3 amp/hour NiMH batteries are the highest capacity batteries available
12-volt motor delivers 293 in./lbs of torque in low gear, 1,300 rpm in high gear
1/2-inch keyless chuck offers big-bit capacity
Lightweight and compact: only 3.9 pounds and 8-3/16-inch long
18-stage clutch provides precise torque control for screwing operation
Product Review
Amazon.com Review
Panasonic has found a way to pack a lot of power into a compact frame. With 293 in./lbs. of torque in low gear, this two-speed Panasonic 12-volt, 1/2-inch cordless Hyperformance drill muscles through the toughest jobs. It can also hurry through easier applications, delivering 1,300 rpm in high speed. Electronic speed control and 18 preset torque settings allow you to choose just the right power for the job, minimizing the risk of stripped screws. Yet, with all its power, this drill is still remarkably lightweight and maneuverable enough for anybody to use, thanks to the engineers at Panasonic. This drill has a sleek, ergonomic design, with conveniences such as onboard bit storage, an electronic brake, and a comfortable single-button forward/reverse switch. Everything is clearly marked and easy to use. Plus, the 3 amp hr NiMH battery provides the highest capacity available, meaning less downtime and fewer trips to the recharger. --Carl Thress
Comment: I have used this drill for a year now, nice and light, powerful, and easy to use. Best tool I have owned.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great Drill...Batteries??? 2002-07-25
Comment: The drill is great. It has plenty of power and the electronic speed control is nice. Add all this to a well balanced drill and you have a handsome package. However, I have had this drill for three years and I had to replace both batteries already. They seem to build a memory and I don't know how to prevent it from doing so. I have not used the drill extremely hard or abused it at all, to the contrary I use it but clean and maintain it better than most. I am not sure about the Ni-MH batteries,...
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great Drill 2002-06-13
Comment: When I first started looking for a cordless drill, I was looking for power, the more the better. However, with that comes a ton of weight as well. I had to change my mind set to what I actually was going to use the drill for. I'm a weekend warrior type person. The drill I buy was going to be used for ordinary do-it yourself work around the house. I could not justify buying a drill with so much torque that it could snap a head of a lag bolt off. I then started to look for a drill that had decent torque with a compact and lightweight design and with a good battery life for driving screws. Well, the Panasonic EY6407NQKW 12v. fits the bill perfectly. This unit is one of the smallest and best balanced drills out there. It has surprisingly good power. It can drive a 1/4"x31/2" lag bolt in without a pilot hole in a 4x4 P.T. However, the real beauty of this unit is in driving screws. It drove 332- 2"deck screws using a #2square bit into a 4x4 P.T. lumber on a single charge.(No pilot holes either.) AWSEOME! Other features I liked were the clutch settings and the electronic speed control. The clutch settings are accurate, and the electronic speed control works great for driving stubborn screws in. It also holds drill bits and drivers tight. So if you are looking for a lightweight, compact drill with decent torque, THIS IS THE DRILL FOR YOU. This deal also included the Big Lugg which works great. I would have given this drill 5 stars, but I want to see how long the batteries last. This is a nice unit.