DEWALT 20V MAX XR Hammer Drill
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About DEWALT 20V MAX XR Hammer Drill
Overall Feedback:
89% positive
69% appreciated the long-lasting battery life, but 31% experienced frequent battery drain
With the 20V MAX XR battery system, I never have to worry about running out of power mid-task.
The drill works well with three speeds and is not heavy. Brushless technology means batteries last longer between charges.
This is the third drill of the same model that lasts for 3-4 months and then just dies.
83% impressed with the drill's durability, while 17% experienced frequent breakdowns
During the construction of my 30'x40'x16' steel building, the tool held up well even when it got hot.
I have noticed that the chuck tends to loosen, causing the expensive and brittle carbide bit to drop on the ground, which shows that the product lacks durability.
Rephrased: The chuck tends to loosen, causing the brittle carbide bit to drop on the ground, indicating that the product lacks durability.
I am concerned about the durability of the drill. The design flaw is serious enough that I am surprised there is not a class action suit against Dewalt.
When using the hammer drill or maneuvering tight spaces, the battery wobble drives me nuts. It feels like a harbor freight open box sale buy.
85% found it easy to use
The drill is ergonomic and ensures efficient work without hand fatigue, making it easy to use for both professional and home improvement tasks.
This power-hammer-drill is much better than the DCD996 at going through concrete. It goes through concrete as easily as a regular drill goes through wood.
81% liked the comfortable grip, but 19% found it bulky
The ergonomic design of the drill is a dream to work with. It fits comfortably in my hand and the weight distribution makes extended drilling sessions easy.
The design flaw of this drill is so serious that I am surprised there is not a class action suit against Dewalt, probably because no one has died yet.
The new system is more efficient for quick-changing bits, but it has a high failure rate and replacing the chuck is nearly impossible.
69% appreciated the low noise level
The DCH273 rotary hammer is louder than the DCD996, but it easily goes through concrete like a regular drill through wood.
I compared the power of this drill with another drill (Millwakee holehawg) and found that it has more power. Based on my experience, I can say that this drill is powerful.
85% found the hammer effective
The brushless motor provides outstanding performance and is a true powerhouse.
81% liked the lightweight and portable design, while 19% found it heavy and bulky
I had a bad experience with the DCD996, which may have been defective. However, I have used other Bosch drills and they were great.
88% impressed with the powerful motor, while 12% found it underpowered
I have noticed that the drill has a lot of torque and can even belt out more torque than my truck.
Rephrased: The drill has a lot of torque and can even produce more torque than my truck.
I tried three different known good Dewalt 20v batteries but the motor still stalls even when the load is put on the drill. It has almost no power.
I hate the electronic torque adjustment on the drill, but it has loads of power and is solid.
