The Makita G-Series is a budget, DIY-focused 18V cordless platform that is entirely separate from Makita’s professional LXT range. G-Series tools run only on G-Series “G”-coded batteries (the BL18xxG family) and the DC18WA charger, and they do not cross-fit with LXT batteries or chargers.
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TL;DR
G-Series 18V is a self-contained budget platform. Every G-Series tool works with every G-Series battery (BL1813G / BL1815G / BL1820G / BL1840G), charged on the DC18WA. G-Series and LXT do not mix — the battery interface and charger are different, so an LXT pack will not fit a G-Series tool and vice versa.
Compatibility Rules
- Any G-Series battery (BL18xxG) runs any G-Series tool.
- Charge G-Series packs only on the DC18WA charger.
- A higher-capacity pack (e.g. BL1840G 4.0Ah) gives longer runtime, not more power.
- G-Series is not interchangeable with LXT, CXT 12V or XGT 40V.
What It Is NOT Compatible With
| Item | Works with G-Series? |
|---|---|
| LXT batteries (BL1815 / BL1830 / BL1850 / BL1860) | No — different battery interface |
| LXT chargers (DC18RC / DC18RD / DC18SD) | No |
| LXT tools | No — will not accept a G-Series pack |
| Makita CXT 12V max / XGT 40V max | No |
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Charger Notes
G-Series packs charge only on the DC18WA charger (about a 60-minute charge for a 1.5Ah BL1815G). The LXT rapid chargers (DC18RC, DC18RD) will not physically accept a G-Series battery.
Sources
Makita G-Series battery and DC18WA charger product documentation and UK retailer listings (B&Q, and Makita-authorised stockists).
Compatible Tools List
The G-Series is a limited budget line, so not every LXT tool has a G-Series equivalent. The verified G-Series 18V tools (identified by the “D” model suffix) are:
| Tool | Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Combi / Hammer Drill-Driver | HP457D | 18V G-Series hammer drill-driver |
| Drill / Driver | DF457D | 18V G-Series drill-driver |
| Impact Driver | TD127D | 18V G-Series impact driver |
| Jigsaw | JV183D | 18V G-Series jigsaw |
| Line / Grass Trimmer | UR180D | 18V G-Series line trimmer |
| Hedge Trimmer | UH522D | 18V G-Series hedge trimmer |
| Stick Vacuum | CL183D | 18V G-Series cordless vacuum |
Where to Buy Makita G-Series Batteries
Genuine G-Series batteries (BL1815G 1.5Ah, BL1840G 4.0Ah) and the DC18WA charger are available from Makita-authorised UK retailers and Amazon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Makita G-Series and LXT batteries interchangeable?
No. G-Series and LXT are separate 18V platforms with different battery interfaces and chargers. A G-Series pack will not fit an LXT tool, and an LXT pack will not fit a G-Series tool.
Which charger do G-Series batteries use?
The DC18WA charger only. LXT rapid chargers are not compatible with G-Series packs.
Which batteries fit Makita G-Series tools?
The G-Series battery family: BL1813G (1.3Ah), BL1815G (1.5Ah), BL1820G (2.0Ah) and BL1840G (4.0Ah).