Hilti 12volt Tools

[ScotF]

Anyone have any experience with the smaller 12 volt drills, drivers and impacts in the Hilti line? They look like capable tools in a small footprint and I like the different options. Debating adding a set to my arsenal or going for a CXS/TXS to complement my other drills. I have a C12 and T15 already. Thanks

 

[Huxleywood]

I don't have any personal experience with the small Hilti models but this review gives a lot of data in the 12v drill/driver market and includes the TSX for a good frame of reference.
https://www.protoolreviews.com/buying-guides/best-12v-cordless-drill-roundup/25102/

 

[ScotF]

Thanks. That was a good article and nice to see some comparisons with everything out there.

 

[Huxleywood]

Just noticed that the same site took a look at more of the Hilti 12v line. https://www.protoolreviews.com/tools/power/cordless/hilti-12v-cordless-tools-launch/21819/

 

[cue003]

Good find and interesting results.  Too bad the festool finished in the middle of the pack vs being one of the big money items.

 

[Huxleywood]

That doesn't bother me at all, they reviewer made it clear the Festool was the best of the group at what it is designed for.  I have a CSX and the Bosch PS42 (brushless) that came in second in the test and while there is a lot of overlap they each have their strong suits.  Some lament the fact the TSX/CSX aren't brushless and/or have very little torque compared to say the Milwaukee 12v drill/drivers but I think it has plenty for what I use it for, the baby Milwaukees are long on hammer and short on velvet glove. 

 

[awil66]

I got the bag of three of them when they were on special for 249 at the hilti store. They are tiny and very light, which is useful in a lot of situations. Power is very good for the size I find, but even though they are the same voltage, my old c12 seems more powerful. (Can't seem to kill that thing.)

Trigger is nicely responsive, and I didn't notice any appreciable runout in the chucks.

The driver and the impact have quick change 1/4" chucks which work well. Never used the hammer function yet on the third drill, which has a Jacobs chuck, but I can only imagine it is light duty.

All told I would say they are a good value.