Why I buy this one ?
- Class leading 400 inch-pounds of torque to power through the toughest jobs
- 400 in./lbs. of torque, 1/2-inch keyless chuck, 2-speed transmission (0-400/0-1,200 rpm)
- Lightweight plastic body; soft, comfortable anti-slip grip
- Includes drill, flashlight, (2) 1.4Ah batteries, quick charger, carrying case, and driver bit
- Compact and lightweight-only 7.5 inches in length and 4.4 pounds; 5-year warranty on drill

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What our customer's say!

"Excellent drill, especially for the price.", I bought this drill based on the ergonomics. I picked up and held every drill at the store and this one has perfect ergonomics. The handle is very comfortable and it appears to be perfectly balanced, the weight is perfect, feels light but well made. This drill is the most comfortable to hold by far of any drill I have seen or tested and I looked at every brand in several stores.

The drill has a lot of torque and the clutch is great. I use it as a cordless screwdriver most of the time and a drill on occasion. Most chuck less drills have a hard time holding the bits, but you can use the DeWalt drill bits that have a hexagonal base and it solves the problem completely.

The batteries last a long time and charge in about 30 minutes. It comes with two so you can charge one while using the other. They won't charge until they cool down however (the charger will not charge a hot battery).

If you need a longer run time, you can get NiMH or Li-Ion batteries in anywhere from 1.5Ah to 3.0Ah that fit this drill. If you go with either of those however, you will need a new charger since the supplied charger is only for Ni-Cad batteries. The UC18YRL is a universal charger that can charge all 3 types of batteries.

You can also buy the DS18DFL package which appears to be the same drill with Li-Ion batteries but without a flashlight. For some reason the Li-Ion drill is rated about 6% less torque of 374in/lbs vs this one is 400 in/lbs, although I doubt anyone could tell the difference.

The flashlight is bright and lasts a long time, I use it all the time. The light comes with a spare lamp inside if you unscrew the cover. I had a hard time finding replacement lamps for the light for a while, but then found out the Makita ML180 lamps work perfectly as a replacement so I just pick those up at a local Makita dealer.

I have dropped both the flashlight and the drill onto a concrete floor about several times and both survived without damage except killing the flashlight bulb if the light was on.

I bought two kits I use in two locations and this set has been great in every way. The batteries are getting old so I'll replace them with NiMH or Li-Ion and get the universal charger.

All rechargeable batteries self discharge so if you charge it and store it, it will be dead when you need it. If you use it only occasionally, it is best to store the batteries with a low charge or near empty, not fully charged to extend their lifetime.

When you replace them, you can recycle them at most hardware stores or any Radioshack will accept them. Don't throw them out, the Cadmium is toxic and like all rechargeable batteries, they should be disposed of properly.

"Green Dragon Drill", I purchased new for $75 plus a free battery totaling 3 batts. I am glad I got the third one since the 1.4 amp batts do not last long. Hitachi makes higher amperage batts, and I would suggest purchasing them for those who use the unit extensively. The drill is well balanced and well made with plenty of power.

"Handy Little Drill", I've owned one of these sets for roughly 5 months and am absolutley pleased with its performance. I'm the Maintenance Supervisor of the multi-use building where I work so I have used this drill on dozens of occasions for a variety of purposes.

This drill is very comfortable to use and is relable in its' performance. The battery life is usually sufficient to get the job completed, but on a more lengthy task which may require changing batteries they charge quickly enough that I always have a fully charged battery ready for use.

When I first got the drill I did have a slight problem with the bits coming loose but that was mostly caused by my not adequately tightening the chuck. That's not an uncommon problem with keyless chucks, I've experienced that with other drills.

The only negative comment I might have would be more of a personal feeling than a comment about this tools performance. I just don't feel this drill has the power to tackle a real tough job, such as drilling through metal or sheet steel more than about 1/16"; I use my heavier duty drill for those real tough projects. That one is also a Hitachi product and I believe their top of the line drill powered with Lithium Ion batteries, however it is a rather expensive tool.

Overall, this a great little drill. I have no qualms in giving it a 5 Star recommendtaion for anyone looking for a dependable drill at a reasonable price for use around the home, in the home workshop or even on the job site.

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"nice drill", this was an upgrade to my old 13.2 volt firestorm which died recently. Definatly can tell the extra torque, and the speed of recharge is great too. The included light really comes in handy too, and it's BRIGHT! I named mine Drillzilla because the colors remind me of Godzilla

"Good drill", I like this drill because it feels great in my hand and is very comfortable to use. The grip is great. I hate the keyless chuck. On certain bits, I just can't seem to get the chuck tight and it will come loose during the job. I have dewalt drills that don't have this problem. The batteries with this drill are horrible. They don't last long at all. Hitachi makes a another battery that fits this drill that last a lot longer. Overall a decent drill.

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"Hitachi 18V cordless 1/2" drill", This is a great to tool. Small for tight places but powerful for most jobs.

"Excellent drill", This is a great drill. I bought it after doing several hours of research and am very happy! I'm thrilled to get an 18-volt drill that I can handle. I am a woman and have carpal tunnel, so anything heavy was out of the question. I've never been able to get a drill over 14-volts that was light enough, but this one is. It is rather ugly, as other people have mentioned, but I don't think that's a major factor in buying a drill.

"Buyer Beware", Great drill, just don't drop it on a hard floor. I dropped a 1 week old drill on a concrete floor from 4 feet and severely cracked the handle which rendered the drill useless. Hitachi said dropping is not covered by their 5 year "professional" Warranty. Seems they could have used a more resiliant plastic. My kids have plastic toys you can throw against a concrete wall and they will not crack. Oh well, guess I stay with DeWalt for quality professional power tools. I'd like to see a DIY'er or carpenter that hasn't dropped a tool.

"Nice Drill", The Hitachi 18 volt 1/2 inch cordless drill is very easy to use and light enough, yet powerful enough to perform most hosehould repair/improvement projects quickly & easily - and the price was good. The flashlight is just an extra.

"Excellent tool with unbelievable discount price", I pay $70 for this set when on-sale. This is unbelievable price for the quality. You got to get if it comes back again