Makita BHP454 18-Volt LXT 1/2-Inch Lithium-Ion Cordless Hammer Drill Kit

by Makita

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The Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2-Inch Hammer Driver-Drill delivers more torque, more speed and more work to the jobsite. The versatile BHP454 can be run as a driver-drill or a hammer driver-drill, allowing the user to carry just one tool on the job instead of two, replacing the standard driver-drill.

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BHP454 Features POWER - Makita-built 4-pole motor delivers 560 in.lbs. of Max. Torque, and handles concrete, wood or metal CONTROL - 2-speed all metal transmission, easy mode shift and 2 built-in L.E.D. lights COMFORT - Only 4.9 lbs. with ergonomic grip PERFORMANCE - LXT Li-Ion batteries charge in 30 minutes, run longer and deliver 2.5X more cycles INCLUDES - Two 18V LXT Lithium-Ion batteries, rapid charger and case

Tool Specifications Capacities Steel (1/2"), Wood (2-9/16"), Masonry (5/8") No-load speed 0-400, 0-1,700 RPM Blows per minute 0-6, 000, 0-25, 500 BPM Maximum torque 560 in.lbs. PTI torque 360 in.lbs. Battery 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Overall length 9-9/16" Net weight 4.9 lbs. (w/battery)

Makita-Built Motor Engineered for Versatile Power
The BHP454 features a Makita-built four-pole maximum torque motor that delivers 560 in.lbs. of Max Torque and 360 in.lbs. of PTI Torque in a compact size. The BHP454 has a Shift-Lock drive system sleeve that quickly shifts from "hammer drill" to "driver" mode. The two-speed all-metal transmission delivers 0-400 RPM in low speed and 0-1,700 RPM in high, covering a wide range of drilling and driving applications. The BHP454 has 0-6,000 Blows Per Minute (BPM) in low speed and 0-22,500 BPM in high speed for hammer drilling into masonry and concrete.

Ergonomic Design in a Compact Size
The BHP454 weighs just 4.9 pounds with a more compact design at 9-9/16 inches long and an ergonomic shape that fits like a glove for reduced operator fatigue. The BHP454 is also equipped with a built in L.E.D. light that illuminates the work area for more efficient work.

Versatile Design for a Range of Applications
The BHP454's percussive hammer and driver-drill capabilities are a perfect fit for the pro that wants more features. This tool is perfect for a range of applications requiring percussive hammer-drilling, include fastening medium sized anchors, drilling into masonry, and even setting small sized anchors into concrete. The BHP454 will handle a full range of drilling and driving tasks into wood and other materials, and can be utilized in many different areas such as HVAC, woodworking, plumbing, electrical, and more. The combination of high-speed and high-torque makes the BHP454 ideal for any pro contractor who requires a best-in-class engineered cordless hammer driver-drill. The BHP454 is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best in class engineering.

About Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Tool Series
As one of the pioneers driving the cordless tool revolution, Makita changed the game with its breakthrough 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Series. Three years after its debut, Makita's LXT Series has grown from seven to over 35 tools, providing a wide range of cordless solutions for professional tradesmen. Makita also added 18V compact lithium-ion for cordless power in a more compact size. Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion batteries and ENERGY STAR rated Optimum Charging System provide several benefits over old battery technology. When compared to traditional 18V Ni-Cd batteries, Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion batteries have 40% less weight, longer run time, and five-times lower self-discharge to keep cells active and ready to use at any time.

Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion battery delivers 2,000 cycles--2.5X more than Ni-Cd. In addition, built-in shock absorbing features help protect the battery, and 16 firm-holding contact terminals deliver constant high power. During the charging process, a built-in memory chip in the battery communicates with the Optimum Charger for a more efficient charge, extending the battery life. Makita's Optimum Charger is also faster: it will charge an 18V LXT Lithium-Ion battery in just 30 minutes, and an 18V compact lithium-ion battery in only 15 minutes. Makita also offers a Rapid Automotive Charger for 18V LXT and 18V compact lithium-ion batteries that plugs into 12V DC sockets equipped in most automobiles and trucks for added mobility. Makita's growing line of LXT cordless tool solutions features a wide range of industrial-quality power tools, including driver-drills, impact drivers, impact wrenches, saws, grinders, screwguns, rotary hammers, and more. The LXT Series also offers a jobsite radio, rechargeable flashlights, and several different combo kits.

About Makita
Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are more compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit makitatools.com. Makita is Best in Class Engineering.

Warranty
Every Makita Lithium-Ion tool is backed by Makita's 3-Year Warranty that covers repair due to defects in materials or workmanship up to three years from the date of original purchase. Makita Lithium-Ion batteries and chargers have a limited 1-year warranty. Please see makitatools.com for complete details.

What's in the Box
Makita BHP454 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2-Inch Hammer Driver-Drill, two 18V LXT Lithium-Ion batteries, 30-Minute Rapid Optimum Charger, tool belt clip, side handle, depth gauge, bit holder, screwdriver bits, and tool case.

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Product Description

This kit features 2 trigger-forward built- in LED lights that illuminates the work area. Its ergonomic shape fits like a glove with even pressure and easy control. The soft grip handle provides increased comfort on the job, and the Makita lithium-ion battery provides longer run time, 5x lower self discharge (for any time), and 16 firm holding contact terminals (for constant high power). The 30-minute rapid optimum charger communicates with the battery's built in memory chip throughout the charging process to optimize battery life by actively controlling current, voltage, and temperature and has a built-in fan to cool the battery to produce more lifetime work. The charger earned the Energy Star label for meeting the strict energy-efficient guidelines set by the US environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and US Department of Energy (DOE).

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 18 x 17 x 6 inches ; 5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B001EYUQM8
• Item model number: BHP454
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #13,347 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #23 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Drills > Hammer Drills

Customer Reviews

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25 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Believe the hype, December 12, 2008

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orangekay (San Francisco, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita BHP454 18-Volt LXT 1/2-Inch Lithium-Ion Cordless Hammer Drill Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

Popular Mechanics' glowing review of this drill is well deserved in my opinion. It is light, fast, well-balanced, and easy to use. Bosch's competing model (17618-01) feels faster and stronger, but it also weighs a ton, is a bit lengthy, requires you to switch between driving and drilling modes by rotating the 25 position clutch selector all the way back to zero, and the side handle slipped around a lot on the floor model I played with.

With the 9-9/16" Makita you can instantly flip between driver, drill and hammer modes with a little switch, hoist it above your head for extended periods of time without strain, and the forward/reverse selector is also much easier to hit. Throw in the handy depth gauge thingy and the belt clip and it's tough to miss those extra few BPMs Bosch has to offer unless you plan on dropping your drill on concrete with any degree of frequency. I can't comment on Bosch's battery life claims as I did not use one long enough to wear it down, but if you really need a lot more power than this, get something with a cord.

This will absolutely not replace anybody's rotary hammer, but if all you need to do is plant some Tapcons or knock a hole through some brick to pull cable through, it's a wondrous jack of all trades drill indeed. I have no complaints so far.

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars my last makita, November 6, 2010

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grsn - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Makita BHP454 18-Volt LXT 1/2-Inch Lithium-Ion Cordless Hammer Drill Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

Terrific drill but the expensive batteries suddenly and unexpectedly die. Had high hopes for longer lasting batteries when switching to the Makita 18 volt lithium-ion drill but these have lasted barely over one year, I don't think I am being unreasonable in expecting 3 to 4 years out of a battery. Their original Nicad batteries easily lasted ten years, the Ni-mh batteries that replaced them were a big step up in power but didn't hold up, tapering off rapidly in charge capacity over their short 12 to 18 month typical life, they were very expensive to constantly replace.
With the new lithium-ions I got just over a year of excellent performance before they died, both failed suddenly within a few weeks of each other, the charger just refusing to charge them. I did not detect anything unusual prior to the sudden failures, awesome one minute and useless the next. Tried another charger thinking that could be the problem but had the same will not charge result.
We disassembled the packs, the battery cells were perfectly fine, readily accepting a full charge from a workbench power supply. Unlike previous batteries the lithium-ion packs contain a complicated circuit board, this is likely the point of failure, it either refuses to communicate with the Makita charger or erroneously tells it the batteries are bad.
Awesome drill Makita, best performing cordless I have ever used but your batteries suck.
I have been a loyal Makita user for over 30 years, unfortunately that loyalty has ended.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Light weight yet Very Powerful, July 14, 2009

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T-Pain (North Dakota) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Makita BHP454 18-Volt LXT 1/2-Inch Lithium-Ion Cordless Hammer Drill Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

This has to be the best hammer/drill/driver that i've ever used.

It's power/weight combo is perfect. I could use this drill all day without being fatigued and the battery would keep on going.

Drilling 1 1/4" holes with speedbore max bits does not pose a problem for this drill. It eats through lumber with ease.
This drill easily drills in 3/16" holes in concrete (just as fast as our corded hammer drill) to drive in anchors and it doesn't take much to drill up to an 1" holes in masonry (not quite as fast as the corded but very convenient to not have a cord)

The added handle is NEEDED in most cases, with all the power it could easily rip the drill out of your hand.

As others have noted, i've experienced the "chuck wobble" but I've also noticed this on all of the other drills that my co-workers have, from dewalt to milwaukee, they all seem to have a little bit of wobble, maybe it's somewhat normal in a hammer/drill/driver?

This drill has convinced me to purchase alot of other 18v lxt makita stuff and all of it has proven to be great stuff. From the recip. saw to the new btd144 impact drill, plus the LED lights on these tools comes in handy quite often!

Makita > all others.