Hitachi DH38MS SDS Max 240V 6.4kg
The Hitachi DH38MS delivers everything you’d want in an SDS Max drill: 2 modes of hammer drilling and heavyweight chiselling and demolition and variable-lock mechanism for 12-angle chisel positions. As with all Hitachi SDS drills, the emphasis is on speed of drilling which is reflected in the Full Load Rate of 2,800/min. (Review continues below…)
Essential specifications:
- Power source:
- corded
- Weight:
- 6.4kg
- Impact energy:
- 9J
- Drilling capacity:
- concrete: drill bit 38mm, core bit 105mm
- Drilling modes:
- two (rotary drilling, drilling with hammer)
See our full review below.
It’s clear that the Hitachi DH38MS is designed to last. It features an idle hammering prevention system for increased durability against the rigours of prolonged usage. You also get an all-metal gearbox and replaceable brushes to prolong the drill’s life.
The Hitachi DH38MS 240V SDS Max drill in detail
Drilling power
This is a heavyweight SDS Max drill that operates off a 950W motor and will hammer away with an impressive 9 joules of impact energy.
Capacity: Concrete: Drill Bit 38mm (1-1/2″)
Capacity: Concrete: Core Bit 105mm (4-1/8″)
Power Input: 950W
Impact energy: 9 joules
Bit Shank: SDS-max
No Load Speed: 620/min.
Full Load Impact Rate: 2,800/min.
Drill weight & length
Overall Length: 433mm (17-1/16″)
Weight: 6.4kg (14.1lbs.)
Chuck type
SDS Max
Number of drilling modes
Two. Hammer drill and hammer only.
Other features worth mentioning:
The Hitachi DH38MS 240V offers:
• SDS-max shank and variable-lock mechanism for 12-angle chisel positions
• Fastest drilling and demolishing speed in this class
• Idle hammering prevention system for durability
• Functional and strong-looking design
Includes:
• Hitachi Hitachi DH38MS 240V drill
• Side Handle
• Carry Case.




