Draper 230V Storm Force® 5 Speed Bench Drill, 350W

The Draper Storm Force D13/5DA is a 350W five-speed bench drill designed for home workshop use. With a 13mm drilling capacity, MT2 spindle taper, and a speed range of 580 to 2,650 RPM selectable across five steps, it handles a practical range of drilling tasks in wood, metal, and plastics with accuracy and control. Built with a steel motor casing and lockable pulley cover, and fitted with a full complement of safety features as standard, the D13/5DA is a well-specified pillar drill that punches above its price point for the home machinist.

Key Features

The five-speed configuration is central to the D13/5DA's versatility. Spanning 580 to 2,650 RPM across five steps, it allows you to match the spindle speed to the material and bit size in use — slower speeds for larger bits and harder materials such as steel, higher speeds for smaller bits and softer materials like wood and plastics. Speed selection is made via the lockable pulley cover, which secures safely during operation.

A depth stop allows repeat drilling to a consistent depth, making it straightforward to produce uniform blind holes across multiple workpieces — essential for joinery, metalwork, and any production-style home workshop task. The chuck guard provides protection during drilling, and the no-volt safety release switch prevents the machine from restarting unexpectedly after a power interruption, an important safety feature on any rotating workshop machine.

The MT2 spindle taper is a standard fitting that ensures compatibility with a wide range of drill chucks and accessories, and the chuck accepts bits from 1.5mm up to 13mm. The 162 x 162mm square table provides a stable, flat work surface, and the 50mm spindle travel gives sufficient depth for the majority of home workshop drilling operations. With a 104mm throat depth, the machine accommodates workpieces of a practical width comfortably. Supplied with a BS approved non-rewireable moulded plug and approximately 1.8m of cable, it's ready to use straight away.

Specifications

Who Is This Bench Drill For?

The D13/5DA is ideal for home workshop users, DIY enthusiasts, and hobbyists who need accurate, repeatable drilling that a handheld drill simply cannot deliver. A bench drill ensures that holes are drilled perfectly perpendicular to the workpiece every time, and the depth stop makes consistent blind holes straightforward. The five-speed range makes it capable across wood, metal, and plastics, so whether you're working on furniture, model engineering, or general repairs and fabrication, the D13/5DA has the flexibility to handle it. At 15kg it's a solid, stable machine that won't move around during use.

Why Choose the Draper Storm Force D13/5DA?

The D13/5DA offers a combination of build quality, safety features, and drilling versatility that makes it stand out among home workshop bench drills. The steel motor casing and lockable pulley cover are constructional details that speak to durability, while the MT2 spindle taper ensures long-term compatibility with a wide range of tooling and accessories. The five-speed range gives meaningful control over drilling performance in a way that single or three-speed machines cannot match, and the inclusion of a depth stop, chuck guard, and no-volt switch means the machine is safe and practical to use from day one. For a home workshop pillar drill that offers genuine capability without the cost or footprint of an industrial machine, the Storm Force D13/5DA is an excellent choice.