DC18RC Charge times:
3.0Ah – charges in 22 minutes
4.0Ah – charges in 36 minutes
5.0Ah – charges in 45 minutes
6.0Ah – charges in 55 minutes


The DC18RC is a compact and fast battery charger from Makita. This charger will charge 18 V and 14.4 V LXT slide batteries on cordless power tools. This charger features intelligent fast charging and conditioning of batteries without overcharging which could damage the battery cells.

Our range of Makita 14.4 to 18 V power tool chargers are perfect for your all round charging needs.


Easy to use
Fast charge times – as little as 22 minutes in some cases
Digital power display
Identifies if batteries have been abused by heat, over-discharged or cycle age
Uses a built-in fan that cools the 18 V battery producing more lifetime work
Individual battery's memory chip recognizes the battery's history and analyses battery condition
No memory effect so batteries can be charged before they become fully discharged
Multi-contact slide type terminal – ensures stable contact
Battery range – 14.4 V to 18 V
Battery type – Li-ion Battery