BLACK+DECKER LD120VA Drill
- Drill
- 2 amps
- Battery
- 3.9 pounds
- More reviewed than 100%
A straightforward 20V drill for basic household drilling and driving, not a stand-in for a full-torque contractor drill.
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How it ranks among the 369 drills we track
4.5★ across 38,900 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
38,900 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
400+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The LD120VA is Black+Decker's 20V Max cordless drill and driver, built for light household jobs like hanging shelves and driving screws rather than framing or masonry. It weighs under 4 pounds and runs on a single 750 RPM speed.
Black+Decker positions this as an entry point into cordless tools, and the spec sheet backs that up: one gear speed, a 2 amp motor, and no listed clutch setting. That single-speed setup means less control on delicate work like driving into finished wood, where a low-torque setting normally prevents overdriving. It suits occasional use around the house more than repeat trade work.
- 20V Max battery power source
- 750 RPM single-speed motor
- 2 amp rated motor
- Compact 8.94 x 7.75 x 4 inch body
Who it's for
Homeowners who need a light drill for the occasional shelf, curtain rod, or furniture assembly job. Not aimed at anyone drilling into masonry or driving long deck screws where more torque and a second gear help.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Light at under 4 pounds for one-handed use
- 20V battery matches other Black+Decker 20V Max tools
- Compact enough for tight cabinet or shelf work
- Single speed setting, no low-torque gear
- 2 amp motor is modest for demanding drilling
- No clutch listed for driving control
Performance notes
With one fixed speed of 750 RPM and a 2 amp motor, the LD120VA trades control range for simplicity. There is no listed low-speed, high-torque gear, so anyone doing delicate driving work (thin trim, cabinet hardware) has to modulate trigger pressure rather than switch gears. The 20V battery platform is shared with other Black+Decker 20V Max tools, which matters if you already own that battery system.
Specifications
| Brand | BLACK+DECKER |
|---|---|
| Model | LD120VA |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3.9 pounds |
| Dimensions | 8.9 × 7.8 × 4 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Speed | 750 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Amperage | 2 amps |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Voltage | 20 volts |
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How it compares
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|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK+DECKER LD120VA DrillThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 38,900 | 4.4 / 5 |
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| Hi-Spec DT30317R-CA DrillHi-Spec | 4.4 / 5 | 14,822 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the BLACK+DECKER LD120VA
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What speed does the Black+Decker LD120VA run at?
It has a single fixed speed of 750 RPM, with no second gear listed.
Does the LD120VA use the same battery as other Black+Decker 20V Max tools?
Yes, it runs on the 20V Max battery platform shared across that tool line.
How much does the LD120VA weigh?
About 1769 grams, or roughly 3.9 pounds.