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18V LXT · Brushless Makita DTS141 18V LXT Brushless Oil Pulse Impact Driver (Body Only, MakPac)
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Makita DTS141 18V LXT Brushless Oil Pulse Impact Driver (Body Only, MakPac)

40Nm3-speed0.9kg bare3 years (with registration)

18V LXT brushless oil-pulse driver, much quieter than a standard impact driver. 40Nm, 3 speeds, 0–3,200rpm, 0–2,700ipm, 1/4in hex, XPT, LED. Body only, MakPac.

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40Nm
Max torque
3,200rpm
Max speed
0.9kg
Weight (bare)
1/4" Hex (6.35mm)
Bit holder

Where it sits among impact drivers

Against the 39 impact drivers we list. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.

Max torque40Nm
40Nm lowestThis onehighest 282NmDeWalt DCF860
Impacts per minute2,700
2,700 lowestThis onehighest 6,300Milwaukee M18 FIDRQ
Max speed3,200rpm
2,500rpm lowestMakita DTD156highest 3,900rpmMilwaukee M18 FID3
Weight (bare)0.9kg
0.76kg lightestMakita TD111Dheaviest 1.2kgBosch EXDX 18V-210

Full specs

From Makita's own documentation. Checked 25/09/2026. Report a spec error ›

Performance

Max torque40 Nm
Torque settings3-speed electronic
Speed settings3
No-load speed0–1200 / 2000 / 3200
Impacts per minute2,700
MotorBrushless
Impact mechanismHydraulic (oil-pulse)
Voltage18V
Bit holder1/4" Hex (6.35mm)

Physical & Build

Weight (bare)0.9 kg
Weight (with battery)1.54 kg
LED work light✓ Yes
Case typeMakPac
Case included✓ Yes
Noise level80 dB(A) LpA / 88 dB(A) LwA
Vibration7 m/s²
The verdictOur take

The DTS141 is a different kind of driver: an oil-pulse mechanism makes it far quieter (80 dB(A) against 97 for the DTD158) at the cost of torque, just 40Nm. It suits screw driving indoors and in occupied homes, not bolts or long coach screws.

Powered by Makita 18V LXT · 7

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

BL1820B 2.0Ah · 36Wh 0.38kg 1.28kg from £49.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1830B 3.0Ah · 54Wh 0.64kg 1.54kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1840B 4.0Ah · 72Wh 0.64kg 1.54kg from £69.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1850B 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.63kg 1.53kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1860B 6.0Ah · 108Wh 0.66kg 1.56kg from £79.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1890 9.0Ah · 162Wh 0.97kg 1.87kg from £119.98at Machine Mart + £4.99 delivery View at Machine Mart ›
BL18120 12.0Ah · 216Wh 1.3kg 2.2kg 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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