DEWALT DC728KA Heavy-Duty 14.4-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless 1/2-Inch Drill/Driver Kit

by DEWALT

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

We weren't expecting a lot of power when we picked up this drill for the first time: It's terrifically light and compact. Boy, were we wrong—-this drill's got all the power and torque of the heavyweights. With a speed range of 440 to 1,400 rpm and 17 clutch settings, it also delivers 400 in./lbs. of torque. It handles a hole saw and Forstners beautifully with power to spare, and the balance in hand is perfect. But what sets this drill apart is its size and weight and how that translates to easier work for you. We've used some big-boy drills and imagined what a carpenter would feel like after eight hours of hoisting them; we have to say that this drill is the one we'd want on the job, whether it's electrical work, cabinetry, heating and cooling or woodworking, slipping easily into the tightest workspaces and really cutting down on fatigue. Another dimension is how easily it handles for women with smaller hands, because in addition to its size and weight, the drill's rubber grip is compact and comfortable. Auto tune-ups should keep this machine working for you for a long, long time. -- Kris Jensen-Van Heste

From the Manufacturer

DEWALT DC728KA Heavy Duty 14.4-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless 1/2-Inch Drill/Driver Kit

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 14.8 x 13.5 x 4.7 inches ; 10.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 10.8 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002Q8TFU
• Item model number: DC728KA
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #106,341 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Drill, August 28, 2005

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P. A Kilcoyne (Edgewater Park, New Jersey United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: DEWALT DC728KA Heavy-Duty 14.4-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless 1/2-Inch Drill/Driver Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

This drill is just about perfect for me. It feels like it has 18v torque(it's just a 14.4) It's a moderate weight,has a very comfortable handle with wraparound overmold. It has a great chuck thats easy to use and dosent slip.

My drill dosent have the quality control issues that the past Dewalt drills have had.

Ony thing: With all of its torque,a sidehandle would help.

Frank

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars nice drill, March 3, 2006

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M. Guza (Bad Axe, MI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: DEWALT DC728KA Heavy-Duty 14.4-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless 1/2-Inch Drill/Driver Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

I love the compact design with lots of power and smooth operation. I've only had the drill for a couple of months, it's replacing a similar one that has served me well for several years of hard use. So far I'm happy with this one especially the ability to get into tight spaces.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent value and dumb luck., January 12, 2008

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Joshua Withe (vacationland (maine) USA) - See all my reviews
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I got this drill without any research or real comparison. I had a coupon from Home depot and a busted royobi 12v at home. I was never happy with the royobi, it had no power and the battery seemed to die at the worst time every time. I am an aircraft mechanic and am used to air tools and my 12v ni-mh makita, which was great until the batteries gave out after 3+ years of hard use. (mostly drilling in aluminum and removing/ installing hundreds of screws at inspections.
The depot just changed which drill they stocked and I got the display model , but they didn't have the batteries or charger it came with, so I got xrp batteries and a charger. (for $125) I can't believe the power this thing has, it seems as smooth as my old makita and the batteries last longer! I am also impressed with the storage ability of these batteries, if I left the battery in my royobi overnight it was almost dead the next day. I can leave the drill lying and pick it up a week later and not tell the difference in power. The torque is amazing, I already broke the tip right off a high quality Bosch screwdriver bit like I use at work and I usualy only can do that with air screwdrivers or my makita.
I have noticed a flash around the brushes when I release the trigger suddenly (xrp batteries?) I don't know if this is normal or not.
I have tried to find out what the difference is between the xrp batteries and regular 14.4 ones is, supposedly more power, but no numbers to back that up.
This seems strange to be recomending this drill so highly, as I was the guy making fun of the dewalts at work and never being impressed when I borrowed them. I always thought they were heavy, slow, and clunky, but this one is small, well balanced, smooth, and compact. I wish I could have gotten another one for work at the same price. Instead I am getting an 18v makita Li-ion so I will be able to compare these two on a weekly basis.
I am remodeling my house and wish I had gotten this drill years ago! way to go Dewalt!