Hilti Diamond Core Drills & Coring Systems
Hilti’s diamond-coring lineup covers cordless Nuron systems as well as corded handheld, hybrid, and rig-based machines. Comprehensive stand, spindle connection, and bit compatibility specifications make Hilti an engineering benchmark for professional concrete drilling.
Quick brand snapshot
- Core drill models tracked
- 9
- Bit families tracked
- 5
- Handheld options
- Yes
- Stand systems
- Yes
- Cordless options
- Yes
- Largest verified capacity
- 24"
- Compatibility records
- 348
- Data confidence
- Manufacturer documentation (pro benchmark)
Current core drill models
HANDHELD / HYBRID
- Hilti DD 150-Umax 6.375"
- Hilti DD 150-U-22max 6.375"
RIG-BASED
- Hilti DD 250-CAmax 19.7"
Other tracked models
- Hilti DD 110-W Handheld Wet/Dry Diamond Core Drill Specs & Compatibility
- Hilti DD 160-22 Specs, Capacity & Compatibility
- Hilti DD 120 Compact Rig Diamond Core Drill Specs & Compatibility
- Hilti DD 160 Rig-Mounted Diamond Core Drill Specs & Compatibility
- Hilti DD 350-CA Heavy-Duty Diamond Core Drill Specs & Compatibility
- Hilti DD 500-CA High-Frequency Diamond Core Drill Specs & Compatibility
The CoringSpec catalogue tracks verified Hilti drill models. Additional cordless and rig models expand as manufacturer-verified documentation is published.
Model comparison table
| Model | Setup | Max diameter | Power | Speeds | Weight | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DD 150-U | Handheld / stand | 6.375 | corded · 2200 | 2-speed · 840/3070 | Not clearly specified | Premium versatile handheld or stand mounted use benchmark up to 6-3/8". |
| DD 250-CA | Stand | 19.7 | corded · 3200 | 2-speed · 240/2220 | Not clearly specified | Heavy professional stand coring approaching 20". |
| DD 110-W | Handheld | 6.375 | corded · 1600 | 2-speed · 740/1580 | 12.57 lb | Handheld Hilti BI+ wet concrete / dry masonry coring in the DD 110-W diameter bands. |
| DD 150-U-22 | Handheld / stand | 6.375 | cordless · 1650 | 20 electronic gears, exact RPM bands UNKNOWN on public US page | 16.3 lb | Nuron cordless handheld/rig coring in Hilti ecosystem when chuck/bit pairing is confirmed. |
| DD 160-22 | Stand | 6.375 | cordless · 1650 | Electronic gears, exact RPM bands UNKNOWN on public US page | 15 lb | Compact Nuron rig-based wet coring to 6-3/8" when Hilti chuck/bit pairing is confirmed. |
| DD 120 | Stand | 6.375 | corded · 1600 | 2-speed · 650/1380 | 23.1 lb | |
| DD 160 | Stand | 8 | corded · 2200 | 2-speed · 420/1570 | 22.7 lb | |
| DD 350-CA | Stand | 20 | corded · 3600 | 2-speed · 260/1040 | 31.7 lb | |
| DD 500-CA | Stand | 24 | corded high-frequency · 5500 | 2-speed · 180/840 | 36.6 lb |
Diamond core bit families
Drill ↔ bit compatibility
Statuses: OEM VERIFIED · compatible · ADAPTER REQUIRED · INSUFFICIENT DATA. Mechanical fit is not the same as operating-speed fit.
| Drill | Sample OEM / matched families | Connection | Wet/Dry | Compat hits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DD 150-U | SP-L Masonry (VERIFIED FIT ✅); SP-L Concrete (ADAPTER REQUIRED 🟠) | Hilti DD-BI / BI+ Quick-Release (Proprietary) | W/D | 2 |
| DD 250-CA | Open finder | Unknown / Not specified by manufacturer | W/D | 0 |
| DD 110-W | SP-L Masonry (VERIFIED FIT ✅) | Hilti DD-BI / BI+ Quick-Release (Proprietary) | W/D | 1 |
| DD 150-U-22 | Open finder | Unknown / Not specified by manufacturer | W/D | 0 |
| DD 160-22 | Open finder | Unknown / Not specified by manufacturer | Wet | 0 |
| DD 120 | (SPEC-MATCHED 🟡); Diamond Ultra Wet (SPEC-MATCHED 🟡); Wet (SPEC-MATCHED 🟡); Wet Premium (WBP A4) (SPEC-MATCHED 🟡) | Hilti DD-BI / BI+ Quick-Release (Proprietary) | Wet | 102 |
| DD 160 | (SPEC-MATCHED 🟡); Diamond Ultra Wet (SPEC-MATCHED 🟡); Wet (SPEC-MATCHED 🟡); Wet Premium (WBP A4) (SPEC-MATCHED 🟡) | Hilti DD-BI / BI+ Quick-Release (Proprietary) | Wet | 118 |
| DD 350-CA | (SPEC-MATCHED 🟡); Diamond Ultra Wet (SPEC-MATCHED 🟡); Wet (SPEC-MATCHED 🟡); Wet Premium (WBP A4) (SPEC-MATCHED 🟡) | Hilti DD-BI / BI+ Quick-Release (Proprietary) | Wet | 125 |
| DD 500-CA | Open finder | Hilti DD-BI / BI+ Quick-Release (Proprietary) | Wet | 0 |
Stands / adapters / accessories
- DD 110-W: Hilti BI+ core bits / adapters required for non-BI+ barrels
- DD 150-U-22: DD-ST 22 110/150/160 SFL or DD-ST 150-U CTL · Hilti Nuron batteries + compatible Hilti core bits / stands
- DD 160-22: DD-ST 22 110/150/160 SFL · Stand required; Nuron batteries; Hilti core bits
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Choose by application
- Professional concrete/masonry
- Cordless/corded system selection
- Integrated stand/bit ecosystem
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Where this brand fits
Professional concrete/masonry work where integrated stand/bit ecosystems and system-specific connections matter.
Consider this brand when
- Professional hybrid or rig-based systems
- System-specific bit/stand documentation
- Benchmarking against premium corded/cordless platforms
Look elsewhere when
- You need a low-cost utility tool without dedicated system accessories
- You only need a simple value kit without pro support
No invented brand quality scores. Capability comparison only.
Important limitations
- Brand hubs list verified equipment records with confirmed manufacturer documentation.
- Amazon presence may be limited, technical authority still justifies the hub.
- Largest verified capacity on this hub: 24" (from catalog, not marketing).
Compare with other brands
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Sources
Manufacturer: Hilti
CoringSpec is the publisher. Hilti is the manufacturer brand, not our Organization entity.
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Products for this page
Core drill
Hilti DD 110-W
6.375" max · corded
Handheld Hilti BI+ wet concrete / dry masonry coring in the DD 110-W diameter bands.
Core drill
Hilti DD 150-U
6.375" max · corded
Premium versatile handheld or stand mounted use benchmark up to 6-3/8".
Core drill
BLUEROCK 8Z1
8" max · corded
Mid-size stand-mounted coring up to 8" in reinforced concrete, block, and masonry.
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