Lithium-ion batteries have greater life spans than their Ni-MH or Ni-Cad counterparts giving 430% greater run time.

The one touch speed change functionality lets you start at high speed, move up to max speed and then change again to normal speed, so you can adapt the vacuum power to suit your requirements. There's a variety of special nozzles included, and the tool automatically stops when it or the battery is becoming overheated, ensuring safety. This vacuum is compatible with Makita's range of Li-Ion batteries.Takes Li-ion Batteries – These batteries have a greater life span than their Ni-Mh or Ni-Cad counterparts, giving 430% greater run time. Lithium-ion''s 40% weight saving means 18 volt power can be obtained by a battery that weighs the same as a 12 volt Ni-MH battery. PLEASE NOTE - product in the videos is a slightly older version of this machine but with the same specifications Specification: Makita DCL180Z 18 Volt LXT Vacuum Cleaner (Body Only) complete with Nozzle, Straight Pipe and Sash Nozzle