Isolated studio profile view of the Makita GWT08Z 40V Max XGT mid torque brushless 1/2 inch impact wrench against a solid black background. Shown as a bare tool without a battery or charger, the compact cordless mechanic tool clearly displays its detent anvil nose and attached steel tool belt clip.
Product callout diagram of the Makita GWT08Z 40V Max XGT cordless mid torque impact wrench. Text labels highlight the compact 6-11/16 inch length, reinforced gear housing, detent anvil, ultra smooth variable speed trigger, brushless motor delivering 810 foot pounds of torque, and the flexible joint battery isolation system.
Close up view of the electronic control panel on a Makita 40V Max XGT brushless impact wrench. The digital display interface showcases illuminated green LED indicators for the 4 speed power selection settings along with option buttons for auto stop modes, LED light controls, and full speed mode.
Macro close up shot of the built in bright LED work light activated on a Makita GWT08Z mid torque cordless impact wrench. The powerful light casting beams downward provides optimal visibility for automotive mechanics and fabricators working in dark or confined jobsites.
An overhead action shot of a professional wearing heavy duty Mechanix M-Pact gloves operating the Makita GWT08Z 40V Max XGT mid torque cordless impact wrench. The mechanic tool is outfitted with a deep impact socket and is being used to securely fasten structural steel overhead beams.
A worker wearing a knit industrial glove uses the Makita GWT08Z cordless 1/2 inch impact wrench to tighten a large heavy duty bolt on a concrete surface anchoring bracket. The high power cordless mechanic tool stands vertically during high torque construction installation.
A close up action shot of a worker in protective gloves operating the Makita 40V Max XGT cordless brushless impact wrench on an outdoor structural framing project. The mid torque power tool drives an impact socket down onto a metal beam layout flange under clear daylight conditions.
An automotive technician using the Makita GWT08Z 1/2 inch square drive cordless impact wrench inside a dimly lit workshop environment. The tool is shown under heavy operation utilizing a long deep wall socket to service commercial industrial machinery parts.
40V max XGT® 4-Speed Mid-Torque 1/2" Sq promotional video
Isolated studio profile view of the Makita GWT08Z 40V Max XGT mid torque brushless 1/2 inch impact wrench against a solid black background. Shown as a bare tool without a battery or charger, the compact cordless mechanic tool clearly displays its detent anvil nose and attached steel tool belt clip.
Product callout diagram of the Makita GWT08Z 40V Max XGT cordless mid torque impact wrench. Text labels highlight the compact 6-11/16 inch length, reinforced gear housing, detent anvil, ultra smooth variable speed trigger, brushless motor delivering 810 foot pounds of torque, and the flexible joint battery isolation system.
Close up view of the electronic control panel on a Makita 40V Max XGT brushless impact wrench. The digital display interface showcases illuminated green LED indicators for the 4 speed power selection settings along with option buttons for auto stop modes, LED light controls, and full speed mode.
Macro close up shot of the built in bright LED work light activated on a Makita GWT08Z mid torque cordless impact wrench. The powerful light casting beams downward provides optimal visibility for automotive mechanics and fabricators working in dark or confined jobsites.
An overhead action shot of a professional wearing heavy duty Mechanix M-Pact gloves operating the Makita GWT08Z 40V Max XGT mid torque cordless impact wrench. The mechanic tool is outfitted with a deep impact socket and is being used to securely fasten structural steel overhead beams.
A worker wearing a knit industrial glove uses the Makita GWT08Z cordless 1/2 inch impact wrench to tighten a large heavy duty bolt on a concrete surface anchoring bracket. The high power cordless mechanic tool stands vertically during high torque construction installation.
A close up action shot of a worker in protective gloves operating the Makita 40V Max XGT cordless brushless impact wrench on an outdoor structural framing project. The mid torque power tool drives an impact socket down onto a metal beam layout flange under clear daylight conditions.
An automotive technician using the Makita GWT08Z 1/2 inch square drive cordless impact wrench inside a dimly lit workshop environment. The tool is shown under heavy operation utilizing a long deep wall socket to service commercial industrial machinery parts.
40V max XGT® 4-Speed Mid-Torque 1/2" Sq promotional video
Makita

Makita Impact Wrench GWT08Z 40V Max XGT 1/2 Inch Brushless Mid Torque Bare Tool (810 Ft-Lbs Nut Busting 560 Fastening Detent Anvil 4 Speed)

In stock
SKU: GWT08Z
$379.00 USD

Description

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Makita GWT08Z 40V Max XGT Brushless Cordless 1/2 Inch Mid-Torque Impact Wrench Bare Tool

The Makita GWT08Z 40V Max XGT Brushless Cordless 1/2-Inch Mid-Torque Impact Wrench operates as a heavy-duty automotive and structural fastening power tool engineered to break loose seized suspension bolts, run down timber lag screws, and torque wheel lug nuts. Driven by a digital brushless motor delivering 810 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque and 560 ft-lbs of maximum fastening torque, this 40V impact wrench features a 1/2-inch square drive with a detent pin anvil, an electronic 4-speed selection switch (up to 2,300 RPM and 2,900 IPM), and a net tool weight of 6.0 pounds with battery. Built with 3 forward and 3 reverse auto-stop rotation modes, XPT dust and moisture resistance, and an ultra-compact 6-11/16 inch head length, this cordless wrench accesses tight steering knuckles and equipment nodes.

**Battery and charger sold separately.**

Best Used For:

  • Automotive Suspension & Undercarriage Service: Busting loose rusted ball joints, control arms, and rusted lug nuts using 810 ft-lbs of breakaway nut-busting torque.
  • Structural Steel Bolting & Timber Framing: Fastening structural steel plates and driving heavy timber lag bolts with 560 ft-lbs of maximum fastening torque.
  • Restricted Access Mechanical Nodes: Maneuvering into narrow wheel wells, subframes, and machinery chases using the short 6-11/16 inch body length.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • 810 Ft-Lbs Breakaway Nut-Busting Torque: High-output brushless motor generates massive reverse force to cleanly break loose frozen bolts and stubborn hardware.
  • 4-Speed Electronic Selection Switch: Digital power selector adjusts speeds up to 2,300 RPM and 2,900 IPM to prevent over-tightening small fasteners.
  • Forward & Reverse Auto-Stop Rotation Modes: Features 3 forward and 3 reverse auto-stop settings that cut power or slow rotation once friction breaks to prevent dropped nuts.
  • Extreme Protection Technology (XPT): Internal protective seals channel water droplets and jobsite dust away from sensitive motor electronics.
  • Ultra-Compact 6-11/16 Inch Length: Short head profile slips easily between tight engine mounts, suspension links, and framing studs.
  • Flexible Vibration-Isolating Battery Joint: Rubberized battery connection dampens impact vibration to protect terminal contacts from mechanical stress.

What's Included

  • (1) Makita GWT08Z 40V Max XGT Mid-Torque 1/2" Impact Wrench (Bare Tool)

Technical Specifications

Brand Manufacturer Makita
Model Designation OEM SKU GWT08Z
System Power Platform 40V Max XGT® Lithium-Ion System
Motor Engineering Core Makita-Built Brushless Motor
Anvil Drive Type & Size 1/2 in. Square Drive with Detent Pin Retainer
Max Nut-Busting Breakaway Torque 810 ft.-lbs. (1,098 Nm)
Max Fastening Torque Capacity 560 ft.-lbs. (760 Nm)
No-Load Rotation Speed Range 0 - 600 / 1,200 / 1,900 / 2,300 RPM
Impacts Per Minute Rate (IPM) 0 - 1,200 / 1,900 / 2,700 / 2,900 IPM
Auto-Stop Control Modes 3 Forward Modes / 3 Reverse Modes
Environmental Protection Rating Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™ Dust/Water Resistant)
Overall Body Head Length 6.6875 in. (6-11/16 in. / 170 mm)
Tool Structural Dimensions 6.68 in. L x 3.37 in. W x 9.25 in. H
Net Tool Weight with Battery 6.0 lbs. (2.72 kg)
Global UPC Barcode 088381-741835
Manufacturer Warranty Coverage 3-Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty

Pro-Tip: When backing off lug nuts or subframe bolts in tight wheel wells, engage one of the 3 reverse Auto-Stop modes. The GWT08Z will deliver full 810 ft-lbs breakaway torque to break friction, then instantly shut off or slow down, preventing loose nuts from spinning off the detent anvil and dropping into dark shop drain grates.