i was sold when it removed 300ft lbs but 500? thats absurd. hercules really stepped up to the big 3 this past year

I’m a red guy due to the huge number of tools in the system, but I just bought one of these today to try out and carry in my tri-axle at work. I’ve never been this excited to even try a red tool. And they now sell this in a kit with the impact, charger, and 2 ah battery for $98… A crazy value

I’m buying it this week! Might pair it with a 5ah battery too

500 ft/lbs on an impact driver is insane I remember back in the day you couldn’t find one that could break a lug nut loose let alone that kind of power I may consider switching that ultra torque looks legit too

I have nothing but Milwaukee but I think it’s time to invest in some Hercules!

This is great to see finally competing with the big names out there good job Harbor Freight

Man I'm always being driven to buy stuff I don't need thanks to you guys! lol I told myself today, I don't need it, but if my store has one, I'm buying it. Sure enough, ONE LEFT. Then I got the two 5ah batteries for $99 deal. I am really impressed with this thing, and the build quality is definitely top notch, matches my Dewalts for sure! Impressive stuff from Harbor Freight, and with that warranty, I will probably end up with a good few more Hercules tools soon.

I’m Appalled 😳 I just got the 1/2 inch 500ft breakaway and now I have no doubt in it when I go to change my transmission so thank you for this

Last week I purchased the 3/8” Hercules cordless tool. I am blown away at how much torque this bad boy has. And with a 5 year warranty I plan on purchasing others. Amazing what that 1/4” can do….. Great video and thanks!

I was looking at that same driver friday, its definitely a good one, now that ive seen this test im going back for it, good job on the torque test!

Hi Tim, hf seriously stepped up there game with cordless tools especially Hercules, very impressive driver for 1/4”

I just bought the Hercules 1/2" brushless impact and this little guy. I needed to put all new shocks on my half ton Ford, and decided I was not gonna use my air impacts. Even using only the 2ah battery that came with driver, that 1/2" SMOKED every rusted bolt I put it on. All my other battery tools are Milwaukee because I love their Packout system, but I just couldn't bring myself to fork over more than DOUBLE the cash for their impacts when they'll just be used in my personal shop. Considering the warranty that the Hercules tools offer, I'm EXTREMELY happy with my purchase.

I had it's predecessor, it lasted the full 2 years under heavy abuse in framing, roofing, drywall, etc. Walked in with it covered in roofing asphalt, walked out with this version minus what i spent on the previous version.... If it is anything like the previous version in terms of reliability, it should last a long time. They didnt let me put a new in store warranty on it, but the box claims a 5 year warranty. Mine still worked just fine, told them it was overheating.... i even still have the original batteries i bought, left in my work van or car throughout the entire time, freezing temps and 90+degrees Fahrenheit... 100+ degrees on a roof, no problem... Those batteries still hold a charge for weeks if not used, and have never failed to last a day plus in terms of usage.

Just bought one this morning. Very impressed.

I have the Hercules cordless circular saw, impact, palm sander, and oscillating multi tool and love them. Great tools for a good price 👍🏻👍🏻

this 1/4 is better than the 1/2 impact wrench i struggle to remove my lugnuts with the 1/2. i returned it and got another 1/4 to keep in the car in case of flats

Can't wait to try it out.

Started to mix my tools from Milwaukee to Hercules . Big red because they have plumber focused tools . And big blue for everything I don’t use in my day to day . Started with the lights as it seemed an affordable option especially if broken lost or stolen . Love them . Compare them to our Milwaukee stuff all the time . Funny enough Hercules added a lot of features I thought were pretty common place but were nowhere to be found on my Milwaukee . This is no longer “ diy , hardcore homeowner “ we’re starting to see a lot of Hercules pop up on the commercial side.

I can't wait to upgrade from the brushed Hercules. That old one going in my work bag.

Impressive results. Would love to see the DCF850 get a chance at redemption with the same socket and adapter used in this test. When the DeWalt was tested it was with a 3/8" adapter and a modified socket. Maybe just do a short and tag it in the original video. Thanks for all that you do. You're a real asset to the community.

That’s very impressive! Wow! 😮💪

I have all milwaukee impacts, i also have this it actually is great it is my go to and use the most. It has held up

I just bought one on sale as a kit with the battery and the charger for $79. I'm very impressed with this tool as well as there 1/2 inch extreme impact.

Drill- Packedge in typical box, came with a tool bag (added bonus), two batteries, one charger, drill, and driver. Two words "plenty of Torque" kzfaq.infoUgkxW1vOBRCMrgTCDEijzpVzDWsgI-Jm2iQv well I guess that's three. Nice upgrade from current setup. Has belt clips, I don't think I will be using those. Driver and drill were bigger than what I expected but it is an upgrade from the current setup. For the money I would say that this is a great setup for Professionals and DIY/Weekend warriors.

I have ZERO good reason to be watching this. I however greatly ENJOY watching this 🤣 I recently purchased this impact and a 5ah with the fast charger. I work on my old cars semi frequently. Thanks for the vids

I’m going to get this great review thanks.

I love my made in japan makita and my Milwaukee, but I’m going to have to get one of these and daily it for a while doing electrical and car repair.

So this thing is VERY close to the equivalent to the Milwaukee Gen. 4 at helf the cost!!! This thing is mind-blowing! I'll still stick to my gen 4 for now, I love quality!

I'm a ryobi guy and I'm definitely going to get my some of these Hercules tools

The charger reminds me of DeWalt's 20V charger - I think I'll go pick one up just to see what it will do it looks Harbor freight is stepping up its game 🎯

This is awesome. I dont think id ever need to go past 300. But good to know it can do it.

Is time for me to go get this brand of impacts guns thank you for shearing this video

Seems like a good lil tool , I was on Mater's Workshop live panel earlier tonight and he was talking about you testing it out ....

Wow... awesome tool

Looks strong. Love to see it against the XTR and Flex (those are the top 2 on Tool Torque Channel).

I'm not sure which impressed me more, the tool, the adapter or the extreme duty battery. With the standard battery it's very good tool. With extreme duty battery?....it kicks it up to to another level. I have the 4.5/5 inch grinder and with the standard battery it's a good tool. With the extreme duty battery?...it is a beast. With a cut off wheel you really have to work at it to stall it, past what you would normally push the wheel.

I own this tool with the 5a battery and it is surprisingly strong. I also use it with a 1/2" short hex adapter and Impact sockets/swivels to loosen medium nuts and bolts. I have not had the need to purchase any 3/8" impact because of this If this tool cannot handle something, that's when I pull out the High Torque (with 8a battery). Also helps I live in a state where cars don't get tons of rust

These were on sale as a kit this weekend with itc

Damn maybe I'll have to pick one up

Purchased one today and tried driving a 3/8 by five inch screw and half way ot started blinking and stopping. Lobalt next gen with 2ah battery as well drove it in no problem. Something funky going on here

I’m a Snap on army guy by heart but that blue guy is impressive and convincing to purchase a driver soon

I was looking at the 1/2 inch drive, what do i do now???

That bit is impressive. I'm going to pick one up at the next 30% Off sale to use in my Makita 👍 ~

I give it to harbor freight, they always copy the best, snap on and Milwaukee for alot less price. Ut for some odd reason my snap on tools and my Milwaukee tools keep on ticking and my harbor freight tools always end getting used for a while then shuffled to a pile of tools I don't even use anymore. It happens to me everytime. There always pretty darn good for what I buy them for, task at hand and then they always get tossed to the side down the road. But I will say they are definitely at least trying and I love they keep pushing everyone else ya know. Keep up the good work STR !!

It's impressive tools I love harbor freight

Impressive!

Watched this, and went and got the kit for 98 bucks next day, hasnt disappointed yet, real impressed with the fast charger it comes with. Going to get the 5ah batteries next.

I just picked one of these up to use to work on gutters with. At the time I am posting this they have the tool for free if you buy the battery and charger starter kit. I went there for the bower version since I already have their angle grinder and batteries what does Hercules was too good to pass up. I need to find the extra battery that you showed so I can always have one on charge but the only drawback so far is speaking of the charger I have to return it to the store tomorrow because this one's stuck on hot or cold delay.

U just made me go to HF & buy 1 in a couple hours. I don't need it but it seem stronger then the 1/2 compact brushless impact wrench.

I bought this with 2 extra batteries a 2ah and a 4ah. And then I went back and bought the 1/2" drill/driver and got 2-8ah batteries for a special deal that made the almost half price.

VERY IMPRESSIVE!!!

there is a NIGHT AND DAY difference on the Hercules brushless when you use the smaller 2/2.5ah battery vs using the 5ah battery. The 5ah battery makes them a BEAST!!! On my 1/2" Hercules brushless with the 2.5ah battery it wont remove any but the loosest of lug nuts, but throw the 5ah battery on it and it comes alive!!!!

Just bought one today with the hammer drill as well The impact when I put it on 3 it stops really fast I am returning it today and see if I am doing something wrong? I ran it with "no-load" maybe thats why but I am very happy with this set up

Yeah, I’ve been looking at the Hercules 1/4 Drive impact wrench The only hold up I have years they do not offer kits which I think they should then they would have an advantage on price

Buying 1 tomorrow to leave at my girlfriends house but I'm thinking I might keep this one at home and take my other drill over there! Can't freaking wait to get this back home and try it. Yes there is stuff at Harbor Freight that's shit but they also have stuff that is worth it and more

that is crazy 👍👍👍

It's rated at 2200 inch-lbs of torque which is equal to 183 ft-lbs of torque and yet it can produce 500 ft-lbs? It performs that much higher than the rated torque? Wow.

Wonder what it would do on a left hand thread fastener considering ttc showing power gains in forward.

Just got my set hercules impact driver got a deal for it with charger and 2.5 amp battery included for 96.96

That’s impressed me.wow…

Hercules! Hercules! Hercules! 👏 👏👏

Can’t wait for TTC to do a video on this

You should slap the 8ah on it! I saw an 18.5% speed improvement on 3” construction screws vs. the 4ah and 5ah in my testing of the new impact. I know it’s a bit ridiculous on that baby driver, but I know I’ve always got the 8 and 12 around for higher draw tools if I ever did need them for the impact 😂🤷‍♂️

It's a good looking tool with a ton of power and I am glad hf is standing behind their tools with an improved warrranty

Does the battery fit loose on the new Hercules drill I just got one and the battery fits loose if u shake the drill it rocks compared to my Hercules oscillating tool it fits nice and snug no rattling

Would this tool be good to use for removing engine under-tray bolts on a Sorento? There’s like 16-18 10mm bolts and they’re a pita to remove every oil change.

Do these have higher breakaway torque than tighten torque?

Under promise, over-deliver, let's go! 🤘🏼 "and that's all she wrote" 🤣

Right now harbor Freight has the kit with a 2 amp battery and a charger for a $97. Right now they have a deal going that if you buy that kit for $97 you get a free 2 1/2 amp hour battery also.

these are looking pretty legit

Getting one when they hit the shelves.

Especially for the money, I have to give huge shout out to Flex for having a fan-cooled smart charger that cools your battery before charging it to prevent damage to either unit. I'm sure the rest of the industry isn't far behind on this technology. I mean really, how hard is it. If it's a good idea, and it frees you up so don't have to stop the job you're in the middle of stick a dead battery on the charger so it can be ready once you finish killing it's brother.

Spoke too soon on that bit not breaking Tim 😂😂

Surprised the buggers actually made a good tool, I'll throw that one in with their super duty floor jack.

Im just waiting for at least a 3/8-1/2 version of this driver with just a little more beef to it because their current mid tourqes don't even come close to this 1/4hex

I will keep Milwaukee 5 year warranty.Hercules did very good

When is Harbour Freight going to release this impact driver

I think I'm in love. Hope I don't get a dud.

Any way we can see this same test on the XTR -Flex-Milwaukee-Makita-Dewalt all at 400-500ft lbs test for giggles 🤭

Haven't noticed anyone mention: How much torque is lost through that skinny adapter? If this is hitting 500 on that little flex stick, what in the world will the impact wrench version score? 600?!? Ah well, I couldn't wait a couple more years, got into DW 4 now. Someone please do the anvil conversion and part numbers. 🙏

Looks like a blue Milwaukee

I came here to read the hate for harbor freight and Hercules, never understood it but I love to start my day off with humor.

Crazy power. Could be useful for those that don't have a designated impact wrench. Time will tell durability and what battery performance might be.

Looks like reskinned dewalt same as there rattle gun. Battery design and charger are very similar. Which leads to, do the batteries fit dewalt?

When you introduce a product can you say where to get it and how much it costs please

@Shoptoolreviews Harbor Freight is stepping it up! 👍💯

Wuauuu so that means this 1/4 impact drill has same strength as the 3/8 impact wrench hercules in breakaway?

Wow, I'm impressed. Do the 1/2 compact impact wrench. I think this has more power. Or at least faster on 300lbs of torque

Can u plz test Hercules 1/2 impact because it can’t even remove cylinder head bolt from 2.4 L engine when l got it brand new (oh, I end up buying the impact driver mansion in video instead today.) 😅

Now let's get harbor freight in Canada

These impacts are so powerful now that I think it's time to move beyond the 1/4" shank. They simply can't handle this torque. Make it at least 1/2".

Why are we doing break away for a impact driver? The primary purpose of a impact driver is to install various fasteners, hence the 1/4" collet. We still don't know if it will hit the 2200 inch pounds of driving force. Hitting 500 ft lbs break away is pretty good but that's definitely not the job I would use that tool for. I am impressed with the adapter. We have seen "better" brands Snap well before 500 ft lbs. Thanks for another great video brother. Edit to add, I was just wondering if there is a "formula" for determining impact drive power from break away power? Thanks again brother.

Holy cow! How does DeWalt do against it? They came out with a new 1/4 hex recently.

They are supposed to be only 70 I got mine for 80 contacted the store because they were cheaper online and they gave me an employee discount on the ultra torque

Sir I have a Honda accord 2019. Do you think this impact driver will be good for my tire change? I have been looking for a impact driver to change my tires but everything is over $150.. so if this works imma buy it tomorrow

Wow!

What is the price on this?

Really impressive. It's literally mid torque territory

Maybe I'm not using it right but mine couldn't even take off a 80lb-ft axle nut...

Can anyone chime in and help I been looking at Milwaukee but man harbor freight impacts with 5 year warranty I mostly do mechanic work on my car are the Hercules brands worth it?