Makita 6216DWBE 3/8-Inch Cordless Driver-Drill Kit, 2-Speed, Variable Speed, Reversible

by Makita

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

This unit is a Nickel-Metal Hydride powered drill that runs 30% longer than competitive brands. Has industrial metal housing for durability; -inchMakita-inch motor lasts up to 5 times longer. Externally accessible brushes for long tool life and a two-speed gear selection (0- 400RPM or 0 -1,300 RPM). Total control trigger along with 17 torque settings; keyless chuck and conveniently located forward/reverse button. Includes two each: Ni-MH battery, Phillips/slotted bit, 1 ea. keyless chuck, charger, battery cover, and plastic tool case.

From the Manufacturer

Makita's 3/8" Cordless Driver-Drill Kit features a Nickel-Metal Hydride battery that runs 30% longer than competitive brands, along with a powerful drill/driver that delivers 320"/lbs of torque. Its incredibly durable industrial metal housing is jobsite tough for longer tool life. Externally accessible brushes contribute to this drill's reputation for lasting five times longer than other drills in its class. This cordless drill/driver also features a two-speed gear selection (0- 400RPM or 0 -1,300 RPM), a "total control" trigger for optimal speed range, and 17 torque settings to match the tool speed to the job. Compact and well balanced for easy handling, this Makita also sports a keyless chuck and a conveniently located forward/reverse button for more runtime and less fiddling. Your purchase includes two Ni-MH batteries, two Phillips/slotted bits, one keyless chuck, one charger, a battery cover, and one sturdy plastic tool case.

What's in the Box

• Two Ni-MH Batteries 1234 (193157-5)
• Charger DC1411
• Phillips/slotted bit (784614-0)
• Keyless chuck (763140-2)
• Battery cover (414938-7)
• Plastic tool case (824525-8)

SPECIFICATIONS

• Capacities: Steel 3/8"; Wood 1"
• No load speed: Low 0 - 400 rpm; High 0 - 1,300 rpm
• Maximum torque: 320 inch/lbs.
• Battery: 12VDC (2.6Ah)
• Overall length: 9-9/16"
• Net weight: 4.6 lbs.
• Shipping weight: 11.3 lbs.

Product Details

Product Manual [976kb PDF]

• Item Weight: 4.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 17 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00004YOEG
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 6216DWBE
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #840,198 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing..., July 14, 2004

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Luke T. Evans (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita 6216DWBE 3/8-Inch Cordless Driver-Drill Kit, 2-Speed, Variable Speed, Reversible (Tools & Home Improvement)

I bought this top-of-the-line 12V Makita cordless drill based on my experience with Makita's 12V cordless impact driver. The impact driver is a wonderful tool--light, compact, and very powerful. It is, however, a poor substitute for a drill (even with the drill chuck attachment), so I needed a drill as well. Wanting to use batteries and chargers interchangeably between the two tools, I opted for the 12V drill vs the heavier and bulkier 14.4V or 18V.

The drill, unfortunately, has proven to be mediocre. While the quality is top rate, the unit is heavy and bulky for a 12V. Also, the chuck does not grip drill bits sufficiently, so they spin in the chuck (I have given myself blisters trying to grip the chuck and tighten it on the bits, but to no avail). Finally, I am amazed at how quickly the drill sucks dry the batteries, even the 2.6 amp units. Though I haven't done a quantitative test, it sure seems like the batteries poop out in no time flat.

So, all in all this drill is a disappointment. As a professional cabinetmaker, I need a drill that is powerful and durable, but not so heavy that my arm is ready to fall off at the end of the day. This drill isn't it. Believe me, when I find a drill that meets those criteria, I'll shout it from the housetops.