Makita Angle Drill

Angle drills, or right-angle drills to be precise, are the perfect tool when it comes to certain electrical or plumbing jobs. I'm talking about when you need to make large holes in tight spaces, such as in wall studs and joists. Usually people don't realize they have a need to own an angle drill until such a situation comes up. An angle drill is just like a normal drill except the chuck is at a right angle to the body, allowing it to get into those tight spaces while at the same time allowing you the user to apply enough force to get the job done. Sometimes people will try to attach a hole saw to their straight drill to get a large diameter hole drilled, but if you have to go through 2+ inches of wood like when there is bottom plate and sub-floor, an angle drill is certainly a great tool for the job. 

Makita Angle Drills

Makita DA3010F 3/8" Angle Drill with L.E.D. Light - Sells for roughly $196. It has a high output white LED light for illuminating the work area, and you never have to replace the bulb. Has a variable speed 4.3 amp motor that tops out at 2400 rpm. It's compact and perfect for working between framing studs. Has paddle switch with speed-limiting dial.

Makita DA4031 1/2" Angle Drill (2-Speed, Reversible) - Goes for around $335. It has a powerful two-speed 10 amp motor with torque limiter (only on the low speed) to disengage if there's binding . Sidewinder handle allows it to rotate 90 degrees left or right. Sturdy side handle for support with storage for the hex wrench.

Makita DA4000LR 1/2" Angle Drill (Variable Speed, Reversible) - Sells for around $279. It has 7.5 amp motor and a variable speed switch that is trigger sensitive. You can remove the angle attachment and use it as a straight drill.

Cordless Angle Drills

Makita BDA350 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 3/8" Angle Drill - Sells for around $342. Has four pole motor that gives 121 in.lbs of torque. Has 30 minute rapid optimum battery charger with built-in fan. Only weighs 3.5 pounds! Has a built in LED light for work area illumination. Comes with three year warranty.

Makita DA312DWD 12V 3/8" Cordless Angle Drill Kit (Variable Speed, Reversible) - Sells for about $199. Has a strong 2.6Ah NiMH battery. Compact design makes it perfect for drilling and driving in tight spaces. Has 3/8 inch keyless chuck for quick bit changes. Has overload protector for preventing motor from burning out. Has electric brake to quickly stop the chuck.

In our experience, Makita drills are some of the best, and we have no problems giving them our highest recommendation. And their angle drills are no exception. We've found them to be durable and ergonomically sound, and they just plain get the job done in tight spaces. One thing we've noticed with lots of drills made by other companies, is the stress and strain they put on the body, particular on long days when their is a lot of work to be done. We feel fortunate to have discovered Makita's tools, for precisely this reason.