Torque, torque and more torque! This package is nothing but power. The 14.4-volt cordless impact driver and the MForce drill put super strength in your hands for the toughest tasks.
Despite being beastly powerful, this impact driver is shockingly compact and lightweight, with a total length of under 7 inches and weighing in at a mere 3-1/2 pounds including the battery. But dont let that mislead you -- impacts per minute range from 0 to 3,200, with a maximum tightening torque of 1,240 in./lbs. And the power doesnt quit, either, because the nickel-metal-hydride battery packs a greater capacity and longer run time than standard nickel-cadmium versions. Even though it fits snugly in the hand, its an absolute dynamo in the power department, and the variable speed is smooth as silk.
There are two nifty light-related features on this Makita, and we werent all that impressed with them on paper. But in reality, the phosphorescent rubber bumper immediately catches your eye, whether youre rummaging in your truck, fumbling in your garage or scanning the job site for any left-behind tools. And the integrated high-output LED really does light up the workpiece, saving you time and frustration. We always like to see tools with easily accessible and easily replaced brushes, because if your tools in the repair shop, its not making you any money.
The MForce drill/driver is just as powerful and just as rugged as the impact driver, with the same high-efficiency nickel-metal-hydride battery power. Speed ranges from 0 to 400 and 0 to 1,300 rpm to tackle just about any drilling or driving job, with a Makita-made Shift Lock Drive that lets you switch quickly between modes, locking out the clutch for drilling work. And like the impact driver, the drill in this combo is compact, lightweight and easy on your hardworking body. The rubberized grip absorbs any vibration and feels great in your hand.
The fluorescent worklight will come in handy, too, whether youre in a crawlspace or under an engine. All three pieces are Makita quality, and the price on this combo beats buying them separately. --
Kris Jensen-Van HesteWhats in the Box Impact driver, MForce Drill, worklight, two batteries, charger and tool case
Owner Reviews, Ratings, Comments and Criticism
I can't answer that question for you, but I will venture a guess that you will most likely not regret purchasing this one! After checking specs and tool reviews on Dewalt, Bosch, ect., I decided on the Makita and have been extremely pleased with the results. Until you've used an impact driver, it is hard to imagine how much easier they are to use than cordless drills for driving screws. This impact driver has true variable speed control. That is, you get high torgue at slow speeds so you can slowly and precisely tap in those stubborn screws. Also, it is small and lightweight and goes where some cordless drills won't. The battery seems to last forever--significantly longer than in a cordless drill. Lastly, I thought the light integral with the driver was a gimmick, but it has come in very handy many times! After some getting used to it, you can turn the light on without spinning the bit. The cordless drill in the kit is just fine and it is nice to have a separate tool for drilling only. I cannot comment on the worklight, because my kit did not come with one.
