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haptism
Anyone know the difference between the Makita BHR 242 and DHR 242. Theyre both brushless and both 18v. I dont know they look the same drill to me, can you put the dust extractor one one and not the other ? Thanks
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You've answered your own question. 
The DHR 242 has a dust extraction system.
The DHR 242 has a dust extraction system.
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haptism
You've answered your own question.
Since posting found that the BRH also has dust extract system as an extra ? So thats not the difference.
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The sheer number of Makita model numbers makes price comparison almost impossible.
I often look for deals on Amazon and get lost trying to find exact matches.
Some model numbers are merchant specific deals so, to all intents and purrposes, they are identical. Some are just colour variations.
I often look for deals on Amazon and get lost trying to find exact matches.
Some model numbers are merchant specific deals so, to all intents and purrposes, they are identical. Some are just colour variations.
It's difficult to find a BHR actually for sale so it must be an old model.
If there is any for sale the batteries will be old stock.
It doesnt show on Makita's website.
Go for the DHR
If there is any for sale the batteries will be old stock.
It doesnt show on Makita's website.
Go for the DHR
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haptism
Alright just called service centre, the BHR will take maximum 3ah batteries, and nothing higher powered. DHR can put in any size. The BHR are cheaper second hand and thats why !
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Interesting... did you ask them why they have a version that limits battery options ? And how does the unit know ? Is it part of the "ID" pin ?
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I did not ask about id pin, he said that the high powered batteries (anything greater than 3ah) dont fit in it
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The higher AH batteries have slightly different slots and guides in the top. If you put a 5AH and an older type 3AH battery next to each other you will see the 5AH one has an extra plastic guide on it stopping it going into older model equipment. They can be snipped off and the battery will work fine with the older kit.
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