Milwaukee Drill Driver vs Hammer Drill Run-Out?

[PretendMechanic]

Older posts I've found in regards to older Milwaukee hammer capable drill models indicated the hammer capable versions have more run out. Is this still the case?

Need a drill, looking to add to my M12 setup. These two models look almost identical (2503 vs 2504, see below). They both have the same length, weight, and all other dimensions according to Milwaukee's website, however accurate that may be.

I like the added option of having the versatility of a hammer drill if necessary, however not at the expense of accuracy and run out. I don't really think I'll ever need the hammer option much, will be using this drill for automotive use (repair, fabrication, customization).

Interesting to note that I have been able to consistently find the hammer capable version for quite a bit cheaper than the regular version on ebay.

 

[plc268]

I know this doesn't directly answer your question, but I have the fuel hammer drill m12, and my drill bits wobbled significantly less after I swapped it out for a Rohm chuck. I don't have any way to measure runout though.

 

[rmack898]

It's a hand held drill, pick the one you like best.

Drills don't drill perfectly round holes even in a drill press so runout should not be a consideration.

 

[PretendMechanic]

Didn't really know aftermarket chucks were a thing on cheap handheld drills, will look into it, thanks.

The drill I like best is the drill with less runout.

 

[PretendMechanic]

I understand rmack898's argument, but in this case it's a moot point since both drills are physically identical, have the same specs, only differing in hammer capability.

Therefore, I like them both identically (physically), possibly the hammer more if run out is equal, possibly the regular drill more if run-out is less so on it.

Trying to take advantage of an ebay bucks promotion, any input greatly appreciated!

 

[BioNerd]

I just bought thw fuel hammer version. Ive had the regular fuel drill for years. Im impressed with the new one i got, very happy. Loud as fuss tho.

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[PretendMechanic]

I just bought thw fuel hammer version. Ive had the regular fuel drill for years. Im impressed with the new one i got, very happy. Loud as fuss tho.

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Thanks for the input!

What impressed you about it?

Was your regular fuel drill the newer stubby or the older longer one?

How does the run-out compare?

Is the hammer drill loud when not on the hammer setting?

 

[Fly YX]

If you're just using it for automotive work I got the one without the hammer. It's a good drill but sometimes I'll accidentally while tightening a drill bit I'll flip it to hammer.

 

[LeoW]

You can choose any standard drill, but you'll have to buy a set of drills for it then to turn it into a universal drill that can be used for all types of work. But in your case hammer drill will be more practical, because you make fabrication as I understood. I read a large number of recommendations and reviews, for example, here’s the last one, if you are interested - https://drilling-it.com/impact-drill-vs-hammer-drill-vs-regular-what-do-i-really-need/
I decided to purchase hammer drill too, I am satisfied.

 

[PretendMechanic]

UPDATE:

I handles both drills today. The hammer version has significantly more play to accomadate the hammer function. I purchased the non hammer version.

Fly VX also made a very good point about the digitial clutch and hammer "switch". Tactile quick adjustment of the clutch is basically thrown out the window because you can very easily switch the drill into hammer mode, as clutch adjustment and hammer engagement is via the same digital switch ring.

Thanks for all the input everyone. Would have been very dissapointed if I had purchased the hammer version.

 

[Rabid Badger]

Didn't really know aftermarket chucks were a thing on cheap handheld drills, will look into it, thanks.

Only when they're Milwaukees.

 

[MattT]

Only when they're Milwaukees.

Milwaukee don't have a monopoly on **** chucks. And IME the Milwaukees are one of the better OEM chucks IF you get one that runs true.

 

[Rabid Badger]

Milwaukee don't have a monopoly on **** chucks./QUOTE]

True. Other TTI brands are awful, too.

And IME the Milwaukees are one of the better OEM chucks IF you get one that runs true.

If you get one of their top of the line drills that come with a Rohm chuck as of this year because they couldn't figure out how to make the old ones work, yeah.

The chuck they're still using on everything else is absolute garbage that can't keep a bit from slipping to save its life.