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Makita ct226 Review – 12V Max CXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 2-Pc

Makita CT226 12V max Cordless Combo Kit

Often, we have seen that we can’t reach a place with our regular power corded drilling tools. Portable Makita drill set, CT226 comes with a solution. You don’t need any cord to run this tool kit set. So, you can assume that this set is not as powerful as the corded ones. Will this cordless drill set be able to help you in your entire drilling job? You will get a drilling machine and an impact driver in this Makita CT226 drill set. What else can you ask for when you get both the drilling machine and impact driver in a set? Let’s check out what and how this driver set can help a user.

Whom is Makita CT226 12V Max Cordless Combo Kit for?

Often, we have seen that we can’t reach a place with our regular power corded drilling tools. Portable Makita drill set, CT226 comes with a solution. You don’t need any cord to run this tool kit set. So, you can assume that this set is not as powerful as the corded ones. Will this cordless drill set be able to help you in your entire drilling job? You will get a drilling machine and an impact driver in this Makita CT226 drill set. What else can you ask for when you get both the drilling machine and impact driver in a set? Let’s check out what and how this driver set can help a user.

Makita Drill CT226 Explained

Makita Drill CT226 is a complete set of the driver. You are getting a 3/8ʺ driver and a 1/4ʺ impact driver in this set. It’s true this size is not ideal to drive in for any kind of drilling. You can use sockets to match with all sized screws. The sockets can help you to drive in any size screw in a wood piece or in the hard concretes. With the kit you get all the required accessories to run the tools successfully. 2 Li ion battery with the tool gives you the flexibility to drive both tools at a time. In the bag, Makita provides the very much required charger. You can’t miss the charger anyhow to get ready the lithium-ion battery that comes with the set.

These Makita 12v drills are able to help you to give the best effort in your wood projects. The lithium battery with the set lasts for long to make your entire drilling possible in a single charge. If your job is for long hours, these Makita cordless tools won’t be able to support you throughout the day.

Specifications

  • Product Dimensions 11.3ʺ x 16.8ʺ x 6ʺ
  • Item Weight 9.6 lbs.
  • ItemWeight CT226
  • Voltage 12 volts
  • Batteries 1 lithium ion batteries. (included)
  • Included Components 12V CXT Cordless Lithium-Ion 3/8-inch Driver Drill (FD05), 12V CXT Cordless
  • Lithium-Ion 1/4-inch Impact Driver (DT03), (2) 12V Max CXT Lithium-Ion 1.5Ah Batteries, 12V Max CXT
  • Lithium-Ion Battery Charger (DC10WD) & Tool Bag
  • Warranty 3 years

Pros

  • A complete set of driver drill and impact drill
  • 2 variable speed from both the driver drill and impact drill
  • Great speed and torque from all the tools
  • Ergonomic handles help to push hard and for long hours
  • All the tools are lightweight which is helpful for a worker

Cons

  • Can’t do all day drilling with this kind of tool

Our Remarks

Makita tools have proved themselves many times. This Makita drill set is just another example of quality and power. These Makita cordless drill and Makita impact driver both work great though don’t use the electricity supply. The Makita battery with the tool supports a user for about 200 drilling which is really awesome. You can’t ask for this kind of service from many of the cordless drill machines. No doubt, you will enjoy your drilling and screw driving in a great way.

FAQ

Question : What voltage is essential to run the charger?
Answer : They are the same. The charger works with the standard US 120v outlet. It will not work in a 240v outlet.

Question : Does this portable driver in this kit have LED lights?
Answer : Yes, these portable kits come with the LED lights. Whenever you press the trigger with the finger, the light gets on. It will help you a lot to work in dark places.

Question : Am I getting the brushless motor in this toolkit?
Answer : No, we are sorry that you are not getting the brushless motor in this toolkit.

About the author

Randall Glenn

A Certified Hand and Power Tools Technician

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