Tuesday, November 4, 2025

MAKITA RELEASES NEW COMPACT WET/DRY VAC ON THE XGT® PLATFORM

New 2-gallon vacuum is a portable solution for janitorial, industrial cleaning, dust management and more

Makita has released the new 40V max XGT® 2 Gallon HEPA Filter Portable Wet/Dry Dust Extractor/Vacuum (GCV14), which is a compact Wet/Dry Handheld Canister Vacuum/Dust Extractor for janitorial and industrial construction cleaning and dust management.

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® 2 Gallon HEPA Filter Portable Wet/Dry Dust Extractor/Vacuum (GCV14), which is a compact Wet/Dry Handheld Canister Vacuum/Dust Extractor for janitorial and industrial construction cleaning and dust management.
 
“Makita goes deep in the vacuum and dust extraction category, and the new XGT vacuum combines efficient cleaning with portability in a compact size,” said Wayne Hart, sr. communications manager, Makita U.S.A., Inc. “This versatile vacuum has wet and dry capability, includes a HEPA filter for efficient dust extraction, and quickly converts from a vacuum to a blower. This compact vacuum is an ideal cleaning solution for a wide range of users.”
 
More Suction Power
The new Dust Extractor/Vacuum features over 75% more suction power with 102 CFM, 60" water lift, and up to 60% lower noise than the 18V LXT® Wet/Dry Dust Extractor/Vacuum (XCV11) . The Vacuum delivers over 3 hours of continuous run time on Low and delivers up to 35 minutes on High when running one XGT® 40V 8.0Ah battery (BL4080F, sold separately).
 
Accessories
The GCV14 includes additional accessories for efficient cleaning, including the Wet Filter (1915T4-4), a Paper Filter Bag Set, 10-pack (1915W3-3), a Shoulder Strap (199486-4), and a 7" Black Crevice Nozzle (4132U6-2). Also available (but sold separately) is the Caster Wheel Set (4) (1915G5-1) which allows the GCV14 to be rolled around the floor for maximum convenience.
 
Convenience Features
Convenience features include a handle on top of the tool that stores out of the way and provides increased comfort during transport, an on-board hose and nozzle storage allow for easy and convenient transport, as well as a quick-release latch for easy removal and disposal of debris from canister. It also features integrated tethering hooks for increased portability with shoulder strap included (part no.199486-4) for convenient carrying.
 
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® 2 Gallon HEPA Filter Portable Wet/Dry Dust Extractor/Vacuum (GCV14)
Container Size
2 Gallon
Air Flow Rate:
102 CFM
Static Water Lift:
60"
Continuous Use (max, in minutes):
120 min.
Battery:
40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion
Filter Cleaning: 
Yes
HEPA filter: 
Yes
Equipped Filter Efficiency: 
99.97% of .3 microns
Working Sound Level: 
75 dB(A)
Net Weight (with battery): 
11 lbs.
Power Type: 
Cordless
Motor Type:
Brushless
 
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 Dust Extractor/Vacuum features over 75% more suction power with 102 CFM, 60" water lift, and up to 60% lower noise than the 18V LXT® Wet/Dry Dust Extractor/Vacuum (XCV11)

The GCV14 includes additional accessories for efficient cleaning, including the Wet Filter (1915T4-4), a Paper Filter Bag Set, 10-pack (1915W3-3), a Shoulder Strap (199486-4), and a 7" Black Crevice Nozzle (4132U6-2).

The Vacuum delivers over 3 hours of continuous run time on Low and delivers up to 35 minutes on High when running one XGT® 40V 8.0Ah battery (BL4080F, sold separately).

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