Makita XAD03PT 18V X2 LXT Brushless Right Angle Drill Kit
- Maximum Chuck Size: 0.5 Inches
- Power Source: Battery
- Maximum Torque: 469 in-lb
- Maximum Rotational Speed: 1400 rpm
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A 36 volt, 5 amp cordless drill geared for higher-torque work than a standard single-battery drill, best suited to buyers already invested in Makita's battery platform.
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ASIN: B06XDRS5XPModel: XAD03PTCategory: Drills
Overview
The Makita XAD03PT is a cordless drill built on Makita's 36 volt (18Vx2) battery platform, pulling 5 amps and running up to 1400 RPM. That spec combination points to a torque-focused drill rather than a light everyday driver.
Makita's 18V LXT batteries pair into a 36 volt setup on tools like this one, aimed at more torque than a single-battery drill provides. The listed 29 pound weight is far beyond what a handheld drill body alone would weigh, so it most likely reflects a full kit figure rather than the tool by itself.
- 36 volt (18Vx2) Makita battery platform
- 5 amp draw, up to 1400 RPM
- Listed weight of 29 lb, likely a full kit figure
- Model XAD03PT
Who it's for
Users already in the Makita 18V or 36V battery ecosystem who need a higher-torque cordless drill for heavier drilling and driving tasks. It is less suited to anyone wanting the lightest possible single-handed drill.
Pros and cons
- 36 volt platform for higher torque output
- Makita's established cordless battery ecosystem
- Listed 29 lb weight likely reflects full kit
Performance notes
Running on a 36 volt, 5 amp setup at up to 1400 RPM, this drill is built for more torque than an entry-level cordless drill, trading some top-end speed for driving power. The heavier listed weight also suggests a kit built around control and torque rather than portability.
Where it stands among drills
- 5000 mAh battery capacity: longer than 89% of the drills we list.
From the specs of the 318 drills we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | MAKITA |
|---|---|
| Model | XAD03PT |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Maximum Chuck Size | 0.5 Inches |
| Item Weight | 29 poundshigher than 94% of 155 drills |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1400 rpmlower than 58% of 129 drills |
| Speed | 1400 RPM |
| Drilling Capacity Metal | 0.5 inches |
| Drilling Capacity Wood | 6.2 incheshigher than 94% of 126 drills |
| Number Of Speeds | 2 |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAhhigher than 89% of 57 drills |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Maximum Power | 350 wattslower than 60% of 129 drills |
| Amperage | 5 ampslower than 52% of 116 drills |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion (Li-Ion), 5Ah |
| Voltage | 36 voltshigher than 72% of 233 drills |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Metal, Plastic |
| Color | Teal |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | (2) 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 5.0Ah Battery (BL1850B), 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Dual Port Charger (DC18RD), 18V X2 LXT® (36V) Brushless 1/2" Right Angle Drill (XAD03Z), Chuck Key (763251-3), Side Handle (126802-7), Tool Bag (831271-6), Wrench (783204-6) |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 3-year limited warranty on tool, battery and charger |
| Other details | |
| Maximum Torque | 469 in-lbhigher than 71% of 94 drills |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Item Type Name | Makita XAD03PT 18V X2 LXT® Lithium-Ion (36V) Brushless Cordless 1/2" Right Angle Drill Kit (5.0Ah) |
| Additional Features | Brushless Motor |
Closest rivals on specs
DEWALT DCD800B 20V MAX XR Cordless Drill Driver- Voltage 36 vs 20 volts (+80%)
- Maximum Power 350 vs 300 watts (+17%)
Bosch PS21-2A 12V Max Pocket Driver Kit- Voltage 36 vs 12 volts (+200%)
DEWALT DCH172B 20V MAX SDS Plus Rotary Hammer 5/8"- Voltage 36 vs 20 volts (+80%)
- Amperage 5 vs 2 amps (+150%)
- Maximum Power 350 vs 300 watts (+17%)
Frequently asked questions
What battery platform does the XAD03PT use?
It runs on Makita's 36 volt system, built from two 18 volt batteries.
Why is the listed weight so high at 29 pounds?
That figure is far above what a handheld drill body alone would weigh, so it most likely covers the full kit including batteries, charger and case rather than the drill by itself.
How fast does it run?
Up to 1400 RPM at 5 amps, a torque-oriented spec rather than a high-speed one.