WEN DP1263V Drill
- Drill
- 6.2 amps
- Corded electric
- 88.01 pounds
- Better rated than 75%
The specs point clearly to a benchtop drill press, sized and powered for a home workshop rather than portable use.
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How it ranks among the 369 drills we track
4.7★ across 75 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
75 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
At just under 40 kilograms and roughly 37 inches tall by the listed dimensions, the DP1263V is a benchtop drill press rather than a handheld drill. It runs on 120 volt corded power at 6.2 amps, with a listed top speed of 3100 RPM.
The weight and 22 by 14.5 by 37 inch footprint point to a stationary machine meant to sit on a bench or stand, not a handheld tool despite the title calling it a drill. Corded electric power at 120 volts and 6.2 amps is typical for a benchtop press of this size.
- 120 volt corded electric power
- 6.2 amp draw
- 3100 RPM listed top speed
- 39.92 kilogram listed weight
Who it's for
Fits a home workshop or garage with bench space for a stationary drill press that wants repeatable, straight holes. Not a fit for anyone expecting a handheld drill, since the weight and dimensions rule that out.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Stationary build adds stability for straight, repeatable holes
- Corded 120 volt power avoids battery limits
- 3100 RPM top speed listed
- Weight and footprint rule out portable use
- Included bits or chuck size are not listed
Performance notes
A listed 6.2 amp draw at 120 volts and a top speed of 3100 RPM are consistent with a variable speed benchtop press aimed at wood and light metal drilling. The nearly 40 kilogram weight adds stability at the base, which helps keep holes straight under load.
Specifications
| Brand | WEN |
|---|---|
| Model | DP1263V |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 88.01 pounds |
| Dimensions | 22 × 14.5 × 37 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Speed | 3100 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Amperage | 6.2 amps |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in drills.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| WEN DP1263V DrillThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 75 | 4.0 / 5 |
| AVID CD316-20 DrillAVID | 4.6 / 5 | 23,200 | 4.6 / 5 |
| SKIL SD561801 DrillSkil | 4.7 / 5 | 11,399 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Hi-Spec DT30317R-CA DrillHi-Spec | 4.4 / 5 | 14,822 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Fanttik E1 Max DrillFanttik | 4.5 / 5 | 7,298 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the WEN DP1263V
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the DP1263V a handheld drill?
No, its weight and dimensions point to a benchtop drill press.
What power does it need?
120 volt corded electric, drawing 6.2 amps.
What is its listed top speed?
3100 RPM.