DEWALT DCH172B Drill Yellow
- Drill
- 10 amps
- Battery, Corded electric
- 4.6 pounds
A DEWALT 60 volt drill with corded backup power and a slow 1060 RPM top speed built for torque heavy work rather than fast general drilling.
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How it ranks among the 369 drills we track
4.5★ across 16 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
16 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
Running on either a 60 volt battery or a corded 10 amp connection, the DEWALT DCH172B is a drill weighing 4.6 pounds. Its 1060 RPM top speed sits well below typical general purpose drills, pointing to a tool built more for torque than speed.
Dual power source flexibility, battery or cord, means it can keep working through a battery swap or a charge without stopping the job. The listing does not state chuck size, clutch settings or whether it includes a hammer function.
- Dual power source: 60V battery or 10A corded
- 1060 RPM top speed
- Weighs 4.6 pounds
- 4.5 star rating from 16 reviews
Who it's for
Suits users who need higher torque, slower speed drilling and want the option to run on battery or cord. Not the pick for anyone who wants a lightweight, high RPM drill for quick general purpose holes.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Dual 60 volt and 10 amp power sources
- Runs on battery or cord, whichever is available
- 1060 RPM is slow for general purpose drilling
- 4.6 pounds adds up over extended use
- Chuck size and hammer function not stated
Performance notes
A 1060 RPM top speed is low compared to standard drills, which usually favors torque over rotation speed and tends to suit driving through dense material better than fast hole boring. The dual power source draws from a 60 volt pack or a 10 amp corded connection.
Specifications
| Brand | DeWALT |
|---|---|
| Model | DCH172B |
| Amperage | 10 amps |
| Power Source | Battery, Corded electric |
| Item Weight | 4.6 pounds |
| Voltage | 60 volts |
| Speed | 1060 rpm |
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How it compares
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| DEWALT DCH172B Drill YellowThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 16 | 2.7 / 5 |
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Questions about the DeWALT DCH172B
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Can the DCH172B run on battery and on a cord?
Yes, the listing gives both a 60 volt battery rating and a 10 amp corded rating.
How fast does the DCH172B drill spin?
1060 RPM, according to the listed speed.
How much does the DCH172B weigh?
4.6 pounds.