Hougen HMD920 Swivel Base Mag Drill
#11 in 2 in and largerFull review
A heavy-duty 2 3/8 in drill for steel erection and shop plate. The swivel version sold here weighs 4 lb more than the standard base.
Amazon $2,166$2,166
The Hougen HMD920 Swivel Base Mag Drill and the Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill are evenly matched, rated 3.4 and 3.4. The Hougen HMD920 Swivel Base Mag Drill leads on value. The Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill wins on weight. The Hougen HMD920 Swivel Base Mag Drill costs $747 less ($2,166 vs $2,913).
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Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill
#12 in 2 in and largerFull review
For fabricators who regularly drill 3 in plus through stacks. Everyone else should buy the HMD905.
Amazon $2,913$2,913
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Hougen HMD920 Swivel Base Mag Drill for value ($912 per inch of cutter ($2,166, 2 3/8 in) vs $1,226.53 per inch of cutter ($2,913, 2 3/8 in)).
- Choose the Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill for weight (44.2 lb vs 53 lb).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 2 in and larger magnetic drill; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Hougen HMD920 Swivel Base Mag Drill | Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 24 $912 per inch of cutter ($2,166, 2 3/8 in) | 13 $1,226.53 per inch of cutter ($2,913, 2 3/8 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 83 2 3/8 in largest annular cutter | 83 2 3/8 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 84 1,553 W motor | 84 1,553 W motor |
| Magnet 15% | 74 2,480 lbf stated magnet force | 69 2,385 lbf stated magnet force |
| Weight 15% | 18 53 lb | 39 44.2 lb |
Specifications
| Hougen HMD920 Swivel Base Mag Drill | Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 1,553 W (12.5 A) | 1,553 W (12.5 A) |
| Largest annular cutter | 2 3/8 in | 2 3/8 in |
| Cutting depth | 3 in | 6 in |
| Speed | Three-speed, up to 700 rpm | Two-speed, up to 450 rpm |
| Stroke | - | 6.8 in |
| Base and build | ||
| Magnet force (stated) | 2,480 lbf | 2,385 lbf |
| Weight | 53 lb | 44.2 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |