Hitachi Ds18 Dl 18 V Cordless Drill By DrillGuy on - Updated Oct 15, 2011
We rated the Hitachi DS18DL cordless drill excellent or very good in all areas.
It is one of the Top-5 drills in its class for power. The DS18DL can generate 570 in-lbs of torque, which is 23% higher than average.
The DS18DL is one of the Top-5 in its class for speed. This 18V drill can run up to 1,800 RPM, about 20% faster than average.
It is also a Top-5 ranked 18V drill for battery run-time. The Li-ion batteries last 50% longer than average between charges.
The DS18DL weighs 4.6 lbs, about 1/2-lb less than the average 18V drill.
It incorporates a durable design that includes an all-metal chuck and external motor brush access for easy replacement.
The drill is backed by Hitachi's generous 10-year warranty.
Really the only negative to this great drill is that it sells for a higher than average price.
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Hitachi DS18DL 18V Cordless Drill
Purchased a new 18V Hitachi EB181SL drill, what a mistake. Doesn't drill through a 2x4. Took to Authorized Repair Depot and they said it was working fine and I should have not wasted my money. Hitichi doesn't want to deal with the warranty issue nor respond to my many emails over the last 10 months. I would strongly suggest you buy a DeWalt or Rigid drill instead.
All shops are forced to give your a return within your first year :). well in Australia it is, not sure about the U.S.