max Ipm | 2,200 | | No-Load Speed (RPM) | 0-900/0-1000/0-1800 | | Brushless | Yes | | Tool Only | Yes | | Battery Included | No | | Charger Included | No | | Weight (lbs) | 7.9 | | Warranty | 3-year limited | | Barcode (UPC) | | ## What's Included - impact wrench Source: https://www.jaspecs.com/makita/impact-wrench/xwt08z-makita-18v-lxt-brushless-1-2-in-impact-wrench-tool-only/