Hitachi Dh18Dll4 18V Cordless SDS Plus Hammer Drill
This 18V Hitachi SDS isn’t a bad little package for the money. Whilst it doesn’t reach the same heights as Hitachi’s excellent 24V and 36V cordless SDS drills, it still offers good value for an 18V Lithium-Ion based drill. It has nice extras too including a handy LED work light and quick action clip-on batteries.
Drilling power
The Hitachi Dh18Dll4 delivers a respectable impact energy of 1.4 Joules which is less than the DeWalt, Makita and Bosch 18V drills but still sufficient to handle most routine drilling jobs. And, as with other Hitachi SDS drills, the emphasis is on speed of drilling with a high rotation speed – the ‘fastest in its class’ according to the manufacturer.
• Drilling capacity (diameter): concrete – 16mm, metal – 13mm, wood – 18mm
• No-Load Speed – 0 to 750 /1500 /min
Impact rates – 0 to 3100 /6200
Impact Energy – 1.4 Joules
Drill weight
This is a lightweight model, weighing a comfortable 2.3kg with a nicely balanced design.
Battery type and performance
Lithium-Ion with a fan cooled fast charger. The drill itself features a useful ‘save power’ mode to conserve the battery time.
Chuck type
SDS Plus for quick changing of drill bits.
Number of drilling modes
Two mode action – rotary drilling and hammer drilling
Other features worth mentioning
• Clip-on battery fitting
• Variable speed & reverse
• Electric brake
• Belt hook with built-in LED light
• Replaceable carbon brushes for longer motor life
Includes:
Please check with each retailer but the standard Hitachi Dh18Dll4 package includes:
• Side Handle
• Depth Gauge.
Compare this to other drills: 18V SDS drill reviews
LOWEST PRICES:
Hitachi DH36DAL 36V cordless SDS drill
It’s no surprise to us that the Hitachi DH36DAL 36V SDS drill is one of the best around. Read more
Hitachi Dh24Dva 24v Cordless SDS Plus Hammer Drill
We like the Hitachi Dh24Dva. It’s a welcome addition to the 24V cordless SDS drill category with serious drilling power, 3 modes, and safety clutch – all at a price that compares favourably to its rivals.
Drilling power
The first thing to note about this SDS Plus hammer drill is the hefty 2.8 joules of impact energy – the best in the 24V cordless category – beating bigger name brands comfortably. This gives you a max drilling capacity of 24mm in concrete – very respectable.
• 24V cordless
• Max drilling capacity: (diameter) Concrete – 24mm, Mild Steel – 13mm, Soft Wood – 30mm?Chuck
• Impact energy (Joules): 2.8j
• No-Load Speed – 0 to 1050 /min (normal), 0 to 520 /min (save mode)?Full Load Impact Rate – 0 to 4500 /min(normal), 0 to 2200 /min(save mode).
Weight and length
4.1kg. It’s not the lightest in its class but only marginally heavier than the Bosch and DeWalt 24V drills (3.8kg) and same as the Makita. Length is 322mm, fairly average for 24V SDS drills.
Battery type:
24V SDS drills tend to be either NiCad or NiMH. The Hitachi Dh24Dva has the traditional NiCad battery type. At 50 minutes charging time it’s 10 mins faster than several rival drills.
• NiCad – Push fit SDS Plus?Battery – 2 x 2.0Ah NiCad (EB2420)
• Charge time – 50 minutes
Safety clutch:
Yes, which is Important for a drill of this weight and power. The safety clutch will cause the chuck to slip if the torque increases to a specified level, stopping the drill itself from rotating.
Chuck type:
SDS Plus chuck – push fit bit reception
Number of drilling modes:
3. hammer drilling, drilling only or hammering only
Other features worth mentioning:
You can save battery time with the switchable hammering force mechanism (POWER mode or SAVE mode). There’s a trigger switch with forward/reverse rotation selector (with brake), complete with an idle hammering prevention mechanism. The carbon brushes are replaceable to prolong the drill life.
Includes:
• Charger (UC24YFB)
• 2 x 2.0Ah batteries
• Side Handle
• Depth Stop
• Carrying Case
Similar Hitachi SDS Drills:
Hitachi DH18DSL/JL18V SDS-Plus Hammer Drill (Lithium Ion)
Hitachi DH36DAl 36v Cordless SDS Plus Hammer Drill (Lithium Ion)
Similar 24V SDS drills from other brands:
MAKITA BHR200WAE 24V SDS+ HAMMER DRILL
BOSCH GBH24V SDS Plus Drill
DeWalt DC223KA 24V 3.8kg SDS Plus Drill
Like to see more 24V options? Compare best 24v SDS cordless drills