The Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless ½” Driver-Drill (model XFD01) delivers power, performance and improved ergonomics in a compact size for a full range of drilling and driving applications. It’s part of Makita’s expanding 18V Lithium-Ion series, the world’s largest cordless tool line-up powered by an 18V Lithium-Ion slide-style battery. Makita 18V Lithium-Ion batteries have the fastest charge times in their categories, so they spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger. For improved tool performance and extended battery life, Makita created Star Protection Computer Controls™. Star Protection is communication technology that allows the Star Protection-equipped tool and battery to exchange data in real time and monitor conditions during use to protect against overloading, over-discharging and overheating. For increased versatility, the tool can also be powered by Makita 18V LXT® and Compact Lithium-Ion batteries with the star symbol on the battery indicating Star Protection inside. The XFD01 is powered by a Makita-built 4-pole motor with bigger front end ball bearings, and delivers 480 in.lbs. of Max Torque and 290 in.lbs. of PTI Torque. The planetary gear system and transmission is engineered for increased durability in a more compact size, so the XFD01 is only 7-9/16” long and weighs 3.8 lbs. (with battery). The XFD01 has 16 clutch settings and a 2-speed all-metal transmission (0-400/0-1,500 RPM) to cover a wide range of applications. The improved ergonomic design with a new rubberized soft grip delivers increased comfort on the job, and the built-in L.E.D. light illuminates the drilling surface for applications in dark spaces and close quarters. The XFD01 is engineered for a range of drilling and driving applications, and is ideal for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, remodeling, woodworking, and more. The combination of power and performance in a compact size makes it ideal for any tool user who requires a best-in-class engineered cordless driver-drill.