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Tuesday, September 9, 2025

MAKITA EXPANDS CORDLESS NAILER AND STAPLER LINEUP WITH FOUR NEW MODELS

New LXT® Finish Nailers, Brad Nailers, and Stapler give users top performance without the need for compressors or hoses

Makita has released three new Nailers and one new Stapler to add to the expanding lineup of tools on the LXT® platform.

 September 9, 2025, La Mirada, CA – Makita U.S.A., Inc., manufacturer of high-quality professional tools, power equipment, and accessories, has released three new Nailers and one new Stapler to the expanding lineup of tools on the LXT® platform.

 
“Makita is a leader in the Cordless Nailing and Stapling category with multiple pin nailers, finish nailers, framing nailers, staplers, and more on both the XGT® and the LXT® platforms,” said Fernando Serratos product marketing manager, residential construction, Makita U.S.A., Inc. “The LXT® platform continues to expand with the release of three new Nailers and one new Stapler. Pros can reach to Makita tools for a wide range of Nailing and Stapling applications.”
 
The Portability of Cordless, the Power of Pneumatic
Delivering the power of pneumatic and the portability of cordless, the three new Nailers and Stapler will benefit pros in many different industries including fine woodworkers, framers, carpenters, homebuilders, as well as plumbers and electricians. These new tool releases will allow a single contractor, or a team of contractors, to be more efficient by staying on one tool platform for all their needs.
 
More LXT® Tools for Pro Users
The new Nailers and Stapler will add new dimensions to the tool arsenal of professional framers, carpenters, homebuilders and more who can now tackle woodworking applications without having to leave the LXT® platform. Installing trim and baseboard, cabinets, soffit and more is now possible for the pro contractor to handle without leaving the platform with this expanded Nailer and Stapler offering for the LXT® System.
 
Nailers and Staplers Available  
 
·         18V LXT® 2-1/2” Straight Finish Nailer (XBN05) Delivers class-leading cordless performance with up to 1.5x faster nailing speeds*.
 AVAILABLE NOW
 
·         18V LXT® 2-1/2” Angled Finish Nailer, 16 Gauge (XNB06) delivers class-leading cordless performance with up to 1.5x faster nailing speeds*.
 AVAILABLE NOW
 
·         18V LXT® 1/4” Narrow Crown Stapler, 18 Gauge (XTS02) delivers class-leading cordless performance with up to 1.25x faster stapling speeds**.
 AVAILABLE SOON
 
·         18V LXT® 2” Brad Nailer, 18 Gauge (XBN04) delivers class-leading cordless performance with up to 2X faster nailing speeds*.
AVAILABLE SOON
 
The new Finish Nailers, Brad Nailer, and Stapler join the two recently released Framing Nailers in the LXT® System.
 
·         LXT® 21° Full Round Head 3 1/2" Framing Nailer (XNB03) drives full-round head nails into dense engineered lumber with power and ease.
 AVAILABLE NOW
 
·         18V LXT® 30° Clipped Head 3 1/2" Framing Nailer (XNB07) rives full-clipped head nails into dense engineered lumber with power and ease.
AVAILABLE NOW
 

*Compared to Makita model 18V LXT® 2" Brad Nailer, 18 Gauge (XNB01Z)
**Compared to the DEWALT 20V MAX* Narrow Crown Stapler, 18 Gauge (DCN681B)
 
Specifications
 
Description
18V LXT® Brushless 2” Brad Nailer, 18 Gauge (XNB04)
Fastening Category:
Brad
Nail Size:
9/16" - 2" (18 ga.)
Maximum Magazine Capacity: 
110
Tool-less depth adjustment: 
Yes
Net Weight (with battery): 
6.1 lbs.
 
Description
18V LXT® Brushless 2-1/2” Straight Finish Nailer, 16 Gauge (XNB05)
Fastening Category:
Finish
Nail Size:
3/4" – 2-1/2" (16 ga.)
Maximum Magazine Capacity: 
110
Tool-less depth adjustment:
Yes
Net Weight (with battery): 
6.6 lbs.
 
Description
18V LXT® Brushless 2-1/2” Angled Finish Nailer, 16 Gauge (XNB06)
Fastening Category:
Finish
Nail Size:
1-1/4" – 2-1/2" (16 ga.)
Maximum Magazine Capacity: 
110
Tool-less depth adjustment: 
Yes
Net Weight (with battery): 
7.61 lbs.
 
Description
18V LXT® Brushless 1/4” Narrow Crown Stapler, 18 Gauge (XTS02)
Fastening Category
Stapler
Staple Leg Length:
3/8" to 1-1/2"
Crown:
1/4”
Maximum Magazine Capacity: 
110
Tool-less depth adjustment: 
Yes
Net Weight (with battery): 
6.3 lbs.
 
 
Makita® LXT® System
The new Nailers and Stapler are all part of Makita’s expanding LXT® system, the world’s largest cordless tool system powered by 18V Lithium-Ion batteries. Makita® 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Batteries have the fastest charge times in their categories, so they spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger.
 
About Makita
Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial power tools, power equipment, pneumatics, and cleaning solutions that offer a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network throughout the U.S.A. With over 50 years in the United States and over 100 years worldwide, Makita utilizes experience and expertise to manufacture best-in-class solutions. For more information about Makita U.S.A. call (800)4-MAKITA or visit makitatools.com. Find Makita on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and X @makitatools.
 
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Delivering the power of pneumatic and the portability of cordless, the three new Nailers and Stapler will benefit pros in many different industries, including fine woodworkers, framers, carpenters, homebuilders, and so many more.

Installing trim and baseboard, cabinets, soffit and more is now possible for the pro contractor to handle without leaving the platform with this expanded Nailer and Stapler offering for the LXT® System.

The new Nailers and Stapler will add new dimensions to the tool arsenal of professional framers, carpenters, homebuilders and more who can now tackle woodworking applications without having to leave the LXT® platform

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