Hougen HMD904 Magnetic Drill
#11 in Up to 1 5/8 inFull review
A 1 1/2 in mag drill built for daily fabrication use. Buy it for the warranty and safety features, not the price.
Amazon $1,107$1,107
3.0/5
The only battery mag drill here, for linemen and steel erectors who work away from an outlet.
- 1 1/2 inLargest cutter
- 2,000 lbfMagnet
Check price at Amazon$2,059.98
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Cordless, so it works up poles and towers with no generator
- Magnet holds without battery power, up to 2,000 lb
Cons
- Costs over $2,000 with two XC8.0 batteries
- Weight is not published
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.
Specifications
| Model number | 2788-22HD |
|---|---|
| Drilling | |
| Power | Battery |
| Largest annular cutter | 1 1/2 in |
| Largest twist drill | 1/2 in |
| Speed | Two-speed, up to 690 rpm |
| Stroke | 5 3/4 in |
| Base and build | |
| Magnet force (stated) | 2,000 lbf |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Alternatives in this size
Hougen HMD130 Low Profile Mag Drill
#12 in Up to 1 5/8 inFull review
Choose the HMD130 only for tight spaces where nothing taller fits. For general work the HMD900 cuts deeper for less.
Amazon $1,490$1,490
Euroboor ECO.30S+ Mag Drill
#14 in Up to 1 5/8 inFull review
A European-built compact drill with safety electronics. Value is weak when a Hougen HMD900 cuts 1 1/2 in for about $100 less.
Amazon $984.29$984.29
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