--- product_id: 33457946 title: "Makita BL1860B-2 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah Battery, 2/pk, Black" brand: "makita" price: "R8905" currency: ZAR in_stock: true category: "Makita" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/33457946-makita-bl1860b-2-18v-lxt-lithium-ion-6-0ah-battery store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 2X runtime vs BL1830 Full charge in ≤55 min Reliable power down to -4°F Makita BL1860B-2 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah Battery, 2/pk, Black **Brand:** makita **Price:** R8905 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Power up your toolkit with unstoppable energy! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Makita BL1860B-2 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah Battery, 2/pk, Black by makita - **How much does it cost?** R8905 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/33457946-makita-bl1860b-2-18v-lxt-lithium-ion-6-0ah-battery) ## Best For - makita enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted makita brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Lightning-Fast Recharge:** Spend less downtime with a rapid 55-minute full charge, keeping your projects on schedule. - • **Smart LED Charge Indicator:** Stay in control with an integrated LED that shows your battery’s charge level at a glance. - • **Built for Extreme Conditions:** Consistent performance even in freezing temperatures down to -4°F (-20°C)—no job too tough. - • **Exclusive Star Protection Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with over 125 Makita Star Protection tools, ensuring optimized power and safety. - • **Double the Power, Double the Productivity:** Get up to 2X more runtime per charge than standard 3.0Ah batteries—work longer without interruption. ## Overview The Makita BL1860B-2 is a premium 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah battery pack (2 batteries) designed for professionals demanding extended runtime and rapid charging. Featuring a smart LED charge indicator and engineered to perform reliably in extreme cold, it’s compatible exclusively with Makita Star Protection tools, delivering consistent power and efficiency to keep your cordless tools running longer and stronger. ## Description The Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion battery charges faster and works longer than standard Lithium-Ion batteries, giving you and your cordless tools unmatched performance and productivity to take on the most demanding applications. The Makita 6.0Ah battery, model BL1860B, combines more run time (two-times more run time per charge than the Makita 3.0Ah battery) with a category-leading charge time of only 55 minutes so it spends more time working and less time sitting on the charger. For added convenience, it also features an on-board L.E.D. Charge level indicator to monitor battery charge. The 18V LXT 6.0Ah battery is compatible only with Star protection tools, indicated by the Star symbol and/or Yellow battery receiver under the tool. There are over 125 Makita 18V cordless tools with Star protection, and more are on the way. Makita 18V Lithium-Ion batteries resist self-discharge so they’re ready for use even after long periods of storage. The Makita Rapid optimum charger (sold separately) is a smart-charging system that communicates with the battery during the charging process to monitor current, voltage and temperature. This advanced charging technology helps optimize battery life and deliver a faster charge. In addition, the charger has a built-in fan to cool the battery for faster and more efficient charging, even in hot weather conditions. Note that model BL1860B-2 is a two-pack and includes (2) 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah batteries. ## Features - Integrated L.E.D. battery charge level indicator allows user to monitor battery charge - Provides up to 2X more run time per charge compared to BL1830 - Reaches full charge in 55 minutes or less - Compatible only with Star Protection tools, indicated by the Star Symbol and/or Yellow Battery Receiver under the tool - Battery delivers consistent power and run time in extreme temperatures, even in winter (-4°F/-20°C) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01J58O5LM | | Amperage | 2 A | | Antenna Location | Power Tool | | Battery Capacity | 6 amp_hours | | Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion | | Battery Weight | 680.39 g | | Best Sellers Rank | #14,872 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #105 in Cordless Tool Battery Packs | | Brand | Makita | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,882) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00088381474917 | | Included Components | (2) 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah battery | | Item Dimensions | 3 x 6.75 x 9.75 inches | | Item Type Name | Makita BL1860B-2 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah Battery, 2/pk | | Item Weight | 2.9 pounds | | Manufacturer | Makita | | Model Name | Makita BL1860B-2 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah Battery, 2/pk | | Model Number | BL1860B-2 | | Number of Batteries | 2 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) | | Reusability | Rechargeable | | UPC | 088381474917 | | Unit Count | 2 Count | | Voltage | 18 volts | | Warranty Description | 3-year limited warranty | ## Product Details - **Battery Capacity:** 6 amp_hours - **Battery Cell Composition:** Lithium Ion - **Brand:** Makita - **Number of Batteries:** 2 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Power Tool ## Images ![Makita BL1860B-2 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah Battery, 2/pk, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/612tSKbWxiL.jpg) ![Makita BL1860B-2 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah Battery, 2/pk, Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51LMrCXdUKL.jpg) ![Makita BL1860B-2 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah Battery, 2/pk, Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61sonHB3a3L.jpg) ![Makita BL1860B-2 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah Battery, 2/pk, Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51miIFljdrL.jpg) ![Makita BL1860B-2 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah Battery, 2/pk, Black - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61aKAR9eVOL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Do I need a charger for this too?** A: This battery can only be charged by certain Makita Chargers. (DC18RC,DC18SE,DC18SF,DC18RD) There are numerous incorrect answers in the question section. Makita does not state this in their advertising but when you receive the battery the packaging on the rear in the smallest font possible provides this information. I had to get a magnifying glass to read it. **Q: Promoted as same weight as 3.0ah, but shipping wgt is 3.0lb vs. 1.3 for the 3.0ah 2-pack. What is the actual weight of the 1830 and the 1860 battery?** A: Owning 1830, 1840, 1850, and 1860 Makita batteries, I can confirm the weight "is the same". Also, the physical dimensions are the same. I think the 1830 battery weight is actually ~605g, the 1840 is ~610g, the 1850 is ~615g, and the 1860 is ~615g - I think they market them as "the same" which is technically pretty accurate. **Q: Will this battery give more torque to my Makita xwt02z impact wrench? It did not fasten to rated 210 ft lbs..** A: Using this battery would have no effect on torque unless the previous battery was providing less than 18V. Perhaps the bolt exceeded the wrench capacity. My guess is you wanted the larger 750 lb ft Makita 1/2" impact wrench for use on your tractor or something. **Q: Can i charge this battery with the dc18sd charger?** A: This battery can only be charged by certain Makita Chargers. (DC18RC,DC18SE,DC18SF,DC18RD) There are numerous incorrect answers in the question section. Makita does not state this in their advertising but when you receive the battery packaging on the rear in the smallest font possible provides this information. I had to get a magnifying glass to read it. ## Frequently Bought Together - Makita BL1860B-2 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 6.0Ah Battery, 2/pk, Black - Makita DC18RD 18V Lithium-Ion Dual Port Rapid Optimum Charger, 2-Port - Makita XAG04Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 4-1/2” / 5" Cut-Off/Angle Grinder, Tool Only --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/33457946-makita-bl1860b-2-18v-lxt-lithium-ion-6-0ah-battery](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/33457946-makita-bl1860b-2-18v-lxt-lithium-ion-6-0ah-battery) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-11*