| Hilti | Automatic Compatible | Fastener Range | Caliber | Weight | Length |
|---|
| DX460 MX | Yes | 1/2 to 2-7/8 inches | .27 caliber | 7.78 pounds | 18.11 inches |
 | - StoryID
- 501388
- ToolNumber
- 1
- ComponentId
- tcm:78-1626976
This tool is well-designed through and through. It's well-balanced, feels good in your hand all day, and is upgradeable to fully automatic?great for production speed. And, it works perfectly as a single-fire tool. The box could use some work. | Price
$669
Contact
Hilti
800-879-8000
hilti.com |
| Powers | Automatic Compatible | Fastener Range | Caliber | Weight | Length |
|---|
| P3500 | No | 1/2 to 3 inches | .27 caliber | 5 pounds | 13-1/2 inches |
 | - StoryID
- 501388
- ToolNumber
- 2
- ComponentId
- tcm:78-1626976
This is a powerhouse tool with a good, basic layout and a good price. It's light and easy to maneuver in tight spots. I also like its sensibly laid-out box. It has a hefty recoil and is loud. I wish the grip was a little more comfortable. | Price
$250
Contact
Powers Fasteners
914-235-6300
powers.com |
| Ramset | Automatic Compatible | Fastener Range | Caliber | Weight | Length |
|---|
| RT400M | Yes | 1/2 to 1-1/4 inches | .27 caliber | 5.5 pounds | 17-1/2 inches |
 | - StoryID
- 501388
- ToolNumber
- 3
- ComponentId
- tcm:78-1626976
I really like the spring action that advances the booster, making this a fast-shooting tool. It has smooth action and comes in both magazine and single shot versions. The fully automatic conversion shoots shorter pins than I often require, so it's limited on my sites, but might be great for others. The recoil is noticeable and the tool is loud. I wish it had a better box. | Price
$499
Contact
ITW Ramset Red Head
800-348-3231
ramset-redhead.com |
| Remington | Automatic Compatible | Fastener Range | Caliber | Weight | Length |
|---|
| 493 PowerPro | No | 1/2 to 3 inches | .27 caliber | 5.35 pounds | 14-3/8 inches |
 | - StoryID
- 501388
- ToolNumber
- 4
- ComponentId
- tcm:78-1626976
This is a very solid tool with smooth action. It's better for one-off work than production speed. It has a good, sensible box with plenty of room for a day's worth of pins and boosters. | Price
$319
Contact
DESA Specialty Products
800-858-8501
desatech.com |
| Simpson | Automatic Compatible | Fastener Range | Caliber | Weight | Length |
|---|
| PTP-27AL | No | 1/2 to 2-1/2 inches | .27 caliber | 5.56 pounds | 17-1/4 inches |
 | - StoryID
- 501388
- ToolNumber
- 5
- ComponentId
- tcm:78-1626976
This is the price champion?the best combination of features and cost. The tool is well-balanced and deals with both recoil and noise very well. The box is the best in the group and the tool will soon have a fully automatic upgrade. | Price
$350
Contact
Simpson Strong-Tie Anchor Systems
800-999-5099
simpsonanchors.com |