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Makita HP2050 240V 720W Corded Percussion Drill
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Makita HP2050 240V 720W Corded Percussion Drill

2-speed2.3kg3 years (with registration)

240V 720W Makita 2-speed percussion drill. 0–1,200/0–2,900rpm, up to 58,000bpm, 13mm keyed chuck, drills 20mm in masonry. 2.3kg. Carry case.

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720W
Power input
2,900rpm
Max speed
20mm
Masonry
2.3kg
Weight

Where it sits among percussion drills

Against the 47 percussion drills we list. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.

Power input720W
320W lowestMakita HP0300highest 1,100WBosch GSB 21-2 RE
Max drilling, masonry20mm
8mm lowestMakita HP0300highest 24mmBosch GSB 21-2 RE
Max drilling, wood40mm
25mm lowestEinhell TE-ID 500 Ehighest 40mmThis one
Weight2.3kg
1.3kg lightestMakita HP0300heaviest 3kgHiKOKI DV20VD
Compare it with: + Bosch GSB 600 + HiKOKI DV20VD + Bosch Green UniversalImpact 730 + Einhell TC-ID 650 E

Full specs

From Makita's own documentation. Checked 26/09/2026. Report a spec error ›

Performance

Gears2
No-load speed0–1,200 / 0–2,900 rpm
Hammer function✓ Yes
Blows per minute58,000
Extractor auto-startYes, plugged into an auto-start extractor

Power & Motor

Voltage240V
Power input720 W
Power output660 W

Chuck & Drilling

Chuck size1.5–13mm
Chuck typeKeyed
Max masonry20 mm
Max wood40 mm
Max steel13 mm

Physical & Build

Weight2.3 kg
Case typeCarry case
Case included✓ Yes
Noise level97 dB(A) LpA / 108 dB(A) LwA
Vibration (drilling metal)≤2.5 m/s²
Vibration (hammer drilling)13.3 m/s²
The verdictOur take

The HP2050 is a 720W two-speed percussion drill with a keyed chuck, a safety clutch and up to 58,000bpm in high gear, drilling 20mm in masonry and 40mm in wood. Supplied in a case; the HP2051 is the keyless version.

Warranty · 3yr

Up to 3 years1 year as standard, 3 once you register it with Makita
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Warranty terms are set by the maker and can change. Always confirm current cover on their site before you buy.

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