Thoughts on Bosch 18v li-ion brute tough w/A.R.T

[Icenflies]

Anyone have any experience with this drill and drilling holes? Model #DDH181X-01, apparently the A.R.T technology stops the motor when in a bind to reduce injury. That feature concerns me a fair amount when wanting to punch through a hole. I can get it for a pretty good price right now with two 4amp li-ion batteries. 710lb torque, touted as good battery performance in cold weather.

I'd like to run an 8" finbore III on it.

Thanks in advance.

[Gills-only]

Check to see if any reviews on search here, I'd stick with something proven in cold weather like a Milwaukee, you have to remember they are trying to sell it to you!!  They are salesman, I'd hate for you to get it and have to put the batteries in a "purse" to keep them warm, although might not be the case. Also don't think the "catch" feature would be good if auger caught popping thru, this is just my opinion!'

[Skywagon]

I have a rule not to buy something that may not be exactly what I want (learned that the hard way many times over the years before it finally sank in).  The torque sounds minimal and you said they are 4 amp batteries..... I have had good luck with Bosch drills over the years, but would not get that particular drill for this application, but that's me.  I bought the Milwaukee 18 volt Fuel with the 5 amp batteries (9 amp would be better), I don't like surprises.

[Icenflies]

Thanks guys. Changed my mind pretty quick and picked up the Milwaukee Fuel M18 with 2 5amp batteries. Tried it out today with the finbore, the thing flies.

[Shack man Shoney]

Good choice!!! Better to buy the best and cry once.