DEWALT DCH273B Drill
- Drill
- 5 amps
- Battery
- 5.95 pounds
- Better rated than 75%
- More reviewed than 92%
A 20 volt cordless DeWalt drill with a torque-leaning 1100 RPM top speed, built for general drilling and fastening work.
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How it ranks among the 369 drills we track
4.7★ across 3,387 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
3,387 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
700+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
The DeWalt DCH273B is a 20 volt cordless drill rated at 5 amps with a top speed of 1100 RPM, weighing 2.7 kilograms and measuring about 13 by 4.2 by 8.6 inches.
The category and title both point to a drill, and the battery-powered, 20 volt spec fits DeWalt's cordless line. The 1100 RPM top speed is on the lower side for a drill driver, which typically means more torque per rotation rather than fast drilling in soft material.
- 20 volt cordless power source
- 5 amp rating
- 1100 RPM top speed
- 2.7 kg (about 6 lb) weight
Who it's for
Suits someone already invested in DeWalt's 20 volt cordless system who needs a drill for general drilling and driving tasks. Less suited to a buyer who needs the highest possible spin speed for large-diameter holes in soft wood.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 20 volt cordless platform for portability
- Compact footprint at 13 by 4.2 by 8.6 inches
- Manageable 2.7 kg weight for one-handed use
- 1100 RPM top speed is modest next to faster drill drivers
- Battery and charger inclusion is not stated in this listing
Performance notes
At 1100 RPM top speed with a 5 amp rating, the DCH273B is set up more for controlled, higher-torque drilling and driving than for fast spinning through soft material, and the 2.7 kilogram weight keeps it manageable for one-handed use over a work session.
Specifications
| Brand | DeWALT |
|---|---|
| Model | DCH273B |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 5.95 pounds |
| Dimensions | 13 × 4.2 × 8.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Speed | 1100 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Amperage | 5 amps |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Voltage | 20 volts |
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How it compares
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|---|---|---|---|
| DEWALT DCH273B DrillThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 3,387 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the DeWALT DCH273B
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What voltage does the DeWalt DCH273B run on?
It is a 20 volt cordless tool.
What is the top speed of the DeWalt DCH273B?
1100 RPM.
How much does the DeWalt DCH273B weigh?
About 2.7 kilograms, roughly 6 pounds.