Makita offers a wide range of cordless tools, and the 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 2-Piece Combo Kit is a great addition to their lineup. This kit includes two compact cordless tools with efficient brushless motors, perfect for various drilling, driving, and fastening applications. The XT269M combo kit features a versatile 1/2 in. hammer driver-drill with all-metal gear construction, making it suitable for use in wood, metal, and masonry. The impact driver, despite weighing only 3.3 lbs. (with 4.0Ah battery), delivers an impressive 1,500 in. lbs. of torque. Both tools are equipped with efficient and compact brushless motors that offer longer run time, increased power and speed, and longer tool life. The 18-Volt LXT 4.0Ah battery included in this kit has a category-leading charge time of only 40 minutes, reducing downtime and increasing productivity. It also features an on-board LED charge level indicator for added convenience. Additionally, this tool can be powered by Makita 18-Volt LXT and Compact Lithium-Ion batteries with the star symbol, indicating Star Protection inside. It's important to note that the 18-Volt LXT 4.0Ah batteries (BL1840 and BL1840B) are compatible only with Star Protection tools, which can be identified by the Star Symbol and/or Yellow Battery Receiver under the tool. Makita currently offers over 125 18-Volt cordless tools with Star Protection, with more on the way. The kit includes the 18-Volt LXT brushless impact driver (XDT13Z), the 18-Volt LXT hammer drill (XPH12Z), two 18-Volt LXT lithium-ion 4.0Ah batteries (BL1840B), the 18-Volt lithium-ion rapid optimum charger (DC18RC), and a tool bag. The efficient BL brushless motor in these tools is electronically controlled to optimize battery energy use, resulting in up to 50% longer run time per charge. The BL brushless motor also eliminates carbon brushes, allowing it to run cooler and more efficiently for a longer tool life. Both the hammer driver-drill and impact driver feature variable speed settings, providing flexibility for differe