Makita Heavy Duty Corded Drill
KSh3,199.00
The primary core technical specifications for the benchmark Makita 6412 (and its sister model with a keyless chuck, the 6413) break down as follows:
Motor & Speed Performance
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Continuous Rating Input: 450 Watts
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No-Load Speed: 0 – 3,400 RPM (Variable speed controlled entirely via trigger pressure)
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Rotation Modes: Forward and Reverse (electronic switch)
Drilling Capacities
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In Steel: Up to 10 mm ($3/8″$)
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In Wood: Up to 25 mm ($1″$)
Chuck & Dimensions
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Chuck Capacity: 1.5 mm – 10 mm ($1/16″ \text{ to } 3/8″$)
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Chuck Mechanism: Keyed on the 6412 (requires a chuck key); Keyless/Self-tightening on the 6413
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Net Weight: 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs) — highly maneuverable for overhead use
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Overall Dimensions ($L \times W \times H$): 228 mm $\times$ 64 mm $\times$ 183 mm ($9″ \times 2.5″ \times 7.2″$)
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Power Supply Cord: 2.0 meters (6.6 feet)
Core Physical Features
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Double Insulation: Protects against electrical faults without needing a grounded 3-prong plug.
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Lock-On Button: Tucked right into the pistol grip to lock the drill at full speed for continuous tasks.
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In-Line Pressure Grip: The top of the tool housing is shaped perfectly straight so your palm pushes directly in line with the drill bit axis, stopping the drill from tilting or breaking smaller bits.
When looking for a 10mm (3/8″) corded Makita drill, you are looking at a highly reliable class of compact, lightweight rotary drills. These are optimized for precision work, wood assembly, and light metal drilling rather than heavy concrete work.
The two most prominent models in the lineup are the flagship general-purpose Makita 6412 and the budget-friendly Makita M6001B (from their MT series).
Popular Makita 10mm Corded Models
| Feature | Makita 6412 (Standard) | Makita M6001B (MT Series) |
| Power Input | 450 Watts | 350 Watts |
| No-Load Speed | 0 – 3,400 RPM | 0 – 3,000 RPM |
| Chuck Type | Keyed (1.5mm – 10mm) | Keyed (1.5mm – 10mm) |
| Weight | 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs) | 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs) |
| Max Capacity (Wood) | 25 mm (1″) | 20 mm (3/4″) |
| Max Capacity (Steel) | 10 mm (3/8″) | 10 mm (3/8″) |
What Makes These 10mm Drills Special?
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In-Line Design: Unlike larger pistol-grip drills, the top body of these drills is completely straight. This aligns your hand pressure directly with the center of the drill bit, giving you much higher accuracy and preventing you from bending bits.
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Variable Speed Triggers: The harder you press the trigger, the faster it spins. This is critical when starting a hole in slick metal or driving a screw so the bit doesn’t skip across your workpiece.
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Continuous Lock-On: There is a small recessed button next to the trigger. Clicking it holds the trigger down for you, which is fantastic if you are using it in a fixed drill stand or working on a long production line.
Keep in mind: These are rotary-only drills. Because they lack a hammering mechanism, they are not meant for drilling through solid concrete or brick masonry walls. If you need to drill into stone or brick, you would need to step up to a 13mm Makita Impact/Hammer drill.
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