Friday, January 03, 2025

MAKITA RELEASES TWO NEW 40V MAX XGT® IMPACT WRENCHES

New Impact Wrenches combine high torque with precision and speed settings

Makita has released two new Impact Wrenches for the XGT® platform including the 4-Speed High-Torque 1/2" Sq. Drive Impact Wrench Kit w/ Friction Ring Anvil (GWT02), and the 4-Speed High-Torque 1/2" Sq. Drive Impact Wrench Kit w/ Detent Anvil (GWT03).

January 3, 2025, La Mirada, CA – Makita U.S.A., Inc., manufacturer of high-quality professional tools, power equipment, and accessories, has released two new 40V max XGT® Impact Wrenches that feature high torque ratings, with the option of either a friction ring anvil or a detent anvil.
 
  
  • GWT02: The 40V max XGT® 4-Speed High-Torque 1/2" Square Drive Impact Wrench Kit with Friction Ring Anvil delivers full-size power with 1,620 ft.lbs. of Nut-Busting Torque and 1,250 ft.lbs. of Fastening Torque.                                                        
  • GWT03: The 40V max XGT® 4-Speed High-Torque 1/2" Square Drive Impact Wrench with Detent Anvil delivers full-size power with 1,180 ft.lbs. of Nut-Busting Torque and 1,000 ft.lbs. of Fastening Torque.

Convenience Features

Convenience features include a full speed mode function that reduces trigger pull to reach full speed, as well as dual L.E.D. lights with one below the anvil and one on the tool’s foot for added illumination in low light environments. Both the GWT02 and the GWT03 feature a flexible joint that isolates the battery from the grip to help reduce wear on the battery contacts, and a reinforced gear housing engineered for maximum job site durability. The Impact Wrenches also features a compact length of only 8-3/8"; ideal for working in tight spaces. 

XGT®: One System of Cordless Equipment and Tools

The new Impact Wrenches are part of Makita XGT®, an expanding system of 40V max and 80V max cordless equipment and tools. XGT® gives users one system, from core handheld tools like drills and impact drivers to equipment-grade products including high-capacity saws, rotary hammers, and power cutters – all powered by 40V max XGT® batteries. The expanding XGT® System will offer 125+ products in 2024. 

 

 

Specifications

Description


40V max XGT® Brushless Cordless 4-Speed High-Torque 1/2" Sq. Drive Impact Wrench Kit w/ Friction Ring Anvil (GWT02)

 


40V max XGT® Brushless Cordless 4-Speed High-Torque 1/2" Sq. Drive Impact Wrench Kit w/ Friction Ring Anvil (GWT02)

 

Form Factor:  

40V max XGT®

40V max XGT®

Square Drive: 

1/2"

1/2"

No Load Speed (var. 4 spd.): 

0 - 850 / 0 - 900 / 0 - 1,000 / 0 - 1,800 RPM

0 - 850 / 0 - 900 / 0 - 1,000 / 0 - 1,800 RPM

Impacts Per Minute (var. 4 spd.):

0 - 1,700 / 0 - 1,800 / 0 - 2,000 / 0 - 2,400 IPM

0 - 1,700 / 0 - 1,800 / 0 - 2,000 / 0 - 2,400 IPM

Nut-Busting Torque (ft.lbs./N•m):

1,620 ft.lbs.

1,180 ft.lbs. 

Fastening Torque:

1,250 ft.lbs. 

1,000 ft.lbs. 

Overall Length: 

8-3/8"

8-3/8"

Net Weight (with battery):

8.6 lbs

8.6 lbs

 

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.

 

 

 

Both the GWT02 and the GWT03 feature a flexible joint that isolates the battery from the grip to help reduce wear on the battery contacts, and a reinforced gear housing engineered for maximum job site durability.

Both the GWT02 and the GWT03 features include a full speed mode function that reduces trigger pull to reach full speed.

Both the GWT02 and the GWT03 feature a reinforced gear housing engineered for maximum job site durability.

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