Evolution EVOMAG42 1 5/8 in Mag Drill

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Evolution EVOMAG42 1 5/8 in Mag Drill

3.6/5#6 of 14 in up to 1 5/8 in magnetic drills
3.6

A step up from the S28MAG for 1 5/8 in holes. Check the warranty before buying.

1 5/8 inLargest cutter
1,200 W (10 A)Motor

Check price at Amazon$695

Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros

1 5/8 in cutter and 1/2 in twist-drill chuck included
5 1/16 in stroke and an integrated coolant system

Cons

Magnet force, weight and speed are not published
$695 for a 1 5/8 in cutter

How it scores

The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.

Value $427.69 per inch of cutter ($695, 1 5/8 in)50
Cutter size 1 5/8 in largest annular cutter100
Power 1,200 W motor44
Magnet magnet force not published (neutral score used)50
Weight weight not published (neutral score used)50

Specifications

Drilling
Model number	EVOMAG42
Power	Corded, 120 V
Motor	1,200 W (10 A)
Largest annular cutter	1 5/8 in
Cutting depth	2 in
Largest twist drill	1/2 in
Stroke	5 1/16 in

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