Search  for anything...

Makita XNB02Z 18V LXT Straight Finish Nailer, 16 Gauge, 2-1/2"

  • Based on 818 reviews
Condition: New
Checking for product changes
$286.82 Why this price?
Save $331.04 was $617.86

Buy Now, Pay Later


As low as $47.80 / mo
  • – 6-month term
  • – No impact on credit
  • – Instant approval decision
  • – Secure and straightforward checkout

Ready to go? Add this product to your cart and select a plan during checkout. Payment plans are offered through our trusted finance partners Klarna, PayTomorrow, Affirm, Apple Pay, and PayPal. No-credit-needed leasing options through Acima may also be available at checkout.

Learn more about financing & leasing here.

Free shipping on this product

Eligible for Return, Refund or Replacement within 30 days of receipt

To qualify for a full refund, items must be returned in their original, unused condition. If an item is returned in a used, damaged, or materially different state, you may be granted a partial refund.

To initiate a return, please visit our Returns Center.

View our full returns policy here.


Availability: 11 left in stock
Fulfilled by theopportunitynetwork

Arrives May 22 – May 23
Order within 19 hours and 31 minutes
Available payment plans shown during checkout

Features

  • Powerful motor design drives standard 16 gauge, straight finish nails from 1" to 2-1/2" in length
  • Drives up to 1, 000 finish nails using a 5.0Ah 18V LXT battery (battery not included)
  • Cordless for increased convenience, eliminates the need for a compressor and air hose
  • Compact center height enables viewing around the nose tip when fastening in tight spots
  • Anti-dry Fire mechanism engineered to help prevent driving blanks and damage to work surface. The reversible belt clip allows the tool to remain close

Description

The Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion cordless 2-1/2” straight finish nailer, 16 GA. (model XNB02Z, tool only) is an ideal solution for trim work, baseboard and crown molding installation, flooring and other woodworking applications. The XNB02Z is compact and powerful, and drives standard 16 gauge straight finish nails from 1” to 2-1/2” in length with a magazine capacity of up to 110 nails. Using an 18V LXT 5.0Ah battery (sold separately), the XNB02Z will drive up to 1, 000 finish nails on a single charge. Additional features include an anti- dry fire mechanism that is engineered to help prevent driving blanks and damage to work surface. It has a 2-mode selector switch, trigger Lock button, and “tool-less” depth adjustment for precise flush and Countersink finish. It's part of Makita’s expanding 18V Lithium-Ion system, the world’s largest cordless tool system powered by 18V Lithium-Ion slide-style batteries. Makita 18V Lithium-Ion batteries have the fastest charge times in their categories, so they spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger. For improved tool performance and extended battery life, Makita created Star protection Computer controls . Star protection is communication technology that allows the Star Protection-equipped tool and battery to exchange data in real time and monitor conditions during use to protect against overloading, over-discharging and overheating. For increased versatility, the tool can also be powered by Makita 18V LXT and compact Lithium-Ion batteries with the Star symbol on the battery indicating Star protection inside.

Specs & Other Info

Specification Description
Manufacturer Makita
Dimensions 15.67" Length x 4.33" Width x 12.68" Height
Type Battery Operated Nailer
Power Requirements 18 Volts Battery (Not Included)
Product Weight 8.27 lbs
Nailing Capability 16 Gauge/2-1/2" Nails
Part Number XNB02Z
Package Contents Safety Glasses, Belt Clip, Two No-Mar Tips (424440-2)
Batteries Required Yes
Warranty 3-Year Limited Warranty
First Release Date July 13, 2018
Measurement Type Metric System

Frequently asked questions

This Makita Finish Nailer uses an 18V LXT Lithium-Ion battery. However, the package does not come with a battery, which needs to be purchased separately.

The Makita 18V LXT Finish Nailer is designed to use straight finish nails. It can accommodate nail sizes from 1 inch to 2-1/2 inches in length, and it has a 16 gauge nail capacity.

Yes, this Makita Finish Nailer has an anti-dry fire mechanism. It prevents nailing without nails in the tool and minimizes damages on the work surface and tool itself.

The Makita XNB02Z 18V LXT Straight Finish Nailer has a magazine capacity of up to 110 nails. This allows for less reloading and more efficient work progress.

Top Amazon Reviews

🚀 Abunda's Overview

This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.


The Makita Nailer is mostly highly rated with some users finding it a bit heavy and bulky but still effective. Users have praised its performance, claiming it handles big projects without issue and is long-lasting on a 5Ah battery. However, some users mention that the first nail doesn't sink properly and that there is a delay with firing.

Pros

  • 🔨 Good performance even on large projects
  • 🔋 Long-lasting on a 5Ah battery
  • 👌 Adjustable nailing depth
  • 😊 Most users found it reliable

Cons

  • 💪 Can be heavy and bulky for some users
  • ⏲️ Delay when firing nails
  • 🔨 First nail often doesn't sink properly
  • 🎚️ Depth adjuster questionable for some users

Should I Buy It?

If you're in need of a nailer that handles large projects with good battery life, then this is recommended. Bear in mind that it's a bit heavy and has a small delay in firing, but other than that, most users find it reliable and effective.


  • Works great, just try different nail brand
Style: Nailer
Great finish gun, just a little heavy and bulky. I purchased no brand finish nails and I had the same issues others had like blank shots and nails don't go all the way. But when I purchased porter-cable, it works fine, no issues at all.
Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2022 by Sam

  • Outstanding tool w/lots of power
Style: Nailer
This is the first finish nailer I've owned. I like the 18V Makita tools. It feels like a non-battery nailer. It is very hefty and powerful. Have used it with various length nails. I like the ability to adjust the force to keep the head from being proud of the surface or below the surface. It also includes a rubber foot cover to protect surfaces. This is not a light unit, but I'd rather have a heavy hefty unit to do the job and last a long time. Highly recommend. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2024 by James R. Carpenter

  • Another great product from Makita
Style: Nailer
This was my first non-pneumatic nailer tool from Makita under the 18v series. It has performed well so far. Takes a little time to adjust to press, rev up and shoot compared the pneumatic tool but beats having to lug around hose and compressor and in some cases an extension cord.
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2024 by dstar022

  • Junk.
Style: Nailer
First, I bought this gun because I had to buy a few other Makita battery tools that no one else had. I was happy with those so I thought, why not the trim gun. I have used a porter cable trim nailer for about 6 years now. It has been great. It will drive a 2 1/2" 16g nail with no problem and drive all the way in 100 percent of the time. Now this Makita, I'm shaking me head as I'm writing this. It's bulky and heavy. Now if worked like it was supposed too, I would be okay with bulky and heavy. This gun will not drive a 2 1/2" nail through butter. I'm nailing up 1x6 V groove pine into rafters. I've done this for thousands upon thousands of board feet with my porter cable and never had to come back and drive in nails(unless I hit a knot). This Makita will only drive them In about 1 1/2". Now here's what you have to know about a battery nailer. You have to fully depress the plunger, pull the trigger and not pull it away until the nail is fully driven. If you pull away even a fraction of a second too soon, the nail may not fully drive in with any battery nail gun. With that said, using two hands, I can push down on the gun, pull the trigger wait three seconds after the nail is shot and it still will be sticking out of soft pine at least an inch almost every shot. I shot two racks of nails with only about 10 of them setting properly. I'm sending this gun back. Could not be more disappointed. If it's a defect with this gun in particular, I will edit this post. Until then, I paid over $300 for this gun and only about $150 for my porter cable. You should not have these kind of problems with a $300 to right out of the box! Do a quality check or something! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2021 by chris5957

  • it misfires all the time
Style: Nailer
Got it today and tested: it does not drive any nails; it misfires all the time. Maybe I got a defective item? I decide to return it for replacement. This review will be updated when I get a replacement. I love Amazon Prime defective item replacement policy - it just works! Review update: few days later received replacement Makita Finish Nailer, seems like it is working fine. So, this mean that Makita has some quality control issues. I have put around 300 nails size 2 1/2" - only one time was misfire. Also noticed that gun will stop working when all nails are used except the last 7 nails in magazine. I also noticed that the dial for regulating nails head deepness is not working very well: I have dialed it all the way to the limit to drive nail’s head as deep as possible into the wood but still have some nails with head above the wood panel's surface, so I must use a small hammer to put those nails heads down, not sure, but this could be another Makita quality control issue (there is a label on a tool “made in Japan” LOL), but I decided to keep the second Makita Finish Nailer. This Nailer is perfect for a small job but it is no way that it will replace my Senco Finish Nailer. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2020 by Andre

  • Heavy but works great
Style: Nailer
Installed 525 square feet of tongue and groove 3/4 ceiling and 400 square feet of 5/8” shiplap with very few issues. I had a couple of nail that didn’t set all the way but that may have been due to my inexperience. I used 1-1/2 stainless steel nails since this was an outdoor project. It will last all day on a 5Ah battery. It is quite heavy with the battery and nails so I would recommend a sturdy tool belt to hang it on when you need both hands. It is also loud so wear hearing protection. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2023 by WS Dave WS Dave

  • It arrived sooner than it said when I purchased it
Style: Nailer
Very compact and easy to load
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2024 by Matthew J.

  • Big, little heavy and full of power!! ITS MAKITA!!!
Style: Nailer
So I see so many bad reviews and I’ll set you strait!! Don’t bother reading others moron reviews ... they say it don’t set nails into words ha? Lol.. this gun sets nails into 2 1/2 sold oak.. what they are not telling you that they are using a 2.0 or 3.0 battery.. this gun will need a 4.0 or higher battery and then put some weight down on it just light any nail gun it’s weight alone just not enough! Makita made Japan is superior over any other brand .. if the gun said made in China we’ll that makita just not has good! So watch out for low cost makita tools might be from China .. order from official site pay a few dollars more so you know you got Japan .. Amazon is a hit and miss on this so far there nail guns all have been from Japan .. either gun will set nails just fine.. the - it is kinda big and heavy! Not great from Crown molding Lol arm get tired.. they also say the ramp up is super slow? Might take 1.5 to 2 second.. I been doing custom work for 25 years and each nail I set I want to be set just right so the gun always ready.. I’m not a guy that’s using the gun as a machine gun shooting nails across the room and not having fun because it’s not spitting out nails !! It’s built like a tank it will take a beating and last for years!! Battery 5.0 will last all day.. all there nail guns work great and I hope one day they make a 1/4 inch crown stable gun for stabling down particleboard for linoleum .. need that crown staple to hold it the wood tight to the floor!! Come on makita get on board make that 1/4 x2 inch stable gun!! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2019 by He knows

Can't find a product?

Find it on Amazon first, then paste the link below.