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18V Twin (36V) · Brushless Makita DHR280ZJ 18V X2 (36V) LXT Brushless SDS+ Rotary Hammer (Body Only, MakPac)
SDS+ Hammer Drills · Makita 18V Twin (36V)

Makita DHR280ZJ 18V X2 (36V) LXT Brushless SDS+ Rotary Hammer (Body Only, MakPac)

Brushless twin 18V LXT (36V) three-mode SDS+ rotary hammer for holes up to 28mm in concrete and core bits to 54mm. AVT, torque limiter, electric brake and LED light.

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2.8J
Impact energy
28mm
Max hole, concrete
5,000bpm
Impact rate
3.2kg
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 energy2.8J
Max hole, concrete28mm
Impacts per minute5,000
Weight (bare)3.2kg
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 energy2.8 J
Measured to EPTA✓ Yes
Impact rate5,000 bpm
No-load speed0–980
Max hole, concrete28 mm
Best range, concrete6–20mm
Max core cutter54 mm
Max hole, wood32 mm
Max hole, steel13 mm

Power & Motor

Voltage36V
MotorBrushless

Modes & Handling

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

Physical & Build

Weight (bare)3.2 kg
Weight (with battery)4.48 kg
LED work light✓ Yes
Case typeMakPac
Case modelMakPac Type 4 821552-6
Case included✓ Yes
Noise level96 dB(A) LpA / 104 dB(A) LwA
Vibration (hammer drilling)14.5 m/s²
Vibration (chiselling)10.8 m/s²

Powered by Makita 18V Twin (36V) · 7

All 7 batteries that fit this tool, smallest first.

BL1820B 2.0Ah · 36Wh 0.38kg 3.96kg from £49.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1830B 3.0Ah · 54Wh 0.64kg 4.48kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1840B 4.0Ah · 72Wh 0.64kg 4.48kg from £69.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1850B 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.63kg 4.46kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1860B 6.0Ah · 108Wh 0.66kg 4.52kg from £79.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1890 9.0Ah · 162Wh 0.97kg 5.14kg from £119.98at Machine Mart + £4.99 delivery View at Machine Mart ›
BL18120 12.0Ah · 216Wh 1.3kg 5.8kg 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. It takes two batteries, so each figure includes two packs. 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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