CXS 18 Drill Driver

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18V · Brushless Festool CXS 18-Basic 18V Brushless Drill Driver (Body Only, T-LOC Systainer)

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Festool CXS 18-Basic 18V Brushless Drill Driver (Body Only, T-LOC Systainer)

Name: Festool CXS 18-Basic 18V Brushless Drill Driver (Body Only, T-LOC Systainer)
Brand: Festool
SKU: 577286
Availability: BackOrder

40Nm2-speed1kg bare3 years all-inclusive (with registration)

Festool CXS 18-Basic: compact C-shaped brushless 18V drill driver, 40Nm, 0–1,600rpm, FastFix chuck. Body only in a Systainer.

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40Nm

Max torque

1,600rpm

Max speed

1kg

Weight (bare)

1–10mm

Chuck size

Where it sits among drill drivers

Against the 34 drill drivers we list. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.

Max torque40Nm

30Nm lowestMakita DF033Dhighest 130NmMakita DDF492

Max drilling, wood35mm

20mm lowestMilwaukee M12 BDhighest 76mmMakita DDF492

Max drilling, steel10mm

10mm lowestThis onehighest 15mmDeWalt DCD991

Weight (bare)1kg

0.67kg lightestMakita DF032Dheaviest 2kgMakita DDF492

Compare it with: + Bosch Green AdvancedDrill 18V-80 + Makita DDF490 + Bosch GSR 18V-55 + Einhell TC-CD 18/35 Li

Full specs

From Festool's own documentation. Checked 27/09/2026. Report a spec error ›

Performance

Max torque40 Nm

Speed settings2

No-load speed0–470 / 0–1,600 rpm

Clutch settings13

MotorBrushless

Voltage18V

Trade tierPremium

Chuck & Drilling

Chuck size1–10mm

Chuck typeKeyless (FastFix, CENTROTEC)

Max wood35 mm

Max steel10 mm

Dust Extraction

Extractor auto-startYes (via Bluetooth battery)

Auto-start systemFestool Bluetooth battery (the 'I' packs, e.g. BP 18 Li 4,0 HPC-ASI; not in Basic versions) starts a Bluetooth-equipped Festool CT extractor

Physical & Build

Weight (bare)1 kg

Weight (with battery)1.6 kg

LED work light✓ Yes

Belt clip✓ Yes

Case typeT-LOC Systainer

Case included✓ Yes

Noise level74 dB(A) LpA / 82 dB(A) LwA

Vibration< 2.5 m/s²

The verdictOur take

The Festool CXS 18 is a compact C-shaped brushless 18V drill driver, a 2-speed 40Nm tool reaching 1,600rpm, with a FastFix keyless chuck to 10mm, 13 torque settings and 1.0kg bare. It is built for cabinet making, assembly and fit-out where control and balance matter more than torque, with 35mm in wood. We rate it a refined compact choice for Festool users; the TXS 18 is the same drill in a T-shape, and the TDC 18/4 is the step up at 75Nm.

Powered by Festool 18V · 5

All 5 batteries that fit this tool, smallest first. Kits and chargers ›

BP18Li3.0C 3.0Ah · 54Wh 0.4kg 1.4kg No retailer price yet About this battery ›

BP18Li4.0HPC 4.0Ah · 72Wh 0.6kg 1.6kg from £155.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

BP18TBX4 4.0Ah · 72Wh 0.6kg 1.6kg from £119.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

BP18Li5.0 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.7kg 1.7kg from £172.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

BP18TBX8 8.0Ah · 144Wh 1.0kg 2.0kg from £199.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

Tool weight worked out by adding each pack's weight to the bare tool, using the makers' figures. The maker's own with-battery figure can differ slightly. We may earn a commission on retailer links.

Warranty · 3yr

Up to 3 years1 year as standard, 3 once you register it with Festool

Register in MyFestool within 100 days of purchase for 3 years of free repair, including wear parts such as carbon brushes, bearings and battery packs. Also covers theft replacement for 3 years (excess applies) and 10-year spare-part availability. Not available to dealers, hire companies or resellers. Consumables and accessories are excluded.

Warranty terms are set by the maker and can change. Always confirm current cover on their site before you buy.