Can you still buy Hitachi tools?

Hitachi Power Tools will be known as Metabo HPT from starting October 17th, 2018 as the company transitions away from the rest of the Hitachi group.

Who manufactures Hitachi Power Tools?

As a global leader in the professional power tool industry, HiKOKI Power Tools, headquartered in Japan (formerly Hitachi Koki), has been at the forefront of product innovation and design since 1948. 2018 marks the company’s 70th anniversary.

Is Hitachi now HiKOKI or Metabo?

Our Story. In October 2018, Metabo HPT became the new brand name for Koki Holdings America – formerly part of the Hitachi group. Same tools, only with a new name in North America.

What are Hitachi tools now called?

HiKOKI
After 70 years manufacturing solid reliable power tools, Hitachi have changed their brand name to HiKOKI. All tools remain the same, simply with a name badge change, and all Hitachi batteries are forwards compatible with the new HiKOKI range.

Why did Hitachi change to Metabo?

The reason for the name change is that they are no longer part of the large corporation known as Hitachi, which sells everything from consumer products to automotive equipment. Hitachi acquired Metabo a few years ago, and last year both brands were sold by Hitachi to KKR, a private equity firm.

Is HiKOKI and Metabo the same?

So what’s the result, HiKOKI becomes the name in Europe, Asia and other markets while the same tools get the name Metabo HPT in North America…

Do HiKOKI batteries fit Hitachi?

Hikoki multi volt batteries work across all of the HiKoki (& Hitachi) 18v range but it will also work in the brand’s new 36v cordless tool range. Versatility at its finest! HiKOKI is the new brand name for Hitachi. They recently introduced HiKOKI Multivolt which is their new leading battery platform.

Are HiKOKI tools made in China?

HiKOKI uses state of the art assembly technology and manufactures in Japan, Germany, China, Malaysia and other locations around the world.

Does Hitachi own Milwaukee?

Who Owns Milwaukee Tools? Techtronic Industries Co Ltd (TTI) As it turns out, TTI owns Milwaukee Tool and a host of other power tool companies.

Are HiKOKI and Metabo the same?

Do Makita batteries fit HiKOKI?

This battery adapter allow you to use Makita 18V batteries on Metabo HPT 18V and Hikoki 18V tools. Warning: This adapter is compatible with 18V tools only – not 36V tools.