Metabo HPT NV65AH2 Coil Siding Nailer Review
Verdict: the Metabo HPT NV65AH2 is the siding nailer to buy for durability — the same tough, low-recoil reputation as its NV45 roofing sibling, aimed at people who side for a living.
| Type | Pneumatic coil siding nailer (15°) |
| Nail range | 1½″ to 2½″ wire coil |
| Weight | ~5.5 lb |
| Notable | Durability reputation, low recoil |
| Street price | ~$260 |
The name history
Like all Metabo HPT tools, this was a Hitachi (the NV65AH2) before the brand rebrand — so you'll see it listed both ways. Same gun, and Hitachi's siding nailers earned the same jobsite loyalty as their roofing guns.
Durability and recoil
The NV65AH2's pitch is longevity and comfort: it's built to take daily jobsite abuse, and the low recoil keeps your placement consistent through a long wall. Feed is reliable, jams are rare — the traits that make crews stick with a gun for years.
On the wall
It drives 1½″–2½″ coil siding nails with tool-free depth, so it sets flush on wood and fiber cement and leaves vinyl loose when you back the depth off. Test on scrap, as always.
Pros
- Strong durability reputation
- Smooth, low recoil
- Reliable feed
Cons
- Hitachi/Metabo name change confuses searches
- Shorter minimum nail than some rivals (1½″)
- Needs a compressor
Who should buy it?
Full-time siders and anyone who wants a gun that outlasts cheaper ones. For value, the Bostitch N66C is close and often cheaper; for durability under daily use, the Metabo is the pick. Compare all of them in the best siding nailer roundup.
Frequently asked questions
Is the NV65AH2 the same as the Hitachi version?
Yes — same tool, rebranded from Hitachi to Metabo HPT.
Metabo NV65AH2 or Bostitch N66C?
Metabo for durability, Bostitch for value. Both are excellent coil siding nailers.
Good for Hardie and cedar?
Yes, with the right corrosion-resistant nails and the depth set to seat flush without overdriving.