Hitachi DV18DMR 18-Volt 1/2-Inch Cordless Hammer Drill

Hitachi DV18DMR 18-Volt 1/2-Inch Cordless Hammer Drill
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Product Details

Manufacturer: Hitachi
Model: DV18DMR
Product features:

Cordless hammer drill/driver kit that offers 550 in./lbs. of torque
High capacity 3.0 Ah batteries allow for longer run time and fewer battery changes
2-piece rare-earth magnet motor for greater durability and increased performance
Includes 2 batteries, drill bit, charger, side handle, carrying case
Limited manufacturer warranty

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Description of Hitachi DV18DMR 18-Volt 1/2-Inch Cordless Hammer Drill

The DV18DMR is the ideal cordless tool to tighten and loosen fasteners, drill into wood materials, plastic, steel, aluminum, brick and concrete block

The Hitachi 19-volt 1/2-Inch Cordless Hammer Drill offers a class-leading torque of 550-in/lbs. This durable tool comes with a high capacity 3 Amp/hr. NiMH Batteries that provide longer run time along with a 1/2-inch industrial grade Rohm chuck. This chuck has a ratcheting lock mechanism that prevents bits from slipping. RPM range is 0-400 in low and 0-1800 in high. It allows for 3 modes of operation: drilling, driving, and hammer drilling, and its convenient 5-position belt hook has an integrated amber LED work light.

What's in the Box
Hammer drill, 2 batteries, side handle, drill bit, charger and case.

Tools and Hardware Reviews of Hitachi DV18DMR 18-Volt 1/2-Inch Cordless Hammer Drill

Customer Review: Not For Every Job - it's HEAVY
Summary: 5 Stars

While still new this drill appears to be very well made. With a five year warranty, it's real hard to go wrong. The drill has lots of power and run time with the Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) batteries. The chuck ratchets tight like my DeWalt DC988. The bright adjustable LED accessory light on the handle, which can be switched to the other side, is not only a great idea, but someone should have thought of this a long time ago. The drill is well-balanced. The forward, lock and reverse select has postive detents. The color scheme is cool and the housing is actually designed to let sweat run away and not make the drill slippery. Nice thought, but I use gloves when the going gets tough.

Now to some faults: Since it is so new, even Hitachi didn't know where batteries for the light could be purchased. It comes with 2 X AAAA (yes 4 A's). It is also called an "N" battery. I bought two extra Duracell "Medical" batteries MN9100B2 for $3.83. Like any 18 volt hammer drill, it is heavy. Hold six pounds over your head and try to do some delicate work. I finished this job with my trusty DeWalt 9.6 volt drill. It has nowhere near the power, but I didn't need the power and couldn't hold the weight long enough.

This is an excellent drill and I have rated it tops for innovation, power, ergonomics, overall construction, warranty, motor and battery technology. As a potential buyer of this drill, you really need to know how you will use it. Do you really need a hammer drill? Not all jobs require this kind of power and the weight can be a drawback. While I am fortunate in being able to have several drills for different jobs, not everyone has these needs or is willing to spend that amount of money. If I could only have one drill, I would compromise and pick a 14.4 volt drill from DeWalt like the DC984KA hammer drill with a "mid" mount handle which weighs about a pound less. It has a 3 speed transmission, proven battery technology and a three year warranty.

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