Durable build: The efficient brushless motor means a longer tool life and longer-lasting battery charge. Thanks to Makita's Extreme Protection Technology (XPT), this resists dust and drips helping it to endure the test of time. Specifications such as Impacts Per Minute and No-Load Speed remain equal to those of the DHP481, with a max of 31,500 ipm and a No Load max speed of 2,100 rpm. Some users don’t appreciate an RPM over 2,000, as when using larger drill bits, the drill struggles. With a max RPM of 2,100 on the highest setting, the option of a lower gear and thus a lower RPM of up to 550 rotations per minute is welcome. Users have regularly favoured higher RPMs over the years, possibly for no other reason than that they look good on paper! My gearbox for dhp458 is slowly going/acting up and I know the drill won't really last for long, but that's ok as I have used&abused that drill and used it as mixer almost every other day and it has given me a good service for 4years. Versatile function: The Makita cordless hammer drill has 3 combi drill modes: regular drill, hammer drill, drill driver mode for fastening and unfastening, plus 21 adjustable torque settings + drill. The drill also has forward and reverse rotation so that you can embed screws and remove them.

LED Joblight – high brightness twin LED joblight with pre-glow and after glow functions. Illuminating the working area for greater visibility during application The Makita DHP486Z 18V LXT Brushless Hammer Driver Drill provides 130Nm of maximum fastening torque and no load speed of 2,100rpm combining rapid drilling speeds with high levels of torque. This model is based on the DHP481, but has been redesigned with a newly designed motor and gear ratio achieving not only more power but also increasing the performance in continuous heavy-duty applications. Not only has the performance on the DHP481 been increased but it is also considerably shorter. At 178mm in length this model is 27mm shorter than the DHP481. Making it the most compact drill in its class and extremely comfortable to use in all applications.Battery fuel gauge - 3 lights on = more than 50% battery capacity, 2 lights on = 20 to 50% capacity, 1 light on = less than 20% full battery capacity

The metal gearbox on this Makita brushless combi drill provides greater runtime and higher efficiency is it a serious improvement over the 458 with it being brushless and the power output being bumped up from 88 to 115nm, or it's more or less the same stuff just a tiny bit better? what other differences , pros&cons there are? Compact Design – for improved handling and control the overall length has been reduced by 27mm vs. the previous modelBattery fuel gauge - The power remaining in the battery (not included) is indicated with the push of a button - 3 lights on : more than 50% of full battery capacity, 2 lights on : 20% to 50% of full battery capacity, 1 light on : less than 20% of full battery capacity Drilling Modes – screwdriving mode (rotation with clutch) for achieving an even consistent finish when fastening screws. Drilling mode (rotation only) achieving 130Nm max. torque. Hammer Drilling mode rotation with hammering) on the for drilling in masonry up to a maximum 16mm hole diameter. Torque setting ring - wider torque range of 1-10Nm in clutch mode allows for versatile applications If you’re concerned about sound, this device produces 84 dB(A) at sound pressure level and 94 dB(A) at sound power level. The noise k factor is 3dB(A). All of which is a slight improvement versus its predecessor. All metal gear construction – allow for smoothly transfer of power in high load applications. While the highly durable materials ensure this tool has unmatched durability, and will continue to perform in years to come.

Ribbed soft grip enables all finger tips to hold the handle securely against the strong rotational force of counter torque even in single handed operation Ergonomic design: This hammer drill has the best possible ergonomic handle for drill-driver applications. Despite the impressive 115Nm of torque, the vibration K factor is just 1.5m/sec², this makes it much easier to use for long lengths of time without any hand pain.

Speed Mechanical Gearing – high speed mode produces 2,100rpm for rapid drilling speed while low speed produces high levels of torque to suit high load operation. While the new DHP486 combi hammer drill does look similar to the original DHP481, Makita has confirmed that it is the most robust drill in its class, thanks to the 130 Nm of torque it offers from its brushless motor. This allows the tightening of heavy-duty fasteners, for example, a 9 x 50mm lag bolt in screwdriver mode. Brushless BLDC motor specially designed to provide, above all, more work amount on a single full battery charge There are twin LED job lights with afterglow once the variable speed trigger is released and a new side handle configuration gives light tool control. Coupled with the soft grip ergonomic handle design positive drill-driver capability is assured. It weighs just 2.7kg, and is more compact (20mm shorter) than the previous BHP458 model. Batteries and charger sold separately. MAKITA DHP481Z FEATURES

High performance: This 18v hammer drill has different diameters for different materials. Drilling diameter in steel: 13mm; drilling diameter in wood: 76mm; drilling diameter in masonry: 16mm. This combi drill performs brilliantly with a number of materials perfect for a multifaceted job.

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I'm slowly looking for replacement and would like to go brushless as my other makita tools are, however there's nothing really new from Makita range , only the DHP481z which is like 3years old and is their top of the line drill currently. The LED light still remains in its original place – above the trigger, with twin LED’s as well as a handy after-glow function. The separate mode select collar has been eliminated to achieve a shorter length. While some people do prefer different mode select collars, the trend seems to be to remove this for the sake of a shorter drill. High Power Output – This model has been redesigned with a newly designed motor and gear ratio achieving not only more power but also increasing the performance in continuous heavy-duty applications.