Makita XCV09Z 36V 1/2 Gallon
#2 in CordlessFull review
A very light cordless backpack for quick touch-ups, stairs and vehicles, for users already on Makita 18V batteries.
Amazon $700$700
70 CFM9.9 lb2 qt
3.3/5
The long-running cordless pick for anyone already on Makita 18V batteries, for cleaning stairs, aisles and job sites.
- 78 CFMAirflow
- 15 lbWeight
- 6.4 qtCapacity
- 139 minReach
Check price at Amazon$699
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Over two hours per charge on normal power
- Most airflow of the battery models here
- Runs on 18V LXT batteries many trades already own
- Three-year warranty
Cons
- Tool only: two batteries and a charger cost extra
- Half the airflow of corded models
The Makita 36V backpack family
Every Makita 36V backpack model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own power source.
| Model | Airflow | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makita XCV09Z 36V 1/2 Gallon | 70 CFM | 3.3/5 | $700 |
| Makita XCV17Z 36V 1.6 Gallon (this one) | 78 CFM | 3.3/5 | $699 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 7 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its power source. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | XCV17Z |
|---|---|
| Suction | |
| Airflow | 78 CFM |
| Water lift (not scored) | 44 in |
| Collection | |
| Capacity | 6.4 qt |
| Bagless | No |
| Filtration | 2-stage HEPA |
| Power | |
| Power | 36 V battery |
| Runtime (longest stated) | 139 min |
| Runtime on max | 40 min |
| Battery and charger included | No |
| Build | |
| Weight | 15 lb |
| Noise | 67 dBA |
| Warranty (motor) | 3 years |
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#3 in CordlessFull review
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