DeWalt DW511 1/2" (13mm) 7.8 Amp VSR Hammerdrill

Product Description

Able to handle everything from wood and steel to masonry and concrete, the DEWALT DW511 1/2-Inch VSR Single-Speed Hammer drill is a versatile tool. Featuring a dependable 7.8 amp motor, variable-speed control, and a comfortable grip, this tool makes quick work of your drilling or fastening tasks.

Powerful Motor with Overload Protection
The DEWALT 1/2-Inch VSR Single-Speed Hammer Drill's durable and powerful 7.8 amp motor is capable of delivering a maximum of 650 watts. Also, it offers overload protection and a variable-speed trigger for precise hole placement and material-appropriate performance.

Versatile Dual-Mode Design
Built to make quick work of light-duty concrete and masonry applications, this tool's hammer mode allows it to bore through tough materials without damaging or burning the bit. The hammer drill's works in concrete, wood, and steel. It offers a 1/2-inch drilling capacity when working with steel, and a 1-1/4-inch capacity when working with wood, and a 5/32- to 3/8-inch capacity when working with concrete.

Comfortable, Accurate Handling
A two-finger rubber trigger makes speed control easy, while a 360-degree side handle offers hand-position options for optimum handling. An integrated depth rod provides top-down accuracy.

The hammer drill measures 11-1/2-inches long and weighs an easy-to-manage 4.3 pounds.

The DW511 1/2-Inch VSR Single-Speed Hammer Drill comes with a DEWALT warranty package that includes a three-year limited warranty, a one-year free service contract, and a 90-day money-back guarantee.

What's in the Box
DW511 DEWALT 1/2-Inch VSR Single-Speed Hammer Drill, 360-degree side handle, depth rod, and chuck key with holder.

• 7.8 Amp motor provides high performance and overload protection
• Variable speed allows for precise hole placement on work surface
• Dual mode: hammerdrill/drill for wood, steel or masonry applications
• 4.3 lbs. - lightweight design for extended use and less user fatigue
• 360° side handle with depth rod offers greater control, versatility, and increased depth accuracy

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1/2 inch hammer drill is fast and strong. July 7, 2007

By chuck8094

Amazon Verified Purchase

I used to carry a 3/8th inch drill because it was light and fast, and a 1/2 inch hammer drill because it was slow (for large drill bits) and powerful (for drilling concrete, up to 1 inch diameter holes). This DeWalt is twice as fast as my 3/8th inch drill, twice as powerful as the hammer drill that I wore out, and the variable speed trigger works well, too. That means I no longer have to carry 2 drills in order to always have the right tool for the job.

My shopping expeditions generally found imported junk that felt like it would break in about a week, or big, heavy, 22 inch long, "professional" drills, with 2 speed transmissions, for way more than I wanted to spend. I have seen a battery operated hammer drill do the kind of work I do, so knew I didn't need the expensive drills, but I don't like the price of batteries which fail in a year or two. This drill is right in the middle and exactly what I need; simple, corded, slow, fast, light, and powerful.

DeWalt DW511 , Great Drill November 3, 2008

By Walt in VT

I'm writing this review for those who have a hard time trying to decide on a drill as I did. People sometimes write reviews only because they either love the product or absolutely hate it. Well here's my opinion of the DeWalt DW511 hammer drill.
For what it's worth , I searched and researched for about two weeks before I listed my priorities and decided on this drill. I needed it to strap my basement walls for insulation. I knew that after this job it would become my corded general purpose drill to use when I needed the power. The major factor on chooseing this drill was it's amps and mostly the weight. I have used it and to my amazement I drilled a 3/16 X 2 1/2 inch hole in poured concrete w/rocks in about 10 seconds. This seems to be a great drill and is light in weight , less than four pounds, I wouldn't want a big heavy drill for general work around the house. Now that I have my major project done I wouldn't have much use for a hammer drill other than an occasional hole in concrete but I can also use this for a general purpose drill when I need more power than my cordless gives me as this drill provides two options , hammer drill or with the flip of a switch , regular drill. The price is good and the warranty is longer than most. I think I made a good choice for my needs.

Dewalt makes a real hammer September 29, 2007

By Sharod G. Broadhead

The DeWalt DW 511 met all of my needs and without any hickups. I needed to install electrical boxes as well as hanger bracket on 52 Ft of foundation wall that was 14 Ft high. In addition, the ceiling was also cement and it required numerous lighting fixtures to be instaled from the under side. The work was hard but by using the DW511 instead of my Mikita hammer drill that kept overheating, I cut the time in half and with ease. I'd recommend this drill for this type of work any day.

Great drill March 20, 2011

By rabyn

After borrowing a buddies for (2) masonry jobs I finally broke down & bought my own. $99 @ Home Depot.

One person mentions the chuck not holding but I was just reading thru the manual & it says you need to tighten around the chuck by hitting all 3 points & tightening (like a wheel on a car). So maybe that's the issue.

Secondly, another person says it died after 2 years. The manual states that it comes with a 3 year warranty. Keep a copy of your receipt in the box / with the tool!

I'm very impressed by this drill. I just finished drilling (4) 3/4" by 14" holes thru solid concrete. The drill was rock solid! :)