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Tuesday, November 4, 2025

MAKITA RELEASES NEW 4-SPEED IMPACT DRIVER FOR THE XGT® PLATFORM

New high-torque tool gives the user a compact size with high fastening power

Makita has released the new 40V max XGT® 4-Speed Impact Driver (GDT04), giving the user compact fastening power while delivering up to 2,040 in.lbs. of max torque with 4 Speed Settings and Tightening Mode.

November 4, 2025, La Mirada, CA – Makita U.S.A., Inc., manufacturer of high-quality professional tools, power equipment, and accessories, has released the new 40V max XGT® 4-Speed Impact Driver (GDT04), giving the user compact fastening power, while delivering up to 2,040 in.lbs. of max torque with 4 Speed Settings and Tightening Mode.
 
“The new XGT Impact Driver truly combines power and precision,” said Wayne Hart, sr. communications manager, Makita U.S.A., Inc. “It has a range of precision fastening modes including 4 speeds and specific settings for tap con screws, long fasteners and more. And it’s backed up by over 2,000 inch-pounds of torque. The GDT04 is engineered for a full range of fastening applications.”
 
Max Torque and Speed Settings
The new 40V max XGT® 4-Speed Impact Driver (GDT04) gives the user compact fastening power, while delivering up to 2,040 in.lbs. of max torque with 4 Speed Settings and Tightening Mode, allowing it to outpower similar models in heavy load applications. It features digitally controlled modes for a wide variety of applications, including speed control and tightening modes to prevent sheet metal screw stripping.
Convenience Features
Convenience features include built-in L.E.D. light that help eliminate shadows and illuminate a larger area, a length of only 5-3/8" making it ideal for working in tight spaces, and a weight of only 4.0 lbs with battery for reduced operator fatigue.
 
Makita® XGT® System
XGT® is a system of equipment, tools, batteries and chargers utilizing 40V max lithium-ion batteries. XGT® is engineered to deliver high power to take on high-demand applications, allowing users to completely transition to a cordless job site. XGT® is equipped with advanced brushless motor engineering, intelligent digital communication, and superior durability features to outpower, outsmart and outlast the rest.
 
Specifications
 
Description
40V max XGT® High Torque 4-Speed Impact Driver (GDT04)
Hex Shank: 
1/4"
No Load Speed (var. 4 spd.): 
0 - 1,200 / 0 - 2,100 / 0 - 3,000 / 0 - 3,900 RPM
Impacts Per Minute (var. 4 spd.): 
0 - 1,900 / 0 - 3,100 / 0 - 3,600 / 0 - 3,900 IPM
Maximum Torque (in.lbs.): 
2,040 in.lbs.
Speed power selection: 
4
Overall Length: 
5-3/8"
System: 
40V max XGT®
 
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 Twitter @makitatools.
 
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The new 40V max XGT® 4-Speed Impact Driver (GDT04) gives the user 4 Speed Settings and Tightening Mode, allowing it to outpower similar models in heavy load applications.

The GDT20 features digitally controlled modes for a wide variety of applications, including speed control and tightening modes to prevent sheet metal screw stripping.

Convenience features include an L.E.D. light that helps eliminate shadows and illuminate a larger area, a length of only 5-3/8" making it ideal for working in tight spaces, and a weight of only 4.0 lbs with battery for reduced operator fatigue.

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