When did the first Makita cordless drill come out?

1978
1978 First Cordless Power Tool After 10 years of design and testing to ensure quality, Makita introduced its first 7.2V Cordless Drill in 1978. Significant investments in research and development resulted in increased power and run time, shortened charging time and longer tool life.

When did Makita LXT come out?

5.7 lbs. 5.7 lbs. Since its introduction on October 3, 2005, Makita’s LXT Series featuring 18V Lithium-Ion Battery Technology has been providing the professional end-user with more work solutions.

When did Makita brushless come out?

2003
Makita was first with brushless tools for assembly in 2003. Then Makita was first with a brushless impact driver for contractors in 2009. Based on recent published reviews, Makita LXT Brushless is also “first” in the eyes of key press.

When did Makita start making drills?

In April 1969, they introduced the 6500D battery-powered drill (the first rechargeable power tool). In December 1978, they launched the 6010D rechargeable drill (the first nickel cadmium battery tool).

What year was the first cordless drill?

1961
In 1961 Black & Decker designed and manufactured the first cordless power tool. This drill was powered by a rechargeable nickel cadmium (NiCad) battery. 2 years later Martin Marietta Corporation contracted Black & Decker to design tools for NASA’s space exploration programme.

What year did cordless drills come out?

Bosch launched the Brute breaker hammer in 1950, and the company introduced its first cordless drill in 1978.

Is the Makita LXT Brushless?

The expansive breadth-of-line of the Makita LXT System means an 18-volt battery from any LXT tool will power the 18-volt Sub-Compact driver-drill and impact driver.” Both tools feature brushless motors purpose-built for the product and related applications, combining power and efficiency in a more compact size.

How old is Makita tool?

It all started with the motor over 100 years ago. Makita Corporation was founded in 1915 as an electric motor sales and repair company. Today, as a global brand in over 40 countries, Makita is an innovation leader, manufacturing best-in-class products at 10 plants operating in 8 countries.

Who made the first brushless drill?

One of the market leaders in power tools, Bosch have been trading since the beginning! In 1932 came the breaker hammer,1961 brought the first cordless drill, 2004 brushless motors on a power tool and 2005 the introduction of lithium ion batteries!

What is the most powerful Makita impact?

The impact wrenches are powered by a Makita-built brushless motor for longer run time. The brushless motor delivers 520 ft. lbs….The XWT17 and XWT18 are the most powerful impact wrenches in their class.

Model	XWT17T	XWT17Z
Net Weight (with Battery)	6 lbs. (with battery)	4.4 lbs.

When were cordless drills introduced?

What year was the cordless drill invented?

Many recognize Black and Decker as the first creator of the cordless drill in 1961. These cordless drills were largely marketed to industrial and commercial companies. However, there are those who would say that it was Makita who was responsible for the first cordless drill design in 1978.