The new Makita MakTrack modular tool box system is coming soon, and will be a departure from the form factor popularized by Milwaukee Packout, Dewalt ToughSystem, and other pro-focused competitors.
Makita MakTrak will feature an extra-large horizontal rolling tool chest, extra-large tool box, and large tool boxes and organizers, include one that mounts to the rolling tool box’s extended handle.
Makita has begun promoting the new MakTrak tool box system on social media, describing it as “the next generation” and “a solution to address everyday challenges.”
Here’s a quick rundown of the first wave of Makita modular tool storage products:
Rolling Tool Box (T-90009)
- Horizontal design
- Dual-hinged removable lid
- Rubberized handle
- 9″ all-terrain wheels
Large Tool Box (T-90015)
- Lid mounting points for interior organization
- Molle panel/divider
Extra Large Extension Tool Box (T-90021)
- Connects to rolling tool chest
- Fits oversized tools
Medium Tool Box (T-90037)
- Deep trays for holding hand tools
- Shallow trays with dividers for holding small parts
Deep Medium Organizer (T-90043)
- Up to 40% more holding capacity vs leading competitors
- 5″ deep bins with dividers
Low-Profile Medium Organizer (T-90059)
- Up to 50% more holding capacity vs leading competitors
- Low profile design
Deep Compact Organizer (T-90065)
- Up to 25% more holding capacity vs leading competitors
- 5″ deep bins with dividers
Optional Add-ons and Accessories
Several optional accessories will also be available:
- 10″ Molle panel divider (T-92025)
- 8″ Molle panel divider (T-92031)
- Upper bin and divider set 4-pack (T-92271)
- Upper bin 4-pack (T-92243)
There aren’t any surprises – this is pretty much exactly how Makita presented the tool box system in their patent application artwork.
Makita’s sales flyer simply calls this “The Next Generation in Modular Storage Systems,” and a recent trademark application implies the line will be called MakTrak.
Features are said to include:
- Comfort grip handles
- Large glove-friendly latches
- Hidden security tracker slot
(From other images we’ve seen, it looks like the “tracker slot” can fit an Apple AirTag.)
This is a very limited first look, and we expect to know more soon. We’ll follow up with more information, pricing, and availability details as they become available.
Discussion
There are many questions, such as about how everything stacks, slides, or latches together, and whether retention will be active or passive. Are the boxes waterproof? Will Makita launch a smaller rolling tool box or hand cart, or MakTrak-compatible drawer tool boxes at a later time?
Other pro brands have added externally-mounted attachments to their modular tool box systems, such as Milwaukee Packout, Dewalt ToughSystem DXL, Flex Stack Pack, ToughBuilt StackTech, and Klein ModBox. Does Makita intend to offer the same with MakTrak?
Makita has a MakPac battery charging station. Is there the potential for MakTrak cordless power tool integrations, such as lighting, charging, or vacuum products?
Will there be a MakPac to MakTrak adapter?
I tend to have extremely strong feelings about storage and organizational products, and this is no exception, but we can get into my thoughts and opinions later.
What do you think about Makita’s next-gen tool box system?
