LATEST MAKITA 18V LXT SOLUTION DELIVERS WARMTH TO COLD JOB SITES

La Mirada, CA – Makita® has released a solution for cold job site conditions with the new 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless Heated Jackets, models DCJ200Z (black) and DCJ201Z (camouflage). The heated jackets offer a power source that accepts Makita 18V LXT® and 18V Compact Lithium-Ion batteries for up to 28 hours of heat (with BL1850 5.0Ah battery, sold separately), The Heated Jackets also feature a USB power port for charging portable electronic devices.

 

The Makita 18V Heated Jacket (model DCJ201Z) features Mossy Oak Break-Up® Infinity®, the first camouflage pattern to feature six individual layers of depth with unmatched realistic detail and the sharpest definition. Each element — leaves, limbs, acorns and branches — was selected to create unprecedented realism and contrast to break up a hunter’s silhouette.

 

The Makita Heated Jackets have an on/off heat controller, with three heat settings to adjust to changing weather conditions. It has four pockets including a zippered chest pocket that is ideal for a cell phone or other accessories, as well as left and right side pockets and a sleeve pocket. The Heated Jackets are compatible with 18V Lithium-Ion batteries, sold separately, including the 2.0Ah (BL1820), 3.0Ah (BL1830Ah), and 4.0Ah (BL1840) batteries. The soon-to-be-released 18V 5.0Ah battery (BL1850) will provide up to 28 hours of heat on a single charge.

 

The battery pocket is on the rear-left side, so it’s out of the way but within reach for quick and easy access. The soft fleece-lined collar is tailored for increased user comfort, even when fully zippered up. The knitted storm cuffs and drawstring waist provide a better fit to help keep the cold weather outside. For increased versatility, the removable zip-off sleeves quickly convert the jacket into a vest. The Heated Jackets are available in black and Mossy Oak Break Up® Infinity® Camouflage, sizes S, M, L, XL, 2XL, and 3XL.

 

The new 18V LXT® Heated Jackets are part of Makita’s expanding 18V Lithium-Ion series, which offers 80+ tools and is the world’s largest cordless tool line-up powered by an 18V Lithium-Ion slide-style battery. Makita 18V Lithium-Ion batteries have the fastest charge times in their categories, so they spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger.

 

 

Makita® is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and outdoor power equipment, and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita utilizes leading-edge technology and innovation to engineer tools that are more compact with less weight yet deliver industrial power and results. Makita's extensive line of cordless lithium-ion tools includes 18V LXT® Brushless Lithium-Ion, 18V Compact Lithium-Ion, and 12V max Lithium-Ion. Other best-in-class products include rotary and demolition hammers and saws equipped with Anti-Vibration Technology (AVT®), MM4® 4-Stroke engine power equipment, Super Joint System - SJS® grinders, miter saws engineered with Deep and Exact Cutting Technology (DXT®), Impact GOLD®, the New Gold Standard in Impact Driving, and more. 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, call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or go to makitatools.com. Follow Makita: facebook.com/makitatoolspage, twitter.com/makitatools, youtube.com/makitapowertools, instagram.com/makitatools. The MAKITA TEAL COLOR is the trade dress of Makita Corporation and is protected under common law and registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The Makita Black & White color combination is the trade dress of Makita Corporation and is protected under common laws and registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.