Metabo HPT NR83A5S 21 Degree Framing Nailer
- Power Source: Pneumatic
- Warranty Description: 5 years
- Item Weight: 8.8 pounds
- Color: No Color
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A pneumatic framing nailer for crews already set up with shop air, offering steady power at the cost of needing a compressor on hand.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. ProductDome earns a commission when you buy through links on this page.
ASIN: B07MFWY7ZDModel: NR83A5(S)Category: Nailers
Overview
The NR83A5(S) is an air powered framing nailer from Metabo weighing 8.8 pounds, with plastic noted among its material makeup. It runs off shop air rather than a battery, a common setup for high volume framing work.
Pneumatic nailers like this one depend on a compressor and air line, trading battery swaps and charge time for consistent power as long as air supply holds. At 8.8 pounds it's on the heavier end for a handheld nailer, which matters over a full day of overhead or repetitive driving.
- Air powered operation
- 8.8 pound item weight
- Includes plastic components
- No battery required
Who it's for
Suited to framers and crews already running an air compressor on site who want consistent nail driving power without battery management. Not the right pick for anyone without existing air line infrastructure.
Pros and cons
- Consistent power from shop air, no battery needed
- Built for high volume framing nail driving
- Requires a compressor and air line on site
- 8.8 pounds adds up over a full day
Performance notes
Air powered nailers deliver consistent driving force as long as the compressor keeps pace, without the runtime limits of a battery pack. At 8.8 pounds the tool has some heft, which is typical for framing nailers built to drive larger fasteners.
Specifications
| Brand | Metabo |
|---|---|
| Model | NR83A5(S) |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 8.8 poundshigher than 86% of 140 nailers |
| Product Dimensions | 21.2 × 4.2 × 13.2 inches |
| Size | No Size |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Pneumatic |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | No Color |
| Material | Plastic |
| Finish | Brushed |
| Included components | |
| Batteries Included | No |
| Included Components | NR83A5(S) Framing Nailer, Safety Glasses |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 5 years |
| Other details | |
| Batteries Required | No |
| Part Number | NR83A5(S)M |
| Item Model Number | NR83A5(S) |
| Style | NR83A5(S) Only |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Measurement System | Metric |
| Usage | Professional |
Closest rivals on specs
Frequently asked questions
Does the Metabo NR83A5(S) need a battery?
No, it runs on compressed air rather than a battery.
How much does the NR83A5(S) weigh?
8.8 pounds.
What is the NR83A5(S) nailer used for?
It's built as a framing nailer, driving larger nails using air power rather than battery or fuel cell systems.