Hammer drills tend to get criticized for their beefy size and weight, which is another reason this model stands out among the ...

Makita's new BHP454 is an 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 1/2-in. Hammer Driver-Drill that features a 4-pole motor delivering 560 in. lbs. of torque. It has 25% faster rpm in low speed than the previous model.

In its HP488D Cordless Hammer Drill manual, Makita recommends using lubrication when drilling certain types of metal.