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18V LXT Makita DHR165ZJ 18V LXT SDS+ Rotary Hammer (Body Only, MakPac)
SDS+ Hammer Drills · Makita 18V LXT

Makita DHR165ZJ 18V LXT SDS+ Rotary Hammer (Body Only, MakPac)

Small 18V LXT SDS+ rotary hammer for holes up to 16mm in concrete and core bits to 35mm. Two modes, rotation only and hammering with rotation, with a torque limiter and LED light.

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1.3J
Impact energy
16mm
Max hole, concrete
5,300bpm
Impact rate
2kg
Weight (bare)

Where it sits among sds+ hammer drills

Against the 124 sds+ hammer drills we list. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.

Impact energy1.3J
Max hole, concrete16mm
Impacts per minute5,300
Weight (bare)2kg
1.5kg lightestEinhell TE-HD 18/12 Liheaviest 6.1kgEinhell RT-RH 32

Full specs

From Makita's own documentation. Checked 06/10/2026. Report a spec error ›

Hammer & Drilling

Chuck systemSDS+
Impact energy1.3 J
Measured to EPTA✓ Yes
Impact rate5,300 bpm
No-load speed0–1,600
Max hole, concrete16 mm
Best range, concrete3.2–10mm
Max core cutter35 mm
Max hole, wood24 mm
Max hole, steel13 mm
Voltage18V

Modes & Handling

ModesRotation only / Hammering with rotation
Drill only (no hammer)✓ Yes
BodyInline or D-handle
Anti-vibration✓ Yes
Anti-vibration systemAnti-vibration handle
Safety clutch✓ Yes

Physical & Build

Weight (bare)2 kg
Weight (with battery)2.64 kg
LED work light✓ Yes
Case typeMakPac
Case included✓ Yes
Noise level89 dB(A) LpA / 97 dB(A) LwA
Vibration (hammer drilling)12.2 m/s²

Powered by Makita 18V LXT · 7

All 7 batteries that fit this tool, smallest first. Kits and chargers ›

BL1820B 2.0Ah · 36Wh 0.38kg 2.38kg from £49.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1830B 3.0Ah · 54Wh 0.64kg 2.64kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1840B 4.0Ah · 72Wh 0.64kg 2.64kg from £69.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1850B 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.63kg 2.63kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1860B 6.0Ah · 108Wh 0.66kg 2.66kg from £79.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1890 9.0Ah · 162Wh 0.97kg 2.97kg from £119.98at Machine Mart + £4.99 delivery View at Machine Mart ›
BL18120 12.0Ah · 216Wh 1.3kg 3.3kg from £129.95at 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 Makita
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