Makita XFD15ZB 18V LXT Sub-Compact Driver Drill

Maximum Chuck Size: 0.5 Inches
Drill Type: Basic Drill
Power Source: Battery
Torque: 350 in-lb

Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A compact, light 18 volt Makita drill sized for everyday use, worth considering for its low weight and small footprint, with the caveat that the amperage figure on the listing should not be taken as a firm performance number.

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ASIN: B09BXZTGR1Model: XFD15ZBCategory: Drills

Overview

The Makita XFD15ZB is a battery powered drill on the 18 volt platform, weighing just under 2 pounds at 31.75 ounces. Its listed dimensions of 6.5 by 8.78 by 8 inches describe a compact tool sized for one handed drilling.

Running at 1700 RPM, this drill is geared more toward driving and general boring work than high torque tasks. The amperage figure listed alongside it reads unusually high for a compact 18 volt tool, and since it is not clarified elsewhere in the data, it should be treated with some caution rather than taken as a precise performance figure. What is solid here is the physical footprint: at under 2 pounds and roughly 8 inches in each dimension, it is built for maneuvering in tight spaces.

18V battery powered
1700 RPM
31.75 oz weight
6.5 x 8.78 x 8 inch footprint

Who it's for

Good for someone who wants a compact, lightweight 18 volt drill for general use around the house or job site. Less suited to anyone needing documented torque specifications for heavy duty boring, since that figure is not clearly given.

Pros and cons

Pros

Light at under 2 pounds for one handed control
Compact footprint suited to tight spaces
Runs on Makita's 18V battery platform

Cons

Amperage figure on the listing looks inconsistent and should not be relied on
No stated torque figure for heavier boring work

Performance notes

At 1700 RPM this drill favors speed over raw torque, which fits general purpose driving and drilling rather than heavy gauge work. Its compact 6.5 by 8.78 by 8 inch footprint and sub 2 pound weight make it easy to control one handed, particularly in overhead or confined spots where a full size drill would be awkward.

Specifications

Dimensions & fit
Brand	MAKITA
Model	XFD15ZB
Maximum Chuck Size	0.5 Inches
Item Weight	1.98 poundslower than 59% of 155 drills
Item Dimensions L X W X H	6.5 × 8.8 × 8 inches
Capacity & performance
Maximum Rotational Speed	1700 rpmhigher than 55% of 129 drills
Speed	1700 RPM
Drilling Capacity Metal	0.5 inches
Drilling Capacity Wood	0.5 incheslower than 50% of 126 drills
Number Of Speeds	2
Power & efficiency
Power Source	Battery
Maximum Power	350 wattslower than 60% of 129 drills
Amperage	18 ampshigher than 94% of 116 drills
Voltage	18 voltslower than 51% of 233 drills
Construction & materials
Material Type	Metal, Plastic
Color	Black
Included components
Unit Count	1
Included Components	Tool Only (battery And Charger Not Included)
Warranty & support
Manufacturer Warranty Description	3 year limited warranty
Other details
Drill Type	Basic Drill
Torque	350 in-lbhigher than 67% of 106 drills
Maximum Torque	350 in-lbhigher than 56% of 94 drills
Is Electric	Yes
Item Type Name	Makita XFD15ZB 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless 1/2" Driver-Drill, Tool Only
Additional Features	Brushless Motor, Variable Speed, LED Light