Makita 6217DWDLE 12 Volt 3/8 Drive Cordless Driver-Drill and Flashlight Kit

by Makita

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The drill in this kit features the Exclusive Shift Lock Drive System, which quickly locks out the clutch when shifting from "driver" to "drill" mode for superior drilling power. Thanks to Makita's all-metal gear transmission, this drill also provides smooth, efficient power transfer for the most demanding jobs. Externally accessible brushes make for quicker maintenance and longer tool life. The Maximum Performance Two-Piece D-31 motor delivers power, efficiency and serviceability in a more compact size. Latch on to Makita's ergonomically designed, rubberized grip for superior comfort and control. This drill also features a variable speed trigger for precise operator control, a large spindle bearing to ensure positive, on-center drilling performance, and a ratcheting chuck that locks for secure tightening of bits and unmatched grip strength. Power up your kit with a couple of 2.6Ah Ni-MH battery nickel-metal hydride batteries (included) for greater capacity and longer run time.

FEATURES

• New two-piece D-31 motor delivers power, efficiency and serviceability in a more compact size. Dual ball bearings, precision balancing and a refined high-grade field magnet guarantees maximum performance.
• All Metal Gear Transmission (0-400 / 0-1,300 RPM) - features a rugged 3-stage, 13-planetary gear system providing smooth, efficient power for the most demanding applications and extended durability.
• Exclusive Shift Lock? Drive enables one-touch, quick shifting from "drill" to "driver" mode for increased operator efficiency.
• The Shift Lock? Drive System locks out the clutch for superior drilling.
• 2.6 Ah Ni-MH Batteries for greater capacity and longer run time - no memory effect. Ni-MH
• Batteries provide unmatched performance.
• Locking/ratcheting chuck for secure tightening of bits and unmatched grip strength
• Large spindle bearing ensures positive, on-center drilling performance
• Variable speed trigger for precise operator control
• Ergonomically designed rubberized grip enhances comfort and increases operator control
• Externally accessible brushes for serviceability and longer tool life
• Includes (2) 12V Ni-MH Batteries, Multi-Voltage Charger & Case

What's in the Box

• 2 ea. Battery 1234 (193157-5)
• Charger DC1413
• Phillips/Slotted Bit (784614-0)
• 3/8" Keyless Chuck (763163-0)
• Battery Cover (414938-7)
• Plastic Tool Case (824660-2)
• Flashlight (ML120)

SPECIFICATIONS

• Capacities: Steel 1/2"; Wood 1"
• No load speed: 0 - 400 RPM on Low; 0 - 1,300 RPM on High
• Maximum torque: 310 in.lbs.
• Watt-hours: 31.2
• Battery: 12VDC (2.6Ah)
• Overall length: 9-9/16"
• Net weight: 4.4 lbs.

Product Description

Manufacturer:Makita

Features and Benefits:

• Two-piece D-31 motor for maximum performance
• Allmetal gear transmission (0-400 / 0-1,300RPM)
• Shift Lock Drive instantly changes from "drill" to "driver"
• 2.6 Ah NiMH batteries for greater capacity and longer run time
• Includes: (2) 12V NiMHbatteries, charger, flashlight and case

Product Details

Product Manual [408kb PDF]

• Item Weight: 11.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 12.4 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: B00009OYF7
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: MAK6217DWDLE
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #291,395 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best I've Seen, March 5, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Makita 6217DWDLE 12 Volt 3/8 Drive Cordless Driver-Drill and Flashlight Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is my second Makita 3/8 12 volt. The first is over 3 years old and still going strong, while being used professionaly on a daily basis. It is extremely powerful, rugged, lightweight, and very well ballanced and the dedicated drill/drive switch is a new and very useful touch. In comparison to My friends Dewalts (even the more expensive XRP) the Makita is MUCH more reliable. His Dewalts have seen numorous returns and repairs, albiet with heavy use.(no moreso than I put my Makitas through, though!) My next purchace is going to be a right angle model of the same. Kudos to Makita. I highly reccomend them.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent versatile little dril and light set, October 15, 2005

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Dan Cooney (Ann Arbor, Michigan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita 6217DWDLE 12 Volt 3/8 Drive Cordless Driver-Drill and Flashlight Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

the only reason I hesitate giving this a 5 star is because the batteries don't last forever. But I've had this for the last 6 years or so, and I love it. I only use it occasionally for light work around the house - I imagine if I was constantly remodeling my house, then I'd need something with a touch more power or battery life. I am certainly keeping this until it dies, and don't expect to replace it any time soon (I'm just visiting this page to say I own it and like it, so I can get recommendations in hardware). The version I bought came with 2 batteries.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ten years with cordless drills, August 27, 2004

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Nevett Ensminger (Chapel Hill, NC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita 6217DWDLE 12 Volt 3/8 Drive Cordless Driver-Drill and Flashlight Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

When I hired on with an elite interior trim company some years back, I asked what was the first tool I should buy. My foreman told me to get a cordless drill, because all the drills on the crew were so busy that my chances of borrowing one were next to nothing. As a framer I had seen Makita drills keep going thru years of hideous abuse (the 9.6 types are incredibly robust). Anyway I went with a Makita 12 volt. I'll stick with Makita, but I've tried most others and like Panasonic and Millwaukee as well.