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Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V

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Overall rating 5.0

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Ease of Use is rated at a 5/5 for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V :

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Reviews
Number reviews: 36
Overal rating: 5
Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Paddison Appliance Testing
9th February 2022

Had one of these years ago when I was working for telewest / virginmedia as an installer. Used daily with various sized systems bits never caused any problems.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Martyn Smith
1st February 2022

I'm now on my 3rd one in 8 years. I do give them quite a hammering though and they eventually seem to bust when using a socket box sinking tool. When brand new the last 2 have had a habit of spitting oil or lubricant out the side when in use.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Craig
30th June 2021

This SDS hammer drill is brilliant. It is very powerful, light and has forward and reverse gears. I have used this drilling into thick, hard walls and it drilled holes no problem. I would recommend this drill.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by KC Construction
21st February 2021

This is a fantastic SDS drill, it’s lightweight, easy to use, and powerful. Comes with forward and reverse gear, hammer drill is very powerful.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by C J Mcleod Electrical
15th February 2021

Love this thing! I picked it up for a house renovation which it completed happily and is still going strong. I deliberately went wired as I think SDS needs that extra umph that you can't get without spending mega bucks on a cordless. The cord, however, is really long and sturdy which is handy when working on site

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by dgelectric
20th December 2020

this was the first tool i ever brought ,over 20 years ago and it is still as good today as when i brought it .i hace hammered over the years and it still keeps going

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Carpenter
5th October 2020

Smashing drill from makita not the most powerful one ive ever used but does what it says it can do and does it well. Our firm owns 2 and not had a problem yet

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Cubeko Electrical
27th September 2020

I’ve had the 110v version of this and 230v version for a while. This is for when the battery version struggles. Like for drilling 25mm holes at a large depth, or cleaning out chases. I’ve abused them to bits by having them on constant hammer mode and using the armeg tri-cutter head but they stilll are going strong.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Bb Builder
26th September 2020

The Makita SDS range is excellent. So easy to use, and is such a dependable tool. The case is compact and solid and normally comes lots of good accessories such as drill bits and chisel points. Really can't go wrong with this one. Eats through concrete.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Jonathan Dauncey
26th September 2020

Great bit of kit, initially bought for stonewalls where cordless just wouldn't cut it. Used for drilling 20mm holes 800 deep and didn't struggle once. Even used it as a core drill with an SDS adaptor in a pinch when it failed. Again didn't miss a beat, would highly recommend for the price

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by D Baker Carpentry
31st March 2020

Having had this hammer drill prior to getting cordless version I was so very pleased with its capabilities and pleased to say I would highly recommend to anyone.
The SDS chuck is great, depth stop, additional handle and plus carry case are of great quality so a good addition.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Heath Electrical Services (MK) Ltd
12th October 2019

Each engineer has one and swears by it. Amazing bit of kit and not had an issue with any of them in years. Comes with a great carry case and a set of common SDS bits.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by DL Property Maintenance Services
28th February 2019

Had one of these for years now, very good value for money, powerful as a breaker as well as a drill, even use this drill with a 100mm diamond core but in it as well, which is a bit extreme but it copes well.
For what they cost they are a very capable drill.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Neptune Property Service
31st January 2019

Great bit of kit however my only negative comment I can give is that the push button on the side of the handle to keep the drill running without having to hold the trigger pops out on its own too easily which can mean constant stop starting when using it in hammer action to remove render etc.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by JSM Plumbing and Heating services
28th July 2018

Great value for money, I’ve had my current one for five years with no problems and the one before that is a longer I’m always using it so it’s got a hard life and never skips complete.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Cope Gas Services
30th June 2018

Great drill & a great price. I’ve had mine for 4/5 years without any problems. I wouldn’t use anything else.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by L Kennedy Property
30th June 2018

If I was limited to one sds still this would be it (and I was for a long time).This drill can handle almost anything,I even use mine for core drills . Had it for about five years now, never lets me down.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by B H heating solutions
16th April 2018

Great value for money has few years and not dropped a beat can’t complain at all would recommend not really pushed mine that hard thou

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Dh builders
21st February 2018

This drill packs a punch the quality and power is everything you would expect from makita not met a material that it has a great struggle with

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Michael cushion
20th December 2017

Been using this drill for all sorts it drills theough any material with ease. Used it for core drilling 4 and 5 inch holes and never struggles

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by DMH Bathroom Installatins
18th December 2017

A tough drill that I’ve had years and is still going strong, the hammer option is very good considering the size of it, I do abuse it and also use it for core drilling really testing it’s limits and it’s not struggled yet,

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by PMA Gas Solutions
2nd December 2017

I have been using this for core drilling and it has the power to do the job. Little bit too expensive for a plug in but I find the build quality makes up
For it.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Jm limited
10th October 2017

Brilliant bit of kit using one daily for past couple of weeks core drilling 4 inch holes going strong like a troop

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Newport Electrical Services
10th October 2017

This Drill is the daddy for your everyday 240v jobs it dose anything from drilling to chasing walls as the saying goes this on takes a hammering and keeps on going. Had 2 of these so far and have no complaints the grip is expecially handy and can be moved to a position to suit the job and the cable is a at a good length for those out of the way jobs.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Prenton Plumbing Service Ltd
25th September 2017

I have had this drill many times over the years can't fault it for the money
I do tend to abuse it somewhat so I accept that every couple of years it gets replaced
But I wouldn't be without it

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Devaney electrical
28th June 2017

Got the 110. Gets hammered all the time, lots of chasing, days on end drilling peg holes etc. Been going for a few years hasn't even needed brushes yet. Can't ask for more for near enough 100 quid...

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by David Hainey & Co
24th June 2017

This is a very handy piece of kit great for knocking out the odd brick. Very fast for drilling holes

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Clearwater Plumbing & Heating
3rd June 2017

Had this drill for a few years now and its still going, clutch can be a bit sensitive but for the price i paid it has more than earnt its place.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by AMG GAS
30th May 2017

Usually go for dewalt but thought I would try this drill it's been perfect, very reasonable price and well built.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by L H Brickwork Ltd
27th May 2017

Not a bad drill having the chisel action is great and is helped by the drill being quite light compared to other drills i have used.

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Sunrise Plumbing & Heating
21st April 2017

Brought this and thought it's made by Makita I can't go wrong..... what a mistake 1st use failed on drilling a hole for a flue so took it back and replaced for the same again. After a few weeks drill again failed. So returned and got Bosch completely different class

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by C & P Waters Property Services Ltd
16th April 2017

Got this on offer from screwfix to see how out did on core drilling. Have a bigger drill but it's heavy as anything. This is loads lighter and still dies a great job. Sometimes feels like the clutch is a bit light but better than the alternative. Manages everything i throw at it. I have the cordless for less heavy work but out of curiosity i tried a 40mm core with that and it managed

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by The Window Workshop (Sussex) Ltd
13th April 2017

Robust and does the job, would recommend for a decent, cheapish SDS. Had mine for a few years and gets heavy use (window fitting)

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by A L Plumbing & Heating
19th January 2017

good value SDS drill will cope with most you throw at it with ease

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Finnoah Construction Ltd
27th December 2016

Great tool, does what it says on the label, if you're looking for value for money, get one!

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Review for Makita HR2470-1 SDS+ ROTARY HAMMER 240V by Jake Matthews Property Development and Management
20th December 2016

Brilliant bit of kit

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Asked on 28th July 2018 by JSM Plumbing and Heating services

Great value for money, I’ve had my current one for 5 years with no problems and the one before that for even longer I’m always using it so it’s got a hard life and never skips a beat.

Answered on 28th July 2018 by Crawley HVAC Services

Same here, I loved this drill more than my wife, until the apprentice decided to use it to core a flue hole. it literally was flaming hot. Time to buy a new drill.


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