The Makita XT617T 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 6-Pc. Combo Kit (5.0Ah) is a complete set of cordless tools for drilling, driving, fastening, cutting, and grinding. This is a cordless combo kit designed for contractors and serious DIYers who want a full brushless tool lineup on one 18V battery platform. Model number XT617T.

The kit includes a brushless 1/2-inch hammer driver-drill (XPH14Z), a brushless Quick-Shift Mode 4-speed impact driver (XDT20Z), a brushless recipro saw (XRJ05Z), a brushless 6-1/2-inch circular saw (XSH03Z), a brushless 4-1/2 / 5-inch cut-off/angle grinder (XAG04Z), and an LED flashlight (DML815), along with two 18V LXT 5.0Ah batteries, a Rapid Optimum Charger, and a tool bag.

The hammer driver-drill has variable 2-speed operation (0-550 and 0-2,100 RPM) and delivers 1,250 in.lbs. of max torque at 6.0 lbs. with battery. The impact driver offers 4-speed power selection up to 3,600 RPM and 3,800 IPM with 1,590 in.lbs. of max torque at only 3.4 lbs. with battery.

For cutting, the recipro saw delivers 0-2,300 and 0-3,000 strokes per minute with a 1-1/4-inch stroke length, and the 6-1/2-inch circular saw runs at 5,000 RPM with a 2-1/4-inch cutting capacity at 90 degrees and 0 to 50 degree bevel capacity. The cut-off/angle grinder runs at 8,500 RPM and features Automatic Speed Change technology that adjusts speed and torque during operation. The LED flashlight provides 160 lumens with a 12-position head.

Makita-built brushless motors are electronically controlled to optimize battery energy use for up to 50 percent longer run time per charge, eliminate carbon brushes so the motors run cooler, and match torque and RPM to the changing demands of the application. Extreme Protection Technology improves dust and water resistance, and Star Protection Computer Controls protect against overloading, over-discharging, and overheating.

The 18V LXT 5.0Ah BL1850B batteries have a built-in charge level indicator, provide up to 65 percent more run time per charge compared to the BL1830, and reach full charge in 45 minutes or less. The Rapid Optimum Charger has a built-in fan to cool the battery for faster charging and communicates with the battery to actively control current, voltage, and temperature.

This kit is a strong starting point for general contractors, remodelers, and maintenance pros building out a Makita 18V LXT lineup, and for homeowners who want one kit that handles nearly every project.

A Full Brushless Lineup in One Box

The Makita XT617T covers drilling, driving, cutting, and grinding with five brushless tools and two 5.0Ah batteries.

• Who it's for: Contractors and homeowners building a Makita 18V LXT tool lineup from scratch.
• Why it stands out: Five brushless tools, a light, two 5.0Ah batteries, and a fan-cooled rapid charger in one kit.
• Worth knowing: Two batteries for six tools means you will want extra 18V LXT packs if several tools run at once on the jobsite.

• Which tools are included? Hammer driver-drill (XPH14Z), impact driver (XDT20Z), recipro saw (XRJ05Z), 6-1/2 in. circular saw (XSH03Z), 4-1/2 / 5 in. cut-off/angle grinder (XAG04Z), and LED flashlight (DML815).
• How many batteries come with the kit? Two 18V LXT 5.0Ah batteries (BL1850B).
• How fast do the batteries charge? The BL1850B reaches full charge in 45 minutes or less on the included Rapid Optimum Charger.