Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Helicopters / September 2008

There is no way to tell you the 'best' of anything, just use whatever
fits your budget for a cordless drill. They start from around £20 and go
up from there, as long as it turns the engine over fast enough (i.e. it
will turn a twist drill fast enough to drill through metal) it doesn't
need to be fancy (i.e. hammer action).

As for the starter wand; different helis require different adapters so it
would be helpful if you include your model in the post.

Ideally, the Cordless Drill should be chargable from a car battery, or have
a higher voltage than that.  If charging from a car is not an issue, go for
18-22 VDC.  Next, a two speed variable speed drill with reverse is nice.
Some have a locking Chuck that accepts hex shafts, others have the usual
Jacobs style chucks.