It seems there are a lot of Makita brand of batteries, one is original from Japan, the other is made in US or made in China or whatever; where this come from?
944118
The battery you purchase was not a Makita battery. The battery you purchased is made for a certain class of 18v Makita cordless tools.
944119
I've already tossed my battery in the recycle bin at our recycling area. Mine was US on outside but it was junk as others I've read about. My son-n-law bought 2 of these and one still is working but the other went boat anchor in less than a month of use.
944120
Since it has no decal with Makita on it, I am almost certain it is a Chinese knock off. While it may be inexpensive up front, not sure about its service life. Plus, its charge will rapidly decrease after a few recharge cycle and not charge to the capacity of a genuine Makita. Perhaps for the cost, it might be acceptable to some.
944121
Forgot to mention the fit. I had to do a lot of filing to make it fit in the charger. Not an issue in the tool but didn't fit in the charger at all until I did some filing which you have to figure out what needs shaving.
944122
It says US on the outside but opened up inside batteries all say China. Your guess is as good as mine but personally it is junk.
944123
Made in China, so far it has preformed well, a bit bigger than original but no problem in tool or charger.
944124
I am not sure as it is out in the shop, however It is a strong battery in steady use for nearly a year. It does not fit real well, a bit sticky so be prepared to do a little fitting. I would have no hesitation to purchase another.
410801
Not a common battery. I believe these are batteries made in China. I think you can buy more on amazon. They have a good charge life and I haven't had any problems for 6 months now.
741765
Hi Mike, I just received similar batteries from this vendor and I am 100% satisfied with the quality and performance of the products. After receiving them, I oredered two more for a 12 v Makita also. They appear to be a perfectly acceptable replacement to the originals.Buy with confidence, I did and don't regret it.
155733
I have several of these particular battery along several 18 volt ones as well. They are all made in China and the packaging, housing, model # and logo/printing are authentic. And price-wise it falls in the norm. So, based on all the above-authentic. It's a great battery and lasts about 3x's as long as the batteries supplied with the 12volt tools.
156190
Good batteries for the price of one if you purchased it at a local Target, Walmart store, or a local car dealers. These batteries are made in Japan. Good buy.
1536964
Yes... Everything I have read indicates Maximal Power Battery cells are manufactured in Japan.
155701
Made in U.S.A. for this particular item, but lots of Makita tools are made in China, which are great tools!
1288332
These are foreign batteries, but you can buy them on amazon. I have also seen them on ebay, but amazon has always been cheaper. Do not try other batteries because of the voltage used. US batteries are not the same!
1577190
I do not know. My husband likes Makita so that is why I purchased this item.
991918
The product does show 'Made in Japan' so I guess it is true. I can only tell you the batteries lasted a long time. This is the second time I have purchased them through Amazon and they work just fine.
1628448
This Makita drill is assembled in the USA from parts of various origin. Most of the components are made in Japan. I find Makita tools to be highly reliable and well engineered.
1814068
The tool is made in China, however, I would suspect from its rugged construction that it was probably designed in the USA. The battery pack is also assembled in China, although it indicates the individual cells are manufactured in Korea.
304830
This Makita outfit as well as all Makita products as far I know are made in the US. DeWalt, Ryobi, Black and Decker (sears) all Pacific rim manufactured.
1858327
mine states on the drill/driver unit--cell (the battery) made in Japan with further processing in China. The main unit is made in China.
768266
It is commonly said that if a Makita tool has "Made in China" it must be an inferior tool. From what I have read and believe, even tools made in the Makita factory in China have to meet the same Makita standards as their other factories. Makita tools are produced all over the world. Japan, China, USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany and the UK. As for this cutoff saw, I own it and have used it to cut steel re-bar, metal tubing, pipe, etc. and it has served me well. I don't know for sure where it was manufactured, but I am not worried about it at all. The warranty is the same no matter where it was put together.
967084
The battery I obtained thru Amazon was made in Japan and this one is from China plus some of the info is not all there. the missing info is MH27866 - 84VN LISTED. The Japan battery has worked fine.
1722991
I doubt the country of mfr varies per item. The drill says US. The batteries are made in Japan. I bet the screwdriver bits are made in china. Its a quality kit, I use mine hard, since 2006, then It got stolen and I bought a new kit 2 years ago. I dont know what brand might be better.