Milwaukee 0522-21 18 Volt 1/2-Inch Driver/Drill 0-450/1500 RPM, T-Handle One Battery, Charger & Case

by Milwaukee

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

If you have been dissatisfied with other cordless tools, step up to Milwaukee contractor cordless. The 0522-21, 18-volt T-handle driver/drill has a reversible battery for working in tight spaces and better balance for overhead work. With 400 in/lbs. of torque and 20 different clutch positions this tool is ideal for use as a drill or screwdriver. Drill large holes or drive long screws into wood, metal, composites, drywall, and other materials. The soft grip reduces pressure points and absorbs tool vibrations. The T-handle design provides optimum balance and comfort. Milwaukee products have a limited warranty, 30-day no-risk trial. The 0522-21 comes with the driver/drill, one battery, one hour charger, and case.

Product Details

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• 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: B0000223I1
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 0522-21
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #798,714 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars No Down-Time, July 7, 2000

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Scott Smith (Massachusetts) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Milwaukee 0522-21 18 Volt 1/2-Inch Driver/Drill 0-450/1500 RPM, T-Handle One Battery, Charger & Case (Tools & Home Improvement)

This drill is strong, and sensitive at the same time. I was able to screw a deck together with no waiting for the other battery to charge. Don't let the low torque rating fool you. 400 lbs is plenty to get any job done. I drove 6-inch deck bolts without killing the battery. The reversable battery has surprisingly come in handy several times when I need to get in a weird spot (like on decking, or framing). The only minor thing I would change on this model is the chuck. Sometimes it loosens. I have since bought a second Milwaukee, this one is the 2.4 amp hr version, which has the vastly improves metal keyless chuck. Get either model, it is well worth it, and I've not seen a lower price than Amazon.com

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't mess around, get this one first, May 28, 2002

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D. Crain "nanohead" (NJ United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Milwaukee 0522-21 18 Volt 1/2-Inch Driver/Drill 0-450/1500 RPM, T-Handle One Battery, Charger & Case (Tools & Home Improvement)

I'm not particulary brand loyal, but these people really build some fantastic tools. Not all Milwaukee stuff is great, but this drill has more power than most cordless drills, can take massive abuse, and lasts a long time on a charge. It has weaknesses (the triggers destroy themselves) but all in all a super top notch unit. I've been through several other brands, but this one is a keeper. I'm becoming convinced that if you want indestructable heavy duty tools, milwaukee is the way to go. All of my other milwaukee tools have taken such abuse it is amazing, but not even a dent or scratch.

If you have a second battery and the quick charger, you never have to stop working. If you need to drive a 18" long 1" dia auger bit through huge timbers like I've done, this unit will do it effortlessly.

5.0 out of 5 stars more than impressive, November 24, 2001

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Kenneth R Ruiz (vallejo, california United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Milwaukee 0522-21 18 Volt 1/2-Inch Driver/Drill 0-450/1500 RPM, T-Handle One Battery, Charger & Case (Tools & Home Improvement)

Ive owned the Milwaukee 18 volt drill for over twelve months
now and its without a doubt the best cordless Ive ever used!

Just to name a few I have driven 150-3inch screws into hard
wood on a single charge! Ive drilled 5/8 inch holes into
concrete 8 inches deep (I dont have the hammer model) too
many times to list. Ive drilled 1/2 inch holes into marble.
basically no screw or drill material has evan slowed it down.

The tool has been under daily use for 12 months with many days
of up to 6 hours usage. The first two days I used the Milwaukee
it felt heavy but I havent noticed it since. The balance is
incredible especially working overhead with the battery reversed.

My drill has hit the deck dozens of times with one 15 foot fall
off a ladder onto a concrete driveway, the only damage was
a few deep scratches in the body.

If possible the tool seems to get stronger with age!
Milwaukee has a real winner here and over all I say it smokes
the yellow and blue brands (I own both)

My only commplaint is that the Milwaukee emblem is wearing of the side.................