Metabo SB 18 L BL Hammer Drill

The Metabo SB 18 L BL is a high-performance cordless hammer drill known for its brushless motor and compact design. Metabo traces its roots back to 1923 in Nürtingen, Germany, where Albrecht Schnizler created the first hand drill, leading to the formation of the Metabowerke GmbH company name.

While Metabo maintains a significant manufacturing presence at its original headquarters in Nürtingen, Germany, particularly for its high-end and specialized equipment, many of its battery-powered L-class and BL-series consumer tools are manufactured in specialized facilities in China to maintain global competitiveness. This ensures a blend of German engineering standards with global logistics efficiency.

In terms of ownership, Metabo has undergone significant corporate changes. After being under the ownership of Chequers Capital, it was acquired by the Japanese power tool giant Hitachi Koki in 2016. Following Hitachi Koki's acquisition by the American investment firm KKR and its subsequent rebranding to Koki Holdings Co., Ltd., Metabo remains a vital part of the Koki Holdings portfolio, benefiting from the Cordless Alliance System (CAS) battery technology shared across multiple brands.