Makita Unveils Battery-Powered Engine Option for OEMs
Makita has announced the launch of its 40V max XGT Motor Unit, a fully electric, drop-in solution engineered to deliver the performance of 25cc to 50cc gas engines.
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Designed with seamless OEM integration in mind, the XGT Motor Unit provides OEMs with a faster path to electrification across a wide range of commercial applications such as power screeds, backpack vibrators, power trowels, winches, water pumps, and more.
The XGT Motor Unit will officially launch in Summer 2026 in North America as part of a broader global electrification initiative led by Makita.
It’s built on a straightforward concept: Remove the gas engine, bolt on a Makita-powered motor, and end-users have access to the same battery platform that powers over 170 XGT tools and equipment.
“When we launched XGT, our vision was clear, give our customers a higher-powered platform that supports both tools and equipment, all on one slide-style battery,” said Mario Lopez, director of product, Makita U.S.A., Inc. “Over the years, we’ve delivered solutions that replaced cords, gas, and air on the jobsite. But we saw an opportunity to expand even further into gas engine replacement.”
Lopez said rather than build equipment from scratch like some competitors, Makita is offering a smarter path by replacing the engine.
“We’re giving OEMs a seamless, ready-to-integrate electrification solution,” he said. “We believe in letting OEMs do what they do best: build great equipment. Our role is to provide the motor, battery, and charging innovation to help them get to market faster.”
The XGT Motor Unit is engineered for drop-in compatibility, with a universal mounting pattern and flexible configuration options for RPM, throttle response, and power switch location. It supports three industry-standard drive types clutch shaft, straight shaft, and threaded spindle and carries an IPX5 rating.
Unlike standalone motor systems, the XGT Motor Unit is powered by the same 40V max XGT platform that includes over 170 Makita tools and equipment.
With reduced noise, lower maintenance and zero emissions, the XGT Motor Unit is a step forward in performance and sustainability.
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