Light Drill?

[Rockbox]

My Ni-CD drill is 2.4kg. I'm considering a Li-ion drill that's half that. So light in terms of weight, not use. Although I don't want those glorified power screwdrivers. I can stomach up to £60, but would prefer much less. Is it worth looking 2nd hand?

 

[K.C. Leblanc]

I personally wouldn't bother with 2nd hand. In my experience people rarely replace power tools unless they're knackered. £60 isn't a lot to spend, wíth the big brands that will barely get you a battery.

Probably best see what's in your local German supermarket.

 

[2004typer]

I bought one of these a few weeks ago, £40 quid above your budget but a good price for what it is, lightweight and reasonably powerful, would recommend if you can stretch the outlay:

https://www.toolstation.com/dewalt-dcd709d2t-gb-18v-xr-brushless-compact-combi-drill/p60545

 

[sovietspybob]

At that price go for Aldi or Lidl stuff, they're decent and i doubt you'd get anything better for the price.

 

[Thekwango]

At 60 quid, unfortunately, you don’t have much in the way of options and can’t really be picky, as above - lidl or aldi branded stuff is your best best.

 

[radderfire]

I am seeing Bosch Li-ion products within your budget. This power tools page has the shops and brands.

 

[jpaul]

if you need lightweight/small for the dexterity it provides getting into smaller places - is wired out ..
I've used a drill over last couple of years mostly with a wire brush for preparing metalwork and a cordless would be bulky, and the mains socket is never far.

 

[Semple]

Remember if you're after the lighter weight you'll also need to go for the smallest battery possible. Bigger the capacity the more they weigh, but with the obvious caveat that it won't last as long.

 

[Reuben klang]

The lighter/smaller the tool generally speaking the less powerful it is. What exactly are you needing it for? Do you need hammer function? You going to be doing loads holes with holesaws? Speed bits? Or is it just for screws? You going into steel, joist, floor etc

Think you’re going to really struggle to get a light to handle drill that’ll perform heavy duty tasks for £60.

Aldi doing a drill for £14.99 and a battery + charger for £41.98

Or a less powerful one with a kit for £49.99

 

[Mysterae_]

I'm sure this fits the given criteria:

It's light at only 350g, it's cheap at less than £10 and it doesn't need batteries either! You have the option to bang your head on the back handle for hammer action too.

 

[Thekwango]

I'm sure this fits the given criteria:

It's light at only 350g, it's cheap at less than £10 and it doesn't need batteries either! You have the option to bang your head on the back handle for hammer action too.

I actually have one of those - well, similar design but way older!

 

[Rockbox]

An update: I went with this drill. 1.3kg, and maybe 2 small batteries are better than 1 big one.

Bauker 18V Cordless Brushless Combi Drill 2 x 2.0Ah | Toolstation

• Two speed gearbox, 21 settings, Max 40Nm • No load speed: 0-450/0-1600 rpm • Impact rate: 0-7200/0-25600 BPM • 13mm keyless chuck, LED light • Max capacity: 35mm wood, 10mm metal, 13mm masonry Includes Bauker 18V cordless drill, 2 x 2.0Ah batteries and a charger.

www.toolstation.com

 

[K.C. Leblanc]

An update: I went with this drill. 1.3kg, and maybe 2 small batteries are better than 1 big one.

Bauker 18V Cordless Brushless Combi Drill 2 x 2.0Ah | Toolstation

• Two speed gearbox, 21 settings, Max 40Nm • No load speed: 0-450/0-1600 rpm • Impact rate: 0-7200/0-25600 BPM • 13mm keyless chuck, LED light • Max capacity: 35mm wood, 10mm metal, 13mm masonry Includes Bauker 18V cordless drill, 2 x 2.0Ah batteries and a charger.

www.toolstation.com

That look amazing for the money.

 

[Chris Wilson]

Second hand power tools are like second hand women, they have been replaced for very good reasons, avoid!