Makita HR4010C 1-9/16, Another Makita Winner
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Another Makita Winner
I recently purchased this Makita HR4010C,1 9/16 11 amp SDS-Max rotary hammer with AVT primarily to help me dig holes for posts and plants in my rocky,clay soil (called chert) in Northeast Alabama.Also wanted to use it for breaking up concrete and mortar to put in a new walkway. I also bought 12 inch and 18 inch bull points(Hitachi) and a Dewalt clay spade (as recommended in other reviews,but not sold on Amazon) and a scaling chisel.
I had read good reviews on other sites prior to purchase.
This Makita breaks up concrete with the bull point easily, no vibration. I used it again today to help dig several post holes (the first 18 inches of 24) and using the clay spade for the first foot and,then the 18 inch bull point for the deeper work.It worked great, and again no vibration.Now I need a 24 inch bull point.The Dewalt clay spade digs fine too.I have other Makita tools and have never been disappointed in their quality or durability.This HR4010C is worth what I paid for it and I can recommend it without hesitation, because if you want a tool of this type that will do the job and last, it will cost you for sure.I am an average-sized person( 5 ft 10 in,167 lbs),65 years old, and I handled it easily. Be certain to use the provided grease for the hub end of the implements and clean it off after using them .
Follow-up/ It’s Sept.08 and this tool is still going strong after many projects. It’s worth all that I paid for it. No problems. pathdoc60
Update (5/19/2012): This item is currently on sale here for the lowest price I’ve seen. I also found some auctions for this item here.
The featured review for this product, Makita HR4010C 1-9/16 inch AVT Rotary Hammer, SDS-MAX Tools & Hardware, was written by Michael W. OBrien.
The average rating for this item is out of 5 stars, according to 3 reviews.
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Reviews (3)
Tyman
April 2nd, 2010 at 2:08 am
Hammer Time
Busting up concrete and being a plumber go hand in hand. I use a Bosch at work but after banging concrete for hours the noise and vibration get to you. The Makita seems more quiet and I definitely feel less vibration.
The D-handle is also very nice and I am addicted to it for detail work like chipping concrete around a pipe. This rotary does a great job.
The case is HUGE blow mold plastic. It has room for a few bits but not many. Bits for this girl are not stocked at your local stores. So, running down the depot for a 1″ bit isn’t going to happen. You either have it or your order it. Or if your a contractor you can get them at a supply house like I did.
If your a homeowner I would say this rotary is overkill, unless you are going to use the clay spade attachment for digging. The smallest bit you would want to run is a 3/8″.
Unknown
April 26th, 2010 at 8:31 am
Product Description
Anti Vibration Technology provides a counterbalance system that reduces vibration to only 4.5 m/s2 for unmatched comfort. Powerful 11 AMP motor delivers efficient 1350-2750 BPM to tackle the most demanding jobs. Cordless: No, Rated RPM: 235 - 480, Amps: 11, Variable Speed: Yes, Hammering Modes: Hammering Only, Hammering with Rotation, Impact Energy (J): 9.5, Blows Per Minute (BPM): 1,350 - 2,750, Case Included: Yes
Michael W. OBrien
April 30th, 2010 at 2:09 am
Another Makita Winner
Rated 5 stars.
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