Makita has released the XRF04, a new 18V LXT autofeed screwdriver built for high-volume fastening work. At 2,670 screws per charge on a 5Ah battery and speeds up to 4,500 RPM, it’s aimed at drywall hangers and deck builders who currently run corded autofeed guns — and want to cut the cord without cutting their productivity.
Key Specs
- Model: XRF04
- Platform: LXT 18V
- Speed: 0–4,500 RPM (variable)
- Screws per charge: 2,670 (5Ah BL1850B battery)
- Length: 15-5/8″
- Weight: 4.9 lbs (tool only)
- Drive system: Push Drive Technology — auto-advances screw strip on trigger pull
- Price: $429 tool only
What Autofeed Screwdrivers Are For
If you’ve never used one, the concept is simple: load a collated strip of screws into the magazine, press the nose against your material, and pull the trigger. The tool drives the screw, advances to the next one, and you move down the line without stopping to pick up fasteners or reload one at a time.
On a drywall job with several hundred panels — or a deck with 5,000+ fasteners — the difference in pace is real. This is a production tool, not an occasional-use drill substitute.
Push Drive: What It Means Practically
Push Drive Technology ties the screw-advance mechanism directly to the trigger pull rather than a separate actuator. That simplifies the driving motion: press, pull, move. Less fumbling when you’re eight feet up on a scaffold or working overhead.
Makita built this into the LXT 18V platform deliberately. The LXT ecosystem already covers drills, nailers, circular saws, grinders, and oscillating tools — all sharing the same batteries. Adding an autofeed screwdriver extends that one-battery-fits-all logic to the fastening stations that have traditionally required a separate corded gun or a competing platform.
The Case For and Against
At $429 tool-only, the XRF04 only makes financial sense for daily professional use. A drywall sub or decking contractor already on LXT gets a production upgrade without adding a new battery platform to their kit list. For occasional DIY work, a standard impact driver handles light-duty screwdriving for a fraction of the price.
If you’re expanding a Makita LXT setup, the XRF04 slots in alongside your existing batteries. For a broader look at cordless fastening options, our outdoor power coverage shows how Makita’s platform has expanded across tool categories in 2026.
Availability
The XRF04 is available through Makita authorized dealers and Amazon. Pricing may vary by retailer and region.
Sources: Makita Press Release | Pro Tool Reviews
