Black & Decker VP870K VersaPak 7.2 Volt Cordless 2-Speed Drill with Keyless Chuck and Kitbox with 20 Accessories

by Black & Decker

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The 7.2-volt VersaPak drill features a keyless chuck for easy bit changes, two speed ranges, 325 rpm, low for screwdriving and 650 rpm, high for drilling, and a balanced mid handle design for comfort and control. This drill is powered by the VersaPak interchangeable battery system for added convenience and non stop power. VersaPak is a totally interchangeable, fully rechargeable, completely portable battery system that powers a variety of products. Each product operates using one or two VersaPak batteries. Includes: drill, two batteries (both required to operate drill), charger, assorted bits, case.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12.8 x 4 x 11.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.5 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000302VK
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: VP870K
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #363,759 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

34 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars a good supplementary tool, April 27, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Black & Decker VP870K VersaPak 7.2 Volt Cordless 2-Speed Drill with Keyless Chuck and Kitbox with 20 Accessories (Tools & Home Improvement)

A regular electric B&D drill runs at a top speed of about 1200rpm whereas this on is only about 650. 7.2volt will not produce enough power to drive screws longer than two inches into any hard wood. Also, a fully charged battery set lasts only about 20 minutes. If you want only one drill at home, this is not a very good choice.

47 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Black & Decker VP 870 Versapack cordless drill, December 31, 1999

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Paul R. Cobleigh/Ruth Ann Cobleigh (Virginia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Black & Decker VP870K VersaPak 7.2 Volt Cordless 2-Speed Drill with Keyless Chuck and Kitbox with 20 Accessories (Tools & Home Improvement)

Good tool if you use it for handy work around the house. Limited power but is also light & easy to use. Not for tough or long jobs but OK for random fixit work. One negative---The forward / reverse switches are poorly located & it is very easy to change from forward to reverse (or visa-versa) inadvertantly just due to routine handling. I expect better design from Black & Decker.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One Man's Accessory may be A Woman's Basic Tool!, July 4, 2000

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Quaker Annie "reader" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Black & Decker VP870K VersaPak 7.2 Volt Cordless 2-Speed Drill with Keyless Chuck and Kitbox with 20 Accessories (Tools & Home Improvement)

Although I enjoy the challenge of putting furniture together, I have found it soooo much easier with the right tools for the job.

I wonder if this product was really designed to be a beginner's or a woman's tool - most of the men reviewing here have found it a good additional tool. For me, it's my basic tool, although I have a slightly older version. My key advice to women tool-hunting on-line is the same as for those clothes shopping anywhere - try it on before buying! Even if you're going to buy a tool on-line (for convenience or cost), if you can, VISIT A REAL STORE FIRST and hold it in your hand.

What one person thinks is heavy may be light to you. The 5.7 lbs of this product is lighter than mine, and I have no trouble with it, non-athletic little book-reader that I am. The off-on-pause on this device is great for me - I have small fingers and like it being right at my touch - someone else may find their fingers too big.

Also, if you're in the store, you can ask what else is needed - as another woman posting found out, this one doesn't come with drill bits. I had to go back to the store to buy a Black and Decker 13 piece High Speed Steel Drill Bit Set for under $8.00 . I was thrilled to find out that the bits from my other Black and Decker tools could be used with this one (my very first cordless tool was a Black & Decker portable Screwdriver).

If looking for something for yourself or as a housewarming gift for someone who just wants a basic household tool (along with the hammer, ladder, screwdriver, tape measure, etc.), this is a great idea!