Black & Decker HPD18K-2 18-Volt Ni-Cad 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit

by Black & Decker

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Amazon.com Review

This is a great drill for around the house, in the garage and in the workshop: It’s powerful enough, user-friendly and comes with not one, but two batteries and a two-port charger so you’re never without your drill.

If you’re upgrading from a corded drill, you’ll love the freedom and convenience of this cordless model, and it’s a good bet it’s got more power than what you were using before, with 330 in./lbs. of torque, or rotational force. You can adjust this force with the 32-position clutch, setting it to the best position for the material you’re driving into and how large your fastener is – the bigger the hardware, the higher the setting you’ll need.

This 18-volt drill/driver has surprising speed with two gears, giving you 0 to 350 rpm in low speed and 0 to 1,400 rpm, enough to whisk you through any project you tackle, whether it’s hanging wallboard, building a deck putting up a playscape for the kids.

The single-sleeve chuck is all metal, and the spindle lock engages easily for quick bit changes. It’s ergonomically designed, too, with good balance and a nice rubber grip. The spring-loaded battery disengages easily, always a plus for those with smaller hands.

What this drill has over its competition is the fact that it comes with a two-port charger and two batteries, keeping you powered all the time and not having to wait for a recharge.

Professionals sometimes scoff at Black and Decker as a brand for amateurs, but this drill’s worthy of the tradesman’s consideration. It’s well-made, powerful and reliable. -- Kris Jensen-Van Heste

Amazon.com Product Description

Ideal for both professionals and do-it-yourselfers, this 3/8-inch cordless drill/driver from Black & Decker combines the ease of a single sleeve, 100-percent metal chuck that you can open and close with just one hand with a 32-position clutch. Designed for longterm, comfortable use, the HPD18K-2 provides 315 in./lbs. of torque for robust performance, and a two-speed gear box that offers zero to 350 RPM in low speed and zero to 1,400 RPM in high speed so you can tackle a variety of improvement projects. Built-in magnetic bit tip holders save time and effort when you're changing bits, and rubber overmold grips minimize wrist fatigue. For added convenience, the HPD18K-2 comes with two 18-volt batteries, dual port charger, kit box, and 2-year warranty.

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Product Details

• Item Weight: 9.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000BVZK0S
• Item model number: HPD18K-2
• Average Customer Review: 2.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #177,323 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars cordless drill, January 27, 2010

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Daniel P. Tiemer - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Black & Decker HPD18K-2 18-Volt Ni-Cad 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

Good drill, but the batteries, even with two of them, run out of power very quickly.

3 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars HPD18K Review, November 11, 2007

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John R. Burnett (Denton,TX USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Black & Decker HPD18K-2 18-Volt Ni-Cad 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have found that the housing is too light. It has twisted in my hand when I have had to use force for long, 3", screws. The balance is not as comfortable as my last B&D drill, Fire Storm. I am not thrilled by this drill. The only reason it hasn't been returned is it is the only one I have.

2 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars It says 1/2 Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit, January 15, 2007

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Cats "O'blegan" (Minnesota) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Black & Decker HPD18K-2 18-Volt Ni-Cad 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

I don't know if the drill is 1/2 inch or not. Is this what happens when you send to a different address:product substitution? I had this drill sent as a gift and the recepient emailed me the information on the drill.

The following label on the drill is all the information given:HPD1800 max, @13mm, Type 1 18V DC, no 0-350/0-1400 min(RPM), Use only with HPB18 battery pack. Where does it say 1/2 inch?