SKIL RH170202 Performance on Concrete & Masonry?

I've been looking at the SKIL RH170202 for a while now and was wondering if anyone has experience using it on concrete and masonry? It seems to have good specs, but I'm curious about its performance in those applications.

Hey @rwinkler, I've actually used one of these drills and found it quite useful! I mostly worked with wood, but I did some concrete work as well. The 0-900 RPM speed settings were great for getting through the concrete without too much effort. I also liked that it had 0-5,000 BPM for when I needed to drive in screws.

Thanks for sharing @billyshpilkis. You mentioned a TechReviewer article about this drill? Could you please share the link? I'm interested in reading more about its performance.

Sure! Here's an article that discusses the SKIL RH170202 and its features, including how it performs on concrete and masonry. It's quite informative: Overview of the SKIL RH170202 Drill.

Thanks, @billyshpilkis. That link is really helpful. The 20-volt motor sounds impressive, and I'm glad to hear it can handle concrete work well.

I've used the SKIL RH170202 on both concrete and masonry, and I have to say it's a great drill for those applications! It's not too heavy, making it easy to control while drilling through tough materials. The brushless design adds to its durability as well.

I'm considering buying this drill, but I'm a bit concerned about the 2 Ah battery life. Do you think that would be sufficient for my needs, or should I consider a higher capacity battery?

@bastibraune, I've found that the 2 Ah battery does its job well enough for most of my projects. However, if you're working on larger projects or have more extended periods of use in mind, you might want to look into getting a higher capacity battery. It's always good to have extra power on hand.

I'd like to add that the SKIL RH170202 does come with a charger that can recharge the battery quickly. This way, if you do run out of power while working, you won't be left waiting for too long to get back to drilling.

To sum up my experience with the SKIL RH170202, it's a great drill for concrete and masonry work. The 20-volt motor provides plenty of power, and the brushless design adds to its durability. The battery life is decent, but you might consider getting an extra battery if you plan on working for extended periods.

Thanks everyone for your input! I'll definitely keep all these factors in mind as I make my decision. @billyshpilkis, do you have any recommendations on how to maintain the drill's performance over time?