Makita Power-Assisted Dolly: For All Those Who Hate Push Dollies

If you’ve been following Gear for Life a while, you will notice that we are constantly asking ourselves, “Why didn’t we think of that?” Here’s another example. There hasn’t been a lot of innovation since the standard dolly was invented—back when the wheel was created. Enter the Makita Power-Assisted Dolly, and save the back.

Have you ever struggled uphill with a weighed-down dolly or crashed going downhill with a loaded dolly? The Makita motorized dolly is equipped with knobby grip-tire and a brushless motor to make transporting easier and safer.

Makita Power-Assisted Dolly Specifications

Delivers up to 60 minutes of run time under load using one 18V LXT® 6.0Ah BL1860 battery (battery not included)
Holds (2) 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion batteries but operates using (1) 18V battery at a time; utilizes second battery when needed (batteries not included)
Makita-built BL™ Brushless Motor for optimal performance
2-speed with maximum speed up to 2.5 MPH on a 12º incline
Reversible for versatility and convenience
Interchangeable steel tube flat bed or steel bucket (steel bucket optional)
Side rails on flat bed install in up or down position; large knob for easy adjustment
Maximum load capacity up to 275 lbs.
Rear wheel spacing is adjustable from 19″ to 30″ to accommodate the work environment
7″ mechanical disc brake for faster stopping
L-shaped legs can be easily installed to replace rear wheels
L.E.D. lights on each side of frame to illuminate the work area
L.E.D. battery charge indicators show charge level for each 18V LXT® battery
Weighs only 99 lbs. with flat bed for reduced operator fatigue
Rubberized soft grip handles provide increased comfort on the job; adjust to 3 heights
Features Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™) which is engineered to provide increased dust and water resistance in harsh job site conditions
Equipped with Star Protection Computer Controls™ to protect against overloading, over-discharging and over-heating
Compatible with Makita 18V Lithium-Ion batteries with a Star symbol (batteries sold separately)
3-year limited warranty
Uses genuine Makita batteries and chargers