Bare-Tool Hitachi DV18DLP4 18-Volt Lithium-Ion 1/2-Inch Hammer Drill (Tool Only, No Battery)

by Hitachi

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Hitachi DV18DLP4 18-volt lithium-ion cordless hammer drill offers a class-leading 570 in./lbs. of torque to hammer through the toughest jobs. A unique two-step speed switch is located on the side of the handle and gives the user the ability to select from 4 different speed settings (0-200/400/900/1800 RPM) for ultimate control. Other features include an externally accessible carbon brush for quick and easy maintenance, replaceable armature, 2-piece rare-earth magnet motor and a 5-position belt hook with integrated LED job light for convenience. Compact at only 9.95 inches in length and weighing only 4.9 pounds, the DV18DLP4 feels like a 12-volt tool, while offering the power and performance of an 18-volt. The DV18DLP4 is covered by Hitachi's industry leading lifetime warranty. Batteries are warranted to the original purchaser for a period of 90 days from the original purchase date.

Product Description

Includes 18V Cordless HXP Lithium-Ion 1/2-in Hammer Drill (Tool Only) - DV18DLP4, Tool Only - Battery (326241) & Charger (UC18YRL) Sold Separately

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 4.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B001G60AWU
• Item model number: DV18DLP4
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #50,575 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #83 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Drills > Hammer Drills

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A beast of a Drill with only a couple issues, September 2, 2009

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Brian Wernimont "Tax_Man" (Belmont, MI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bare-Tool Hitachi DV18DLP4 18-Volt Lithium-Ion 1/2-Inch Hammer Drill (Tool Only, No Battery) (Tools & Home Improvement)

I am an avid DIY'er and I now own three of these DV18DL Lithium-Ion drills. They have more than enough torque to handle most any job I throw at them. Just make sure you have a firm grip on the drill or it will torque around in a heartbeat.

The only problems I have encountered with this drill are with the chuck screw that holds the chuck in place is inadequate and I broken three of them while using a 1" Ship Auger bit to drill through a 8" log I ran into while digging post holes for a split rail fence. Fortunately I had bought the drill from L_o_w_e_s and they exchanged them without issue. The manager I talked to said that he had notified Hitachi of the problem but that they were not going to beef up the screw.

I ordered a number of chuck screws for various makes & models of 1/2" drills (including corded drills) and discovered that the Dewalt reverse thread screw #605256-01. It is just a bit longer that the Hitachi OEM screw and I haven't broken one since replacing it ^_^.

The second issue is with the tabs on the case that hold the battery in place. I accidentally dropped it 4' onto a concrete floor. It landed flat on the bottom of the battery. The battery was fine, but both of the tabs that hold the battery in place busted off. Luckily I have a Hitachi repair shop a mile from my home here in Belmont, MI and they replaced the case free of charge within a week. But as I said I now have three of these and four of the 3.0ah batteries.

The last Drill I purchased was the bare (DV18DLP4) drill from Timberline Tools in July 2009 and they timely shipped one to me ^_^.

1.0 out of 5 stars worked great for a while- weak frame, January 14, 2012

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david merritt - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bare-Tool Hitachi DV18DLP4 18-Volt Lithium-Ion 1/2-Inch Hammer Drill (Tool Only, No Battery) (Tools & Home Improvement)

i bought an 18 volt drill and a hammer drill several years ago. initially i was very happy with the power and light weight.
i used them primarily to drive self tapping screws to fasten the siding on some metal loafing sheds i built.
ultimately, both have broken at the top of the handle. they were never dropped. the problem started with a small crack and proceeded to totally break from there merely from the (admittedly hard) hand pressure of drilling.
also the clutch on one of them is slipping and the numbers on the clutch have worn off.
a friend has a couple of 18v dewalt drills that i used to borrow before i got these. they have seen at least 4 times the use that the hitachi drills have seen-doing the same type of work- and they are still going strong. they even survived being dropped several times.
i took them to the local hitachi repair station and just got a message saying the hitachi warranty people said to essentially get stuffed. i can get the frame fixed for a minimum of $50 each. i am now wondering what they might mean by "lifetime warranty"
considering the high price,weak product and non-warranty; i would look elsewhere.

5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful hammer drill, December 27, 2011

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Dgarl - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Bare-Tool Hitachi DV18DLP4 18-Volt Lithium-Ion 1/2-Inch Hammer Drill (Tool Only, No Battery) (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have researched many drills and for the price you cannot beat this. When you purchase this purchase it with the 3 amp lithium battery.