Upgraded from an older 18v kit. kzfaq.infoUgkxW1vOBRCMrgTCDEijzpVzDWsgI-Jm2iQv I independently chose the drill and impact tool, before I came across the kit.I like the 3 speed impact gun. It seems more powerful than my older one, and it can be set to be really gentle. The drill is more appropriately sized for my use. I used to have a hammer drill, but I did not like that it was so big and it was not a great hammer drill. I rather have a smaller drill like this, and then get a corded hammer drill for the odd case I need that.

I've been using Makita tools for the last 15 years. I have over a dozen different 18v tools that work fantastic and have taken years of abuse. Hopefully you all jump aboard the latest and greatest so I can pick up some cheap deals.

A little electrical theory: Remember the WAV. Watts = Amps x Volts. Electrical motors run on watts. More volts in the battery have no direct bearing on motor strength. Also, Makita has gone to labeling these tools based maximum voltage, not nominal voltage. So Makita 18v could also have been labeled 20v in this theory, which is what DeWalt does. Same batteries. Same potential energy. Different marketing. The Makita 36v (18x2) tools are theoretically using the same motors as the new 40v platform. The motors consume a certain amount of watts by drawing a certain voltage, which requires a certain Amperage of current flow. An 18v tool motor can be just as powerful as a 40v motor, but it requires more amperage of current, which requires larger conductors and electrical engineering to deal with the higher current. A 40v (36v) motor is able to consume the same wattage as an 18v motor with lower amperage current, requiring simpler and smaller electrical conductors and engineering. Scott says in this video that he is experiencing better run time on the impact driver. Based on theory, this is not due to the 40v feature. It is due to improvements in the motor efficiency and the battery charge density from older Makita components to newer components. Also, the batteries will have some degrading of charge density over time, including these new 40v batteries. Further, all else being equal, a 40v 4Ah battery can provide equivalent energy to an 18v 8Ah battery. Makita doesn't make an 18v 8Ah battery. 6Ah is their biggest, so the 40v just has more capacity in this regard. The 40v 2.5Ah produces equivalent energy to the 18v 5Ah battery, all else being equal. The 40v system from Makita represents two things: 1) A condensing of components from the 36v (x2) line for lighter weight. Same motors work in theory. All else being equal, the 40v sawzall with a 4Ah battery has LESS energy capacity (watts available/power, amp hours/run time) than the 36v sawzall with two 18v 5Ah batteries. 18v 5Ah x 2 = 40v 10Ah. But the 40v is more compact/potentially lighter. 2) Makita is putting out their latest tech in the 40v system, so you get the most efficient motors, best storage density batteries, etc. All this is just to help ground the discussion and clear away the Marketing lingo. The 40v system looks great. I am a construction pro and am heavily invested in the 18v system in the states. 40v isn't here much yet. If I switch over, it won't be because 40v is better than 18v. It will be because the 40v system is where Makita is producing their best new innovations of design and motor efficiency.

I'm a builder with 20 years experience. I started with Makita, went to Hitachi, tried Dewalt. Back to Makita then Milwaukee now back to Makita. One thing I should have done is stayed with the tools you rely on and never let you down and that is Makita. "Give me my Makita back Mac" Great video

if you like the 40v over the 18v, I reckon you should try the 110v or maybe even the 240v system. I'm sure it will catch on. A ton of power, chunky and never ever runs out of power- ha

When I first saw the announcement of 40v coming, I thought they would do the same thing Dewalt did with the 54volt system, making it cross compatible. Being able to run an 18v tool with the higher capacity battery means you dont have to choose between the two. Lost market on Makita for not doing the same thing.

I think Makita missed a trick not allowing backwards compatibility. For example, all the 54v dewalt stuff you can use 54v batteries on 18v tools with no adapter, so you can start to move to the 54v stuff but not have to change every tool and battery you own at once.

Really appreciate how transparent you are about sponsorships or gifted products! Makes it way more authentic and convincing. Overall I always feel like you’re really giving your honest opinion, even if it might be distorted by the fact that you’re gifted some of the products! :)

When 40v price goes down, I'll consider switching over, it's just a bit too expensive in Canada right now

Hi Scott I am 4 months into my carpentry apprenticeship at 17 years old I am new to the channel love you videos. I am currently doing site work in England (uk) but I eventually would like to make my own company and do refurb work like you.

Always a good start to the day watching scott

Keep up the sick work man i watch all of youre viids im an apprentice from england but still love the vids 💪💪💪

Scott I'm very proud and happy for you to get more and more sponsors and support, I have been watching every video of yours for a year now and it's so cool to see you grow bigger

haha thanks for the Skillshare shoutout

Great video. Thank you Scott Brown! It's something I've been considering. I used some of the 40v tools at a tool fair but nice to hear about real world usage of them.

Love the vids Scott, always great advice and fun to watch. Excited to see what you get up to in 2021, cheers

Shame makita didn't make the 40v system backwards compatible like dewalt did then maybe it would have been more attractive to us to buy knowing that we could use the new batteries on our existing tools and then buy the newer tools as and when we choose to upgrade our tools 😉

as a DIY homeowner i’m about as deep into 18v as I can be: drill, impact, multi, tracksaw, lawnmower, even got the weird couple shaft with a weed whacker, articulating hedge trimmer, and paddle sweep. i’m hoping the 40v will just drive down the price of the 18s so that I can just keep growing haha (like I hope they offer that drop saw in 18)

Love this channel, I got into 40 volt as this fella said they are good

The Canon analogy perfectly illustrates how planned obsolescence combined with hyper-materialism can be a cash cow for corporations. I’m sure all this consumption and waste will have a positive impact on the environment.

I've got alot of the 18v makita, one of the main reasons ill not get the 40v is just the price , I can't justify paying the price just for longer run time

The dropsaw handle placement is very relevant for left handers also. Saws and I guess power tools in general are not really available in many left handed options, so I have to be ambidextrous, that center handle is a great option. For anyone who doesn't get it, think about how you'd cope if your angle grinder rotated in the other direction, which direction it kicks in a grab, and where the sparks go. Generally tools are designed to operated safely for being held in right handed orientation, and rotation directions putting force against your stronger muscle direction.

Cheers for the information Scott, much appreciated

I was a Milwaukee fan but this guy got me thinkin Makita BABY!!!

I remember back in 2003 when i was starting out. I bought my first drill driver, it was a makita 9.6v with 1.3ah nicd batteries. I also bought a 7.2v makita driver, the one with the long batteries that fitted inside the handle.

Cheers for the plug at the end Scott. I'm loving the 40v stuff. I don't grab the 18v stuff much now either. As you say, why would you once you have the 40v. I'm looking forward to trying out the droppy!

Scott you have excellent presentation. Well done. 👍 your videos are always informative, interesting and fun!😎

Smashed it Scott - literally needed this video. Deffo going to 40v :)

Hi Scott, Perhaps one of the reasons Makita are still staying with the 18 volt option is to service the home handyman market and to provide an on going service to the customers who have previously purchased 18 volt gear. Loving your work ,bloody proud of you. Uncle Andy.

The stored energy in a 40V battery pack is higher. 40V * 4.0Ah = 160 Wh 40V * 2.5Ah = 100 Wh 18V * 4.0Ah = 72 Wh

I have mostly 18 volt tools. I love them for work around the house and yard, they do what i need them to do, so ill be staying with 18 volt for now . I don't feel like i need 40 volt for what i do here at home. I do have a 40 volt lawn mower and i love it, it mows my entire yard on one charge. Another great episode, thanks.

I can't believe I missed this video for a month! Thanks for covering the new system. I was talking to a Makita rep at a local store and he pointed out that Makita has already been offering two platforms for tools, the 12v and 18v systems. Based on our conversation I think that the platforms are going to target different job types and users. 12v is already pushed as compact, lightweight, and very sensitive; so it is for fitness work where you don't want to risk damaging your work. 18v will be targeted at hobbyist, residential, and handyman work where you want the middle ground between power and fitness. And that leaves the 40v for contractors and other heavy usages where all-day non-stop usage is the norm.

Hey Scott I Love 2 watch you, its very interessting how u build Houses diffrently against germany ;) U do a nice job :)

Interesting topic, thanks for making it. However I'm most curious on how the power is and the weight. To be fair for most drill applications 18v works just fine and swapping a battery isn't an issue for me. What is an issue is power when it comes to saws and weight. I'd love more info on that. Att this point I see no reason to totally wear down my 18v system till 40v is grown up.

Loving the channel, Scotty. It just keeps on getting better and better.....I’m fully invested in the 18 volt range, like most Makita using chippies. I’ll definitely convert over to the 40v in time, just as I did from the old 18v red battery range. It’s inevitable.

Back in lockdown brother. Cheers for the video Scott

A word of appreciation to Makita for helping out the SBC crew. Tools are quite the investment, & when a company steps forward, by providing a valuable product, it says job well done. Congratulations guys.

Makita needs to make a 40V blender for camping trips.

Hi from france, thank for this instructive episode, cheers bud !

I'm a filmmaker and when you talked about lenses on canon cameras I was so happy

FYI, to use the torque setting on the combi drill (the turn dial on the front) you need to put the machine into screw mode. this will then unlock 62 different torque settings.

That's so cool they hooked the guy up, nice one Makita!

that noise he made at 11:12 , that is a man who loves his tools.

Nice words from Belts and Boxes dude. Well done!

Hi Scott, I like the idea of the 40volt, but if I'm to change my Makita 18volt system over then all of the brand's are now open for consideration! It takes longer enough to build up a tool range as it is, I'm staying with my 18volt until most of it dies. Great vids mate👍

Hi Scott, Just some thoughts and musings on these 40v batteries, they call them 40v max (36v under load) in the same way dewalt calls their 18v range 20v max in the US, 20v being the no load voltage, with that said the 2.5ah isn't much an upgrade at all on the 5ah battery, i'll do my best to explain why, to make an 18v battery they join 5 cells in series, if these cells are 2.5ah each then by joining them in series you produce a 2.5ah 18v battery, by adding another row of cells in parralel you end up with a 5ah battery, the maximum power deliverable by the battery is equal to the voltage multiplied by the discharge capability (assume a sony vtc5A and 35A) multiplied by the number of rows in parralel thus a 5ah battery can theoretically ouput 18v x 35A x 2 = 1260W. The 40v (36v under load) has instead of 5 cells in series and two rows in parallel; 10 cells in series and 1 row in parralel the maximum deliverable power now being 36v x 35A x 1 = 1260w.... exactly the same, there is an advantage to using higher voltage and lower current to achieve the same power, the wiring can be thinner, there is less voltage drop through the wiring and they tend to run a bit cooler. As for the big boy batteries they are wired in the same fashion 10 in series and 1 row in parralel (10s 1p) but will (probably) use the much larger cells most likely the 21700 cells, assuming they use a reputable brand such as samsung then the most likely cell is the Samsung INR21700-40T 4000mAh - 35A this being a 4ah cell with a maximum discharge current of 35A, that gives a maximum output power of 1260W hmmmmmmm, so you are entirely correct when you say that the only advantage to the larger batteries is longer runtime, Dewalt's flexvolt system uses a switchable battery that can run at 18v or 54v at 18v they run 5s 3p and in 54v mode they run 15s 1p the 9ah battery uses 3ah 20700 cells most likely the samsung again with a max discharge current of 35A (in the same family of cells it's a general rule that the larger the capacity the lower the discharge capability and vice versa but between the 3ah and 4ah samsung cells the discharge capability seems the same) so at 54v and 35A the maximum output power is 1890W.... however some of the tools are rated close to 2400w so they must be able to handle a peak output of nearly 45A temporarily, applying this this to the Makita Batteries (1.27 x dicharge current) allows a maximum power across all batteries of 1600w in bursts, oh and the Dewalt Dcs 579 absolutely dominat es for ripping, full depth soaking wet pressure treated timber and it just chew it up and spits it out, give it a try if you can!

Glad to hear they're keeping the 18v platform around for the foreseeable future. I was worried when all the other brands released their new platforms that when Makita followed suit all my current tools (and 15 batteries) were going to be rendered useless. Glad to know I can upgrade gradually and at my own pace. I imagine having the 18v platform around will keep costs down for some of the tools where maximum power isn't a differentiator. Thanks again for all the content Scott! Stay well!

My first Makita was a 12 volt drill. I bought this to drive sheet rock screws on an overhead sheet rock job. Bought in 1986 and used it till the battery couldn't be bought any more. Second was black and decker and wore it out. Third is 18 volt Dewalt drill. Now I want 18 or 40 driver drill. Big improvement over just using any drill for screws and lags. Thanks for your channel.

I’ve gone the other direction in many ways. I started with 18V, but recently added 12V. I use both - depends on which tools I’m using. The smaller size is really nice for some things. There isn’t really any advantage to higher voltage for low power draw tools. For some tools though, I do use higher voltage - I have some 60V DeWalt and 36V Metabo HPT as well as Makita 36V (2x18V). For things like larger angle grinders, circular saws, etc., the extra voltage gives you more power and/or longer run times. The Makita coffee maker runs off 18V (or 12V) - wish that one would use 40V too since it eats batteries at 18V.

keep everything up, your a great inspiration to people like me.

Thank you Scott!

Love your content! Keep it up ..

Maybe 18v is the “new” consumer level while the 40v is the new professional level.

Holding out for the 120v

Love it super informative 👌

Keep up the good work scott

the 18volt will be great for the home owner that doesnt need extended run time and will cost less

I will gladly when they come to America, sometime around 2024.

Hi Scott, thanks for all your content, it is really enjoyed and informative. As a general contractor, "handyman in the UK". Cheap corded power tools suffice on site having to employ a laborer here and there, the most amazing thing is I have "Erbauer 12v" first "Screwfix" generation impact and drill and I can get 2 months of service out of a single charge.

Set the drill to screw mode instead of drill mode to access the digital torque settings. Great video, cheers!

Yeah Stoked Paerau got new tools top man Scott and makita. Who owns the 40v chop saw?

Why invest in 40v when the 36v by 2x18v gives nearly the same power for the tools you really need it on and the convenience of being on 1 system. I understand circ saw, but do you really want the weight on an impact.?

love the design of the drop saw - cant wait for a review .

scott brown thanks for showing me the 40 volt tools

I was looking at the new 40v setup in the uk, the 40v drill set (combi drill, impact driver, charger, 2x 2.5ah battery and a toolbag) is £708. I can pick up a full 18v makita set (circular saw, jigsaw, sds drill, impact driver, combi drill, reciplicating saw, light, 3x ah battery, charger and bag for £800. especially as a young tradie in the UK, I would be alot more inclined to buy the 18v purely for the factor of price for what you get I can buy 3x sets of a combi drill and impact drivers for the price of 1 set of 40v drills I think for now I will be staying with the 18v kit just for the factor of pricing. I am sure the 40v is nice, but the question is, is it nice enough to spend that amount of money on such little Great video as always scott

thanks for the review. Until my 18 volt batteries give up their magic smoke, I will be waiting on the 40v.

Good video thank you very much love to see more on the chop saw keep up the great work thank you thank you☺☺☺

Very honest review

Hey Scott, love your videos! I think Makita will keep both platforms just like Dewalt has with their 20v/60v in the USA and 18v/54v in all other countries. I personally think the 18v lines will always have a market with homeowners for small projects that only use the tools once or twice a month. Meanwhile the 40v Makita or 54v/60v Dewalt will be more appealing to professional builders that want to frame walls for 8 hours a day 7 days a week without a cord.

That miter saw is exactly what I'm looking for. Can't wait for the US release

I invested basically all the Stihl 40V yard equipment and it's amazing how long those tools run. I get 4-6 ours of continuous work with the hedge clipper, pruning saw, cultivator, whatever. In other words, I'm sold on 40V. Great review!

Hey I love you videos I learn a lot but I had quick question what boots do you use and are they comfortable

When you hear "40v" you think its going to have a lot more Power than the 18v , but when it comes to the Drill and Impact Driver it doesn't , I don't understand that , Why upgrade then ?? I mean I understand the 40v has a lot more run time but the batteries are also heavier than the 18v's , it doesn't make sense to me ....

Love your videos Scott been watching them since day one. But it’s all fair and well saying you would move over to the 40v system when makita are giving you the tools all day long and sorting you out for the publicity of there product, but as a carpenter myself and having forked out a lot of my hard earned money on makita tools on an 18v platform it’s not so easy to just make the switch. Keep up the good work fella and maybe if your making the switch you could donate your old tools to a struggling young carpenter in your area? Giving back.

Beautiful Dropsaw by the way

I'm keen on the dropsaw, ive been looking at similar saws - did they give you a price?

The 40 could replace 18 amongst professionals, with the 18s becoming the new prosumer/consumer option.

I think Makita will keep the 18V system for the DIY guys and the 40V system for the professional. I'll stick to the 18V system. It would be foolish to throw away the 20+ tools that I have, just because there is something newer (I'm not a pro). Nice video Scott! Greetings from The Netherlands.

Have used the LXT platform exclusively for years have loads of different bits of kit however you have my attention with that chopsaw and have always preferred Makita and Festool pistol grip for mitre saws!!

I upgraded from craftsman to makita 18v about a year ago and use them for renovations around my house and they work great, so wont rebuy them all again anytime soon. I can see why a pro builder would want to upgrade. Thanks as always for sharing!

All down to price, I'd rather pay less and just charge every day or every other day. If there's a decent power difference then fair enough but I reckon the combi drill and impact driver will work the same

I've seen these bigger batteries on Dewalt 52v range. Makes the tools so much heavier. Great for grinder or other really high drain tools but not a good replacement for most IMO

I have the Makita X2 36V Circular and Recip Saws. Both awesome tools and look nearly identical to what you showed here. Personally, I prefer those since they're interchangeable with my 18V tools.

hi from colorado very cold here today good to see about the tools i use makita tools for 25 years good tools i started out with a 7.5 drill long time ago

I really hope they keep the 18 v system I just started my business and bought a lot of 18 v makita tools for me it would be a bad thing if they stop making and improving the 18 v range

The 40v should be interchangeable with the 18v. Just like the flex volt are on DeWalt

@Scott Brown Carpentry . Thanks Scott for your opinions and experience with Makita's new 40V tools. I like to hear the opinions and experiences of people in the trades with tools especially long term. We all have different needs, expectations, and experiences and it may be that Makita wanted to wait and get things right in their mind before coming out with their 40V line. Makita 18V LXT is my main cordless platform but I also have tools from Ridgid, Dewalt, and Milwaukee. Here in the US, I hear we are spoiled with sales so I've been able to add to my tool crib as the various sales and needs come up. Hope you, Pareau, Rich, and your families stay safe and well.

I'm a diesel mechanic who uses Makita aswell as have a lot of garden Makita for home.. untill they give us mechanics a few more 40v gear I'll have to stick with 18v especially since they just launched the grease gun.. love your vids btw man have been watching for about a year now love seeing all the Makita gear I don't get to use haha

Scott, I totally see your point with power hungry tools like saws. 40V makes totally sense there. But there are also 12V tools for a reason. I am downsizing a lot of tools, so they are friendlier to my body. I don't want to carry more power around than I need. Those 40V batteries look too beefy to me as a daily driver. But I'll wait... Maybe one day their new portfolio will convince me. Regards, Etna. P.S.: Honestly, I'd like to buy Metabo because of the hole Cordless Alliance System thing. One battery shared between different toolbrands. In theory, a dream come true. But even with partners is their portfolio just not strong enough to keep up with Makita, Dewalt or Milwaukee.

Hi Scott - Whilst I do like the Makita - I have found the 'oompf' in the DeWalt 54volt range to be pretty impressive.

New higher voltages are a massive improvement for heavy duty applications. I rock the 54v 4amp flexvolt worm drive circ. Rips non-stop. All day. Err day.

Great video bro, very interesting!

I’ll switch to the 40v system when my 18v impact driver dies. I’ve had it 10 years and it’s still going strong, I haven’t even gone brushless yet...

If I was still running Makita, I'd just change completely. I went over to DeWalt a few years back and don't regret it. The flexvolt system gives you the option to use the battery in both 18 and 56v tools. Maybe Makita should of made the battery backwards compatible also.

Got a 40v impact from Makita rep here in Canada where I live. Great tool- will definatly purchae 40v tool from now on if they intice with price dropping!

That was an interesting lens to view upgrading to bigger and better things.

I'll switch as soon as Makita sends me a pallet of 40's I'm broke:-)

When they bring a 40v 1/2inch router I'll swap

They look like a beast! I hope try this soon in Portugal 🤟

Hey mate where did u buy the bluetooth system from iv been trying to find that for ages now for my vaccum. Ps likeing your content alot. Thanks man