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DEWALT Heavy-Duty VSR Corded Electric Drill — 1/2in. Keyed Chuck, 8.5 Amp, 1000 RPM, Model# DW235G

Item# 399787
6 of 61 reviewers received a sample product or took part in a promotion
DEWALT Heavy-Duty VSR Corded Electric Drill — 1/2in. Keyed Chuck, 8.5 Amp, 1000 RPM, Model# DW235G

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DEWALT Heavy-Duty VSR Corded Electric Drill — 1/2in. Keyed Chuck, 8.5 Amp, 1000 RPM, Model# DW235G

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  • Helical-cut steel, heat-treated steel gears for long life and durability
  • Metal gear housing for jobsite durability and increased reliability
  • Two-finger, rubber trigger for increased comfort
  • 360° side handle for greater control and versatility
  • Double gear reduction

  • Prop 65 Warning: See Details

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Product Summary

The DEWALT 1/2in. Heavy-Duty VSR Drill is built extra tough with helical-cut steel gears and a metal gear housing to withstand rugged jobsite conditions and heavy-duty daily use.

What's Included

  • (1) Drill, Model# DW235G
  • (1) 360° side handle
  • (1) Chuck key with holder

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Features + Benefits

  • Helical-cut steel, heat-treated steel gears for long life and durability
  • Metal gear housing for jobsite durability and increased reliability
  • Two-finger, rubber trigger for increased comfort
  • 360° side handle for greater control and versatility
  • Double gear reduction
  • UL listed

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

399787

Brand

DEWALT

Manufacturer's Warranty

12 months parts / 12 months labor

Ship Weight

5.8 LB

Chuck Size

1/2 in

Max. Speed

1,000 rpm
AttributeSpecification

Cordless

No

Tool Only

Yes

Chuck Type

Keyed

Side Handle

Yes

Amps

8.5

Storage Type

None

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Questions & Answers

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  1. Is the side handle removable?

    I need to get into some tight places.

    1. Yes....Just twist the handle several turns and it slides over the chuck.

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    2. Yes, you can take it off or put it on in any position you want. Very handy.

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    3. yes

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    4. On this DEWALT Heavy-Duty VSR Drill the side handle can be replaced. The side handle can rotate 360 degrees and is a safety feature that should be utilized to avoid injury.

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  2. Does this drill have a lock trigger

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    1. This drill will have a lock trigger.

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  3. Does this half inch drill have a lock trigger

    1 answer

    1. This drill will have a locking button below the trigger.

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  4. What style (ball, pin, roller, bushing) of bearings are in this drill?

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    1. This drill uses needle bearings.

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  5. Is drill reversible? Is drill variable?

    1 answer

    1. This drill is reversible and has a variable speed rating.

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  6. Is this drill ac/dc?

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    1. This Dewalt heavy duty drill is electric (AC) with a polarized plug.

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  7. do you have a case for drill

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    1. At this time we do not carry a case for this drill.

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  8. Where is DEWALT made?

    1 answer

    1. The DEWALT Heavy-Duty VSR Drill - 1/2in., Model# DW235G is imported from Mexico.

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Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

12 months parts / 12 months labor

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