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Makita BHP454 18-Volt LXT 1/2-Inch Lithium-Ion Cordless Hammer Drill Kit
 
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Product Description
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
CapacitiesSteel (1/2"), Wood (2-9/16"), Masonry (5/8")
No-load speed0-400, 0-1,700 RPM
Blows per minute0-6, 000, 0-25, 500 BPM
Maximum torque560 in.lbs.
PTI torque360 in.lbs.
Battery18V LXT Lithium-Ion
Overall length9-9/16"
Net weight4.9 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.


Other Makita Lithium-Ion Series
More 18V Lithium-Ion Tools from Makita
See the entire 18V Lithium-Ion Lineup
Driver-Drills Impact Drivers Impact Wrenches
BHP454 BDF451 BDF452 BDA350 BTD144 BTW450 BTW251 BTL063
Concrete Metalworking Combo Kits
BHR240 BCS550 BPB180 LXT1500 15-Tool Kit LXT1200 12-Tool Kit LXT902 9-Tool Kit

Product Details
  • Makita-built 4-pole motor delivers 560 in.lbs. of Max Torque, with a variable 2-speed all metal transmission (0-400 / 0-1, 700 RPM) for a wide range of applications
  • Compact, ergonomic design; only 9-9/16-Inch long and weighs just 4.9-Pound
  • Convenient features such as the shift-lock drive system to quickly shift between modes; 2 built-in L.E.D. lights; and a rugged tool belt clip
  • Makita LXT lithium-ion battery and energy star rated 30-Minute rapid optimum charger produces 430-Percent total lifetime work with 2.5X more cycles
  • 3-Year warranty on tool; 1-Year warranty on battery and charger

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Customer Reviews
Believe the hype
 
Review Date: December 12, 2008
Reviewer: orangekay, San Francisco, CA United States
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.
Best of the bunch
 
Review Date: January 3, 2009
Reviewer: D. Sargent, New England
I am a contractor and I have owned dozens of drills. Half a year ago or so, I had a subcontractor doing some HVAC in a basement for me. He whipped out his Makita to drill a hole in the near pitch black joist bay and voila, there was light! No cords, no set up time, no precariously balanced flashlights, just bright light coming straight from the drill. Now that is cool and a heck of a time saver.

I did my research and quickly realized the advantages of this drill over its competition. So I bought it and its sister drill set the 'Makita LXT218 18-Volt 2-Tool LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Combo Kit'. This set includes a lighter weight drill and an indispensable compact extremely light weight impact driver. Nothing comes close to this combination of drills and they ALL have lights and all of the lights stay on for 10 or so seconds after you release the triggers. This feature is clutch. The smaller drills of the 'sister' combo kit come w/smaller li batteries to keep them more compact and lighter weight, but they accept the larger batteries from the BHP454. This gives them an exceptionally long run time. Both kits come w/a high-tech fan cooled fast smart charger which boasts longer battery life. For me as a contractor, battery life tends to coincide w/death of the tool it belongs to (The grave yard is a large cardboard box in my shop). Replacement is costly so longer is better.

So far, the only complaint I have about these tools is that the speed and for/rev switches are clumsy and could be better designed.
Light weight yet Very Powerful
 
Review Date: July 15, 2009
Reviewer: T-Pain, North Dakota
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.
Makita never fails
 
Review Date: July 1, 2009
Reviewer: blink32, Marlton, NJ
Had access to a Makita drill/driver a long time ago and remembered it worked well. The Crapsman I was using finally died a tragic death and after a lot of searching the BHP454 came up. Overkill for what I need but having something with the hammer function could come in handy. Had read reviews about switching directions and changing functions being difficult but I found the action to be fine on mine. Charger is nice also.

If you use the tool continuously one should probably pick up a third or possibly fourth battery. Heat is a high contributor to battery death of any manufacturer. Makita is the only one I have seen address it directly. There is basically a 1.5hr wait time between a battery going dead and it being ready to be used again. When using a batt and it runs down it will be hot. It should be left to cool prior to charging (Makita recommends up to 30 minutes). Then there is the 30 minute charge time for the battery. After that another 30 minute cool down period from charging. Having extra batteries would reduce the down time between charges.
Best I've used
 
Review Date: June 5, 2009
Reviewer: Steve, Sarasota, Florida
I bought this hammer drill to use for home projects and helping friends with theirs. This drill is without a doubt the best I've had (have owned Dewalt, Hitachi & Milwaukee before). Useful features for me have been low battery self-discharge rate, useful and well-designed accessories and comparatively moderate weight for the torque capability. Although I haven't seen it yet, the 2nd tool rebate is also further inducement to purchase this well-priced hammer drill. So far I have used it to drill and sink thirty-six Tapcons in concrete block for garage shelves and it had plenty of battery left. Have only owned for about 3 weeks.

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