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DEWALT DW987K-2 18 Volt XRP 1/2-Inch Heavy Duty Adjustable Clutch Drill/Driver Kit

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DeWalt DW987K-2 description

Dewalt built Series 4000 high torque motor delivers 450 in-lbs. of maximum torque Exclusive 3-speed all metal transmission features MAX 3rd speed of 0-2000 RPM which is 38% faster than high speed 1/2" ratcheting chuch lock prevents bits from spinn  

DeWalt DW987K-2 specifications

ASIN
B00005O028
Battery Type
Lithium-ion (Li-ion)
Battery Voltage
18 Volt
Type
Drill/Driver
Brand
DeWalt
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Model
DW987K-2
Manufacturer
Dewalt
Height
5.25 inches
Width
14.25 inches
Length
16 inches
Weight
13.75 pounds
Package Height
5.25 inches
Package Width
14.25 inches
Package Length
16 inches
Package Weight
13.75 pounds

DeWalt DW987K-2 reviews

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I've had this drill for about two years now. I had the standard DeWalt 18v first which was disappointing. The chuck was worthless if your goal was keeping a bit in it. I returned this drill after a few months and picked up the XRP.

A friend and I picked up the XRP's at the same time and we both have been very impressed with the quality. I have spent day's jamming 3/4' auger bits through hardened floor joists in 100 year old houses. I guess the clutch has slipped a few times but nothing that a quick adjustment hasn't fixed. It's been buried under piles of plaster, stored in my trunk over weekends with 30 below temps, dropped on cement floors and it's still going strong 2 years later.

Not sure what you guys are doing but I've pounded mine mercilessly and it rocks.

12/16/2003
Great drill.. Like the extra battery!
Earlier I wrote that this drill broke after the warranty expired... Well, it didn't! Turns out I moved the clutch when drilling and it appeared that the gears gave out. All I had to do was turn the clutch back to one of the presets and all was good! I have used the heck out of this drill for drilling many holes and putting in many screws (drywall, shelving, etc.) and used it to build a playset for the kids. Battery life is very good and I love the fact that there is another battery. I am pleased with this drill & would buy it again. Now that I educated myself to the clutching mechanism, all is good!
8/13/2005
Adequate Torque But Too Damn Heavy
I'm a contractor. I lift heavy things all day long, so I'm no 90lb weakling. But, I have to admit, I sold this tool after three months because I found it too heavy and cumbersome for all day use. The torque was adequate, but I find my 12v Porter Cable drill equally up to the task at a fraction of the weight. (Unfortunately, the chuck on the P/C drills are a total piece of crap, which is a whole other story!) Oh, this drill is fine for driving a few screws here and there, or the occasional heavy duty drilling tasks. But due to their weight and size, I now believe 18v drills in general are not versatile enough for professionals to use on a full day-to-day basis. In fact, many other contractors and builders I know have also dumped their 18v+ drills for lighter, smaller 12v and even 9.6v models. Plus, whenever I need a little extra power, I just pull out my 1/2" Milwaukee Hammer Drill, plug it in, and bombs away!!
2/12/2005