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Makita M8701 SDS+ Hammer Drill
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Makita M8701 240V 800W SDS+ Rotary Hammer (Carry Case)
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Makita M8701 240V 800W SDS+ Rotary Hammer (Carry Case)

2.7kg240V3 years (with registration)

MT Series 800W three mode SDS+ rotary hammer for holes up to 26mm in concrete and light chiselling. Variable speed, reversing and a torque limiter.

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2.3J
Impact energy
26mm
Max hole, concrete
800W
Power input
2.7kg
Weight

Where it sits among sds+ hammer drills

Against the 124 sds+ hammer drills we list. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.

Impact energy2.3J
1J lowestMakita HR140Dhighest 5.8JBosch GBH 18V-34 CF
Max hole, concrete26mm
12mm lowestEinhell TE-HD 18/12 Lihighest 35mmHiKOKI DH3635DC
Power input800W
470W lowestMakita HR1840highest 1,600WEinhell TE-RH 32-1600 4F
Weight2.7kg
1.5kg lightestEinhell TE-HD 18/12 Liheaviest 6.1kgEinhell RT-RH 32
Compare it with: + DeWalt D25333 + Einhell TE-RH 32-1600 4F + Bosch GBH 2-21 + HiKOKI DH26PX2

Full specs

From Makita's own documentation. Checked 03/10/2026. Report a spec error ›

Hammer & Drilling

Chuck systemSDS+
Impact energy2.3 J
Measured to EPTA✓ Yes
Impact rate4,500 bpm
No-load speed0–1,200
Max hole, concrete26 mm
Max core cutter68 mm
Max hole, wood32 mm
Max hole, steel13 mm

Power & Motor

Voltage240V
Power input800 W
Power output500 W

Modes & Handling

ModesRotation only / Hammering with rotation / Hammering only
Chisel only✓ Yes
Drill only (no hammer)✓ Yes
BodyInline or D-handle
Safety clutch✓ Yes

Physical & Build

Weight2.7 kg
Case typeCarry case
Case modelPlastic carrying case 821660-3 (listed on Makita page)
Case included✓ Yes
Noise level92 dB(A) LpA / 100 dB(A) LwA
Vibration (hammer drilling)15.4 m/s²
Vibration (chiselling)10.3 m/s²

Warranty · 3yr

Up to 3 years1 year as standard, 3 once you register it with Makita
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