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product_id: 492396183
title: "BUCKTOOL 12-Inch Benchtop Drill Press, 580-3200 RPM, 6.2A 3/4 HP Motor"
brand: "bucktool"
price: "R36271"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Bucktool"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/492396183-bucktool-12-inch-benchtop-drill-press-580-3200-rpm-6
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 6.2A motor power boost Class IIIA 2.5mW laser precision 360° rotatable & 45° bevel table BUCKTOOL 12-Inch Benchtop Drill Press, 580-3200 RPM, 6.2A 3/4 HP Motor

**Brand:** bucktool
**Price:** R36271
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔩 Drill Like a Pro, Own the Workshop!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** BUCKTOOL 12-Inch Benchtop Drill Press, 580-3200 RPM, 6.2A 3/4 HP Motor by bucktool
- **How much does it cost?** R36271 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/492396183-bucktool-12-inch-benchtop-drill-press-580-3200-rpm-6)

## Best For

- bucktool enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted bucktool brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rock-Solid Stability:** Heavy cast iron base minimizes vibration, ensuring accuracy and durability for years of professional use.
- • **Safety Meets Innovation:** Equipped with laser guide, work light, emergency stop, and no voltage release switch for worry-free operation.
- • **Next-Level Speed Control:** Variable 580-3200 RPM with digital readout lets you dial in exact speeds for every project.
- • **Unmatched Power & Precision:** 6.2A motor delivers consistent torque for flawless drilling through wood and metal alike.
- • **360° Rotating & Beveling Table:** Fully adjustable work surface rotates and tilts 45° for versatile, precise angle drilling.

## Overview

The BUCKTOOL 12-Inch Benchtop Drill Press combines a powerful 6.2A motor with variable speeds from 580 to 3200 RPM, a 360° rotatable and 45° beveling work table, and precision laser guidance. Designed for professionals and serious DIYers, it offers enhanced stability with a cast iron base and advanced safety features, making it a top-tier choice for precise, versatile drilling on wood and metal.

## Description

BUCKTOOL 12-Inch Benchtop Drill Press, 580-3200 RPM, 6.2A 3/4 HP Motor | 2-Inch Spindle Travel, 1/32-5/8-Inch Keyed Chuck, 360°/45° Drill Press Table, Class IIIA 2.5mW Laser and Work Light - desertcart.com

Review: Mix of value, features, and quality - This drill press offers plenty of value and features for the price. Shipping was fast, and the unit was well packaged with plenty of foam and a double corrugated box. Setup was quick and easy. It is a tall unit (which means plenty of vertical work space), so be sure to bolt it down. Motor seems plenty powerful. As another reviewer mentioned, the flat table is better suited for clamping materials or bolting a vise compared to similar products. Once the work piece is setup and aligned with the chuck, the table locks firmly into place. The speed adjustment lever works well and is very user friendly. This is a significant improvement over the old method on drill presses from the past where the user needed to manually move the belts on the pulleys to change the drive ratio / speed. The switches, safety stop and speed indicator seem higher quality than competitors in it's class. One thing to consider, though the depth adjustment knob featured on this model is a faster, accurate, and better solution than the threaded rod and nut limiter found on most drill presses, it does not allow for locking the quill in a down position. Overall, for the price, I highly recommend it.
Review: Nice product! Thrilled with it’s performance! - This is a very nice drill press for the price. Build quality is good. The speed change works great and smooth. The laser lines up perfectly no matter the height of the base plate. The work light is good. The chuck key fits perfectly. The base plate is thick and sturdy and is well made to allow clamps to hold the material down. I think the variable speed and laser are the best feature I didn’t know I needed. A big upgrade from my old Harbor Freight junk.

## Features

- POWERFUL 6.2A MOTOR: Equipped with a powerful 6.2A induction motor (most 12-IN drill press motors are only 5A), provide you constant power to drill through all kinds of material
- PROFESSIONAL DRILL PRESS: 1/32" - 5/8" Keyed chuck, 12" swing, 2" spindle travel, and overall height of 39" (2" high than other 12" drill press)
- VARIABLE SPEED: You can easily adjust the speed from 580 to 3200 RPM, satisfying your drill needs from wood to all kinds of metal. Digital speed readout helps precisely control the speed
- FULLY ADJUSTABLE WORK TABLE: The flat work table can rotate 360° and bevel 45° left or right
- EXTRA SUPPORT: This drill press equips with a Class IIIA 2.5mW laser, work light, emergency stop switch, and no voltage release switch, help you work precisely and safely
- STABILITY & PRECISION: The bench drill press boasts a robust cast iron base, ensuring stability during operation and precise drilling, even under heavy workloads. This sturdy foundation minimizes vibrations, enhancing accuracy and durability for years of reliable use

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B76NLKNH |
| Additional Features | Variable Speed |
| Amperage | 6.2 A |
| Best Sellers Rank | #91,165 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #9 in Benchtop Drill Presses |
| Brand | Bucktool |
| Brand Name | Bucktool |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 193 Reviews |
| Drill Type | Drill Press |
| Drilling Capacity Metal | 0.63 inches |
| Drilling Capacity Wood | 0.63 inches |
| Included Components | Class IIIA 2.5mW Laser, Work Light, Emergency Stop Switch, No Voltage Release Switch |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 14.96"L x 21.06"W x 38.98"H |
| Item Type Name | Bench Drill Press |
| Item Weight | 86.5 pounds |
| Manufacturer | BUCKTOOL |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DP12VL |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Maximum Chuck Size | 0.63 inches |
| Maximum Power | 744 watts |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 3200 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 0.55 N m |
| Model Number | DP12VL |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Speed | 3200 rpm |
| Torque | 0.07 N m |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Voltage | 120 volts |

## Product Details

- **Amperage:** 6.2 A
- **Brand:** Bucktool
- **Maximum Rotational Speed:** 3200 rpm
- **Power Source:** Corded Electric
- **Voltage:** 120 volts

## Images

![BUCKTOOL 12-Inch Benchtop Drill Press, 580-3200 RPM, 6.2A 3/4 HP Motor - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61upjP-xCrL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the power supply, 120V?**
A: The power is 120 volt. However, do not purchase this drill press if you are concerned about precision. Customer support was nonexistent. I returned to Amazon for a refund. I would never purchase another Bucktool item!!

**Q: Is this drill China made?**
A: Dear Customer, this drill press is made in China

**Q: size of base?**
A: roughly 8x12 inches

**Q: What are the dimensions of the base?**
A: Dear Customer, the dimensions of the base is 16.14x9.84 inch.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mix of value, features, and quality
*by M***Z on July 14, 2025*

This drill press offers plenty of value and features for the price. Shipping was fast, and the unit was well packaged with plenty of foam and a double corrugated box. Setup was quick and easy. It is a tall unit (which means plenty of vertical work space), so be sure to bolt it down. Motor seems plenty powerful. As another reviewer mentioned, the flat table is better suited for clamping materials or bolting a vise compared to similar products. Once the work piece is setup and aligned with the chuck, the table locks firmly into place. The speed adjustment lever works well and is very user friendly. This is a significant improvement over the old method on drill presses from the past where the user needed to manually move the belts on the pulleys to change the drive ratio / speed. The switches, safety stop and speed indicator seem higher quality than competitors in it's class. One thing to consider, though the depth adjustment knob featured on this model is a faster, accurate, and better solution than the threaded rod and nut limiter found on most drill presses, it does not allow for locking the quill in a down position. Overall, for the price, I highly recommend it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice product! Thrilled with it’s performance!
*by R***N on March 11, 2026*

This is a very nice drill press for the price. Build quality is good. The speed change works great and smooth. The laser lines up perfectly no matter the height of the base plate. The work light is good. The chuck key fits perfectly. The base plate is thick and sturdy and is well made to allow clamps to hold the material down. I think the variable speed and laser are the best feature I didn’t know I needed. A big upgrade from my old Harbor Freight junk.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth the money.
*by P***S on June 11, 2026*

Solid drill press, good build quality, stable, easy to operate, plenty of little convenient design details that some thought clearly went into. Loads of vertical travel. Table easy to clamp to. Equal to pretty much any job you could reasonably throw at a benchtop drill press. Not too hard to assemble, either. Curiously, the box did not contain a manual of any sort.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-08-20*