DEWALT DW255 Drywall Screw Gun 6.0 Amp
- Power Source: Corded Electric
- Torque: 60 in-lb
- Speed: 5300 RPM
- Material Type: Plastic, Rubber
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A fast corded option worth considering for repetitive driving work, though the high RPM means it is not built like a torque heavy boring drill.
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ASIN: B00004W5PYModel: DW255Category: Drills
Overview
The DW255 is a corded, 120 volt drill from DeWalt that spins up to 5300 RPM and weighs 4.15 pounds. That top speed is unusually high for general purpose drilling.
5300 RPM on a corded 120V tool sits well above what most hole boring drills run, and is closer to what dedicated fast driving tools use. Buyers should read this as a tool built for speed over torque, since chuck size and clutch details are not published. The listed 12 by 10.25 by 3 inch dimensions are flatter and wider than a typical drill body, and may describe the packaged unit rather than the tool itself.
- 120V corded power
- 5300 RPM top speed
- 4.15 lb tool weight
- DeWalt DW255 model
Who it's for
Fits users who need a fast, corded driving tool and do not want to manage battery charge on a job. Less suited to anyone expecting a slow, high torque hole boring drill.
Pros and cons
- High 5300 RPM top speed
- Corded power with no battery to charge
- No cordless voltage limits on runtime
- 4.15 pounds is heavier than typical cordless drivers
- Chuck size and clutch settings not published
- Listed dimensions may reflect packaging rather than the tool body
Performance notes
Running at up to 5300 RPM on a 120V corded motor, this tool is built for fast, repetitive driving rather than low speed, high torque boring. At 4.15 pounds it has more heft than a typical cordless driver, consistent with a corded motor and cord.
Specifications
| Brand | DeWALT |
|---|---|
| Model | DW255 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 4.15 poundshigher than 59% of 238 drills |
| Item Dimensions L X W X H | 12 × 10.2 × 3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Speed | 5300 RPM |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Voltage | 120 voltshigher than 85% of 255 drills |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Plastic, Rubber |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | (1) PHILLIPS Tip #2 |
| Other details | |
| Torque | 60 in-lblower than 67% of 154 drills |
| Item Type Name | Screw Gun |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Drywall hanging, Framing light gauge studs, Fastening drywall to wood and light gauge metal studs |
| Shape | Rectangular |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the DEWALT DW255 corded or cordless?
Corded, running on 120 volts.
What is the top speed of the DW255?
Up to 5300 RPM.
How much does the DW255 weigh?
4.15 pounds.