Makita XPH15ZB Drill
- Drill
- 18 amps
- Battery
- 18 volts
A capable 18 volt Makita drill driver on paper, with speed and voltage figures that support general drilling and driving work.
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How it ranks among the 369 drills we track
4.4★ across 158 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
158 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
Running on an 18 volt battery, the Makita XPH15ZB spins up to 1700 RPM, positioning it as a mid-range cordless drill driver on Makita's battery system.
The listed speed and voltage point to a drill driver built for repeated household or trade drilling and driving tasks. Chuck size, clutch settings and whether a battery and charger are included are not stated, so those should be checked on the product page.
- 18 volt battery power
- Up to 1700 RPM
- 18 amp rating
- Makita branded
Who it's for
Suited to buyers already using Makita 18 volt batteries who want an additional or replacement drill driver on that platform. Not the choice for anyone wanting a corded tool or a confirmed battery bundle, since that is not stated here.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- High top speed for an 18V drill
- Runs on Makita's battery platform
- Chuck size not listed
- Unclear if a battery or charger is included
Performance notes
At up to 1700 RPM and 18 volts, the XPH15ZB has enough speed for typical wood and light metal drilling plus driving fasteners. Actual run time and torque depend on the battery pack used, which is not detailed in this listing.
Specifications
| Brand | MAKITA |
|---|---|
| Model | XPH15ZB |
| Amperage | 18 amps |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Voltage | 18 volts |
| Speed | 1700 rpm |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in drills.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makita XPH15ZB DrillThis product | 4.4 / 5 | 158 | 3.6 / 5 |
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| SKIL SD561801 DrillSkil | 4.7 / 5 | 11,399 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Hi-Spec DT30317R-CA DrillHi-Spec | 4.4 / 5 | 14,822 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Fanttik E1 Max DrillFanttik | 4.5 / 5 | 7,298 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the MAKITA XPH15ZB
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What voltage battery does the Makita XPH15ZB use?
An 18 volt battery platform.
What is the top speed of the XPH15ZB?
Up to 1700 RPM according to the listing.