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18V LXT · Brushless Makita DTW180 18V LXT Brushless 3/8″ Square Impact Wrench (Body Only)
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Makita DTW180 18V LXT Brushless 3/8″ Square Impact Wrench (Body Only)

180Nm2-speed0.87kg bare3 years (with registration)

18V LXT brushless 3/8in compact impact wrench. 180Nm fastening, 310Nm nut-busting, 2 speeds, reverse auto-stop, XPT, LED. Body only.

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180Nm
Max torque
310Nm
Breakaway torque
0.87kg
Weight (bare)
3/8" Square
Square drive

Where it sits among 3/8" drive impact wrenches

Scaled against the 6 impact wrenches with a 3/8" drive we list, so other sizes aren't in the mix. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.

Max torque180Nm
140Nm lowestMakita TW140Dhighest 406NmDeWalt DCF923
Impacts per minute3,600
3,200 lowestMakita TW140Dhighest 4,000Makita DTW302
Weight (bare)0.87kg
0.8kg lightestMakita TW140Dheaviest 1.2kgMilwaukee M18 BIW38
Max speed2,400rpm
2,400rpm lowestThis onehighest 3,200rpmMakita DTW302

Full specs

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

Performance

Max torque180 Nm
Breakaway torque310 Nm
Torque settings2 speeds: 65 / 180 Nm; nut-busting 310 Nm; auto-stop in reverse
Speed settings2
No-load speed0–1300 / 2400
Impacts per minute3,600
MotorBrushless
Impact mechanismStandard
Voltage18V
Square drive3/8" Square

Physical & Build

Weight (bare)0.87 kg
Weight (with battery)1.5 kg
LED work light✓ Yes
Noise level92 dB(A) LpA / 100 dB(A) LwA
Vibration9 m/s²
The verdictOur take

The DTW180 is Makita's compact 3/8in LXT wrench: 180Nm fastening and 310Nm nut-busting in a 144mm body, with an auto-stop that halts once a bolt is loose. It suits engine bays and machinery; the DTW181 is a similar size with a 1/2in drive.

Powered by Makita 18V LXT · 7

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

BL1820B 2.0Ah · 36Wh 0.38kg 1.25kg from £49.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1830B 3.0Ah · 54Wh 0.64kg 1.51kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1840B 4.0Ah · 72Wh 0.64kg 1.51kg from £69.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1850B 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.63kg 1.5kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1860B 6.0Ah · 108Wh 0.66kg 1.53kg from £79.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1890 9.0Ah · 162Wh 0.97kg 1.84kg from £119.98at Machine Mart + £4.99 delivery View at Machine Mart ›
BL18120 12.0Ah · 216Wh 1.3kg 2.17kg 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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