About Makita

Makita Corporation was founded in 1915 as an electric motor sales and repair company. Today, as a global brand in over 46 countries, Makita is an innovation leader, manufacturing best-in-class tools. The unmatched quality and durability of Makita products is driven by the company’s strong research and development capabilities, and have earned the trust of professional users worldwide. Arriving in New Zealand in 1961, Makita has since established itself as the major force in the New Zealand Power Tool market, with its network of dealers covering the entire country. Every day, on jobsites around the world, Makita’s leading technology gives tool users unmatched power, performance and durability.

Makita Cordless Innovation

Tool users who unplug the cord with Makita 18V LXT experience new levels of convenience, efficiency and productivity. Makita’s leading technology gives tool users unmatched performance, with innovation in motor and battery technology that is setting new industry standards – and leaving old thinking behind. With one of the world’s largest 18V cordless tool collections and fast-charging, high amp-hour batteries, Makita is the choice of both professionals and DIYers alike.

Rule The Outdoors

Get the job done with lawn mowers, line trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, hedge trimmers, and other tools. Each piece of equipment eliminates the hassles of gas, offering lower noise, reduced maintenance and zero emissions. Experience new levels of efficiency and productivity with Makita’s cordless power equipment.

The LXT® Advantage

The LXT® Advantage system provides you with the most advanced, durable and dependable 18V products on the market. Our fast-charging LXT® batteries, Rapid Optimum Charger, industry-leading brushless motors, and Star Protection Computer Controls work together to create the LXT® Advantage system. Designed to deliver unmatched performance.

5 Year Extended Warranty

Makita Power Tools and Accessories are manufactured to the highest quality standards and are thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. Register your product below from the date of purchase, so that even if something does go wrong, you're covered.