DEWALT DCH273B 20V MAX SDS Rotary Hammer

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.

Pros and cons

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.

Where it stands among rotary hammers

• #8 most-searched brand and model of the 25 rotary hammers lines we track (by search demand, not sales).

From the specs of the 4 rotary hammers we list; not a test result.

Specifications

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