Makita 6408 4.9 Amp 3/8-Inch Drill by Product Reviews Centre

This unit features a powerful 4.9 amp motor with keyless chuck for convenient bit installation and removal. It has a large trigger switch for easy operation. Drill a variety of materials at variable speeds (0 - 2,500 rpm). This drill is easy on the ears with a low decibel rating (79dB) for quieter operation. Its in-line handle design means maximum power thrust. It has a large recessed lock-on button and the reversing switch is conveniently located. Makita’s all ball bearing construction means longer tool life. Your purchase includes keyless chuck.

Powerful 4.9 amp motor
Keyless chuck for fast and easy bit installation and removal
Large trigger switch for easy operation
Variable speed (0 - 2,500 rpm) for drilling in a wide variety of materials
Low decibel rating (79dB) for quieter operation
In-line handle design for better control
Large recessed lock-on button
Reversing switch is conveniently located
All ball bearing construction for durability

What’s in the Box

Keyless chuck (763109-6)

Specifications

Capacities: Steel 3/8″; Wood 1″
No load speed: 0 - 2,500 rpm
Amps: (115V) 4.9
Overall length: 10-9/32″
Net weight: 3.1 lbs.
Shipping weight: 4.0 lbs.

Variable speed (0 - 2,500 RPM). Includes reversible switch and lock on button. All ball bearing construction. Amps 4.9 (115V). Double insulated. Convenient belt clip Standard Equipment: Keyless chuck.

Customer Reviews

Makita Makita Makita
Excellent drill.
I bought this to use on an as-needed basis and ended up using it a whole lot.
It is really well built and worth the little bit more that you might spend versus a competitor.
Just get it… and hang shelves, adjust everything, install an A/C, build something from random Home Depot parts.. whatever. Very handy tool.

The chuck is removable
After breaking the keyless chuck (don’t ask). I too was stumped as to how to remove it. I finally decided I had nothing to lose by taking the drill apart. After clamping the broken end of the chuck in a vise, I was able to apply enough force to the gear to unscrew the shaft from the chuck. A new replacement chuck screws back on the same way.

This is a great drill and I’m very pleased with it’s performance.

Well Balanced
This drill packs alot of power for only 4.9 amps. The tool is very well balanced and very quiet. I would have given it 5 stars if not for the “unremoveable” chuck. The owners manual does not give any instructions on how to remove nor is there any discernable fiting inside the chuck. All in all a good drill with ample power. Remember Makita makes their own motors.