Technical Details
Makita-built 4-pole motor delivers 450 in.lbs. of Max Torque, with a variable 2-speed all metal transmission (0-400 / 0-1, 500 RPM) for a wide range of applications
Compact, ergonomic design; only 8-Inch long and weighs just 3.5-Pound
Built-in L.E.D. light illuminates the work area
Makita LXT lithium-ion battery and energy star rated 15-Minute rapid optimum charger produces 430-Percent total lifetime work with 2.5X more cycles
3-Year warranty on tool; 1-Year warranty on battery and charger
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Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description
The Makita 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2-Inch 
Driver-Drill delivers power and performance in a compact size. The compact driver-drill delivers 450 in.lbs. of Max Torque and 285 in.lbs. of PTI Torque, yet it weighs just 3.5 pounds. And the BDF452HW's 18V compact lithium-ion battery charges in only 15 minutes for less downtime.
By Jeff Shultz "Shultzy" (Wayzata, MN United States)
This new driver/drill from Makita is a great piece of work. I bought this unit just days ago, so this review is just an initial impression.
The BDF452HW is super light, easy to handle and has good power. The batteries are physically small, but still pack 18 volts. The L/I batteries have a very flat run-time curve...they stay full power until right at the end of the charge. They recharge in 15 minutes (for real). Makita seems to have capitalized on the advantages of new battery technology and combined it with a well built, smooth, advanced tool.
If you need brute power or a hammer drill, this is not the drill for you. If you want a medium to medium heavy duty drill, this lightweight beauty is close to perfect. I'll update this after several months of use. Right now, I couldn't be more satisfied.
*Update (04/13/07) After using this drill for several months, I still think it is the best drill/driver in this price/usage range. The batteries are excellent and the available power continues to satisfy me. This drill is lightweight, reliable, feels like quality and has the umph to drill even 2" Rock Maple and drive 2" lag screws into the same Rock Maple with no sweat. After living with it, I'd buy it again! Comment Comments (3) | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)
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3.0 out of 5 stars Great drill -- beware the batteries/charger!, May 29, 2007
By Howard Beale "operation-mobocracy" (Flyoverland, Minnesota) - See all my reviews
I bought this drill in about January or February. The drill itself is great, but something is flakey with either the included 1.5AH batteries or my charger as extended stays in the charger have killed both my batteries (both with and without the charger plugged in!). Makita does not sell 1.5AH batteries, only 3.0AH replacements which are nearly $100 and twice the size of the 1.5AH units.
I'd give this unit 5 stars if the batteries performed as they should have. I'm working with Makita on a battery and charger replacement as this is clearly a problem with this (my?) unit
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