Over in Europe and other regions, Makita launched a new 18V cordless drill driver with interchangeable tool heads, model DDF491.
The Makita DDF491 is essentially an 18V LXT 1/4″ hex cordless screwdriver with tool head interface.
It comes with 4 attachment heads – a keyless drill chuck, quick-release 1/4″ hex screwdriver bit chuck, offset adapter with 1/4″ hex screwdriver bit chuck, and right angle adapter.
As with similar tools, the right angle adapter has its own interface for use with the other drilling or driving chucks.
Makita DDF491 Drill Specs
- Brushless motor
- 13mm (1/2″) drill chuck max capacity
- 0-500/0-1900 RPM no load speeds
- 20 torque clutch settings
- Max fastening torque 27 Nm (~239 in-lbs) soft, 50 Nm (~443 in-lbs) hard
- 65 Nm (~575 in-lbs) max torque
- LED light with pre-glow and afterglow functions
- Weighs 1.2 – 2.1 kg with battery (~2.65 – 4.63 lbs)
At this time USA availability details are not available.
Discussion
While multi-head cordless drills are not new, it’s good to see more brands launch 18V-class tools of this kind.
The next most recent addition in this space was Dewalt’s Atomic 20V Max model last year – see Dewalt is Launching their First 20V Multi-Head Drill Driver.
