The Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion cordless 18 gauge straight shear (model XSJ01T) combines high speed, compact size and less weight. The XSJ01T has a Makita-built 4-pole motor for faster cutting, yet it weighs just 5.3 lbs. (With battery) for better control in cutting steel and stainless steel sheet metal. The tough double-cut shear design handles up to 18 gauge mild steel and 20 gauge stainless steel for straight or scribe cuts without deforming the material, and the swivel shear head rotates 360 degrees for increased cutting options. The kit includes two 18V LXT 5.0Ah batteries, and each reach a full charge in only 45 minutes.