Makita DMP181ZX 18V LXT Cordless Inflator
- Maximum Pressure: 160 psi
- Power Source: Battery
- Item Weight: 4.6 pounds
- Maximum Horsepower: 0.5 hp
Last refreshed Jun 24, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A reliable, accurate cordless inflator for Makita 18V owners, best for topping off tires rather than filling them from flat or running air tools.
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ASIN: B09Q4ZDCKBModel: DMP181ZXCategory: Portable Air Compressors
Overview
An 18V LXT cordless inflator (tool only, no battery or charger) that pumps to 160 PSI with an auto-stop function and three speed settings, built for topping off vehicle and bike tires or sports balls.
This is a bare tool that draws on Makita's 18V LXT battery line, so it only makes sense for someone who already owns that platform.
- Up to 160 PSI with auto-stop at your preset pressure
- Three speed settings: high, medium, low
- 25-1/2 inch hose with an LED work light and backlit gauge
- Runs on Makita 18V LXT lithium-ion batteries (sold separately)
Who it's for
Fits an existing Makita 18V owner who wants a cordless inflator for car, truck or trailer tires without running a hose from a shop compressor. It is not a high-pressure shop compressor, so buyers wanting to run air tools should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Auto-stop shuts off at your set pressure without watching a dial
- Gauge reads accurate against external testing
- One battery charge covered all four tires for at least one reviewer
- Tool only, battery and charger sold separately
- Twist-on hose fitting rather than a quick-connect
- Not a high-pressure compressor for running air tools
Performance notes
Battery life held up well in real use, with one reviewer airing all four truck tires on a single charge, and the gauge checked accurate against two separate external gauges.
Specifications
| Brand | Makita |
|---|---|
| Model | DMP181ZX |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 4.6 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L X W X H | 12 × 12 × 12 inches |
| Hose Length | 25.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Noise | 85 dB |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Maximum Horsepower | 0.5 hp |
| Voltage | 18 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum, Plastic |
| Color | Teal |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Presta Valve Adapter;Sports Ball Needle;Tapered Adapter |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 3-year Limited Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Maximum Pressure | 160 psi |
| Additional Features | Pressure Detection |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Tire Inflation |
| Style | Cordless |
| Item Type Name | Makita DMP181ZX 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless High-Pressure Inflator, Tool Only |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Makita DMP181ZX come with a battery?
No, it is sold as tool only; it needs a separate Makita 18V LXT lithium-ion battery and charger.
Can it fill a flat tire from empty?
It is built to top off tires and inflate sports balls or bike tires efficiently rather than serve as a high-pressure shop compressor.