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Makita DHR242 Review: Versatile SDS-Plus Drilling on LXT

A three-mode 18V LXT rotary hammer for concrete drilling and occasional chiselling.

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Quick verdict

The DHR242 is a practical addition to an existing LXT kit when masonry fixings and light chiselling share the same workload. Its three operating modes give it useful flexibility.

Key specifications

  • 18V LXT brushless motor and SDS-Plus chuck

  • 2.0 J impact energy

  • Up to 24 mm drilling in concrete

  • 0–950 rpm and 0–4,700 impacts per minute

  • Drilling, hammer drilling and chiselling modes

What we like

  • Three modes cover drilling and small removal jobs.

  • Anti-vibration handle helps manage vibration at the grip.

  • Electronic brake stops rotation after releasing the trigger.

What to consider

  • The stated optimum concrete range is 4–16 mm; maximum capacity is not the everyday target.

  • Check the kit suffix: bare versions need an LXT battery and charger.

Who should buy it?

LXT owners fitting brackets, services and fixings who also need occasional chiselling without adding another battery platform.

Final verdict

A useful general-purpose SDS-Plus option. Choose it for the combination of drilling capacity and a dedicated chisel mode.

Research-based assessment using manufacturer information checked on 26 September 2026. ToolFactor has not hands-on tested this model. Images are illustrative; package contents vary.

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