Makita 8444DWDE 1/2-Inch 18-Volt NiMH Cordless Hammer Drill/Driver Kit

June 24th, 2009 Posted in Power Tools and Hardwares

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Makita 8444DWDE 1/2-Inch 18-Volt NiMH Cordless Hammer Drill/Driver Kit

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3.5 out of 5 stars (3 customers reviews)

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Makita 8444DWDE 1/2-Inch 18-Volt NiMH Cordless Hammer Drill/Driver Kit Description

2-pc. ND-31 motor with dual ball bearing for longer motor life. Cordless: Yes, Volts: 18, Rated RPM: 0 - 1,700, Variable Speed: Yes, Torque (in./lbs.): 560, Solid Bit Capacity (in.): 5/8, Hammering Modes: Hammering Only, Hammering with Rotation, Blows Per Minute (BMP): 0 - 22,500, Battery Included: (2) 18V Ni-MH, Charger Included: Yes, Case Included: Yes

Makita 8444DWDE 1/2-Inch 18-Volt NiMH Cordless Hammer Drill/Driver Kit Features

Built to handle even the toughest conditions
Delivers 560-inch pounds of torque; out-performs other 18-volt models
3-speed all-metal gear transmission; 2-piece motor
Includes 2 batteries, charger, keyless chuck, side handle and case
1-year limited warranty

Amazon.com Product Description

The Makita 1/2-Inch 18-Volt NiMH Cordless Hammer Drill/Driver Kit is built to handle even the toughest conditions. This powerful tool delivers 560-inch pounds of torque, out-performing other 18-volt models. It gives the option of 16 separate torque settings for precision driving, a three-speed all-metal gear transmission (0-300, 0-600, and 0-1,700 RPM), and three-mode settings: hammer drilling, driving and drilling. The two-piece motor with dual ball bearings provides for a longer motor life. An ergonomic rubberized grip offers comfort and control. This Makita tool comes with a 1-year limited warranty.

What's in the Box
Makita 1/2-Inch 18-Volt NiMH Cordless Hammer Drill/Driver, two batteries, charger, keyless chuck, side handle and case.

Makita 8444DWDE 1/2-Inch 18-Volt NiMH Cordless Hammer Drill/Driver Kit Customer Reviews

1 out of 5 stars "Battery failure." 2009-04-18
By Robert Monk (Philly, PA)
    My drill had high initial quality, but the batteries died in less than a year of LIGHT use. Light, but not so light that under-use should have caused them any damage. For example, I have used a Dewalt drill that remains strong even after spending most of its life sitting in the bottom of my van for 6 months at a time, unused. Both my Makita batteries are worthless, and I used the drill maybe a couple times a month, for short-duty jobs, during its first year.

Unfortunately, I didn't realize the problem is defective batteries until after the warranty period was over. I'm going to see what Makita will do for me, and I will change this review to favorable if I get results.

5 out of 5 stars "surprised !" 2006-02-19
By Darrell L. Peak Jr. (Baton Rouge, LA.)
    After using a Dewalt 18 xrp for the last 2 years, I bought this drill after the dewalt "walked" off on a job. I have really been surprised with this drills performance, it is stronger than my dewalt and the batteries last quiet a bit longer. The makita has performed flawlessly for me the first 6 months now and has exceeded my expectations which was to be at least as good as my old trusty dewalt. This is a professional grade tool!

5 out of 5 stars "Best on the market" 2005-09-18
By Sid Sutherland (Brush Prairie, WA)
    The makita 18 volt hammer drill is the best drill you can buy. I am an electrical contractor and have bought many of the yellow ones and the red ones but after using them every working day for 8 years we have our opinions. The battrey life is twice as long. It has more power. It is constucted better than the others and when its operating it doesn't feel like its going to fall apart. Makita started the cordless craze and their batteries used to last 7 years and cost only Now some batteries last 2 years and cost to replace! One test is worth a thousand expert opinions so go for it. Sid Sutherland, Sutherland Electric,Brush Prairie, WA

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