DEWALT DXV05S-QTB Specialty
- Specialty
- 8 amps
- Corded electric
- 16.9 pounds
- Better rated than 60%
A corded 120 volt, 8 amp tool from Dewalt at just under 17 pounds, better suited to stationary shop use than mobile work.
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How it ranks among the 273 specialties we track
4.6★ across 127 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
127 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 273 specialties we track - how the scorecard works · full specialties data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The Dewalt DXV05S-QTB is a corded electric tool running on 120 volts and drawing 8 amps, with a body weighing 16.9 pounds. The DXV prefix lines up with Dewalt's wet or dry vacuum family, though the listing itself confirms only electrical specs and weight.
An 8 amp draw at 120 volts is consistent with shop-class equipment that needs steady wall power rather than battery runtime. The listing's category label is generic, so the DXV model naming is the more reliable clue to what this actually is, and it points toward Dewalt's vacuum lineup rather than a hand power tool.
- 120V corded power
- 8 amp draw
- 16.9 lb weight
- DXV05S model, Dewalt vacuum family
Who it's for
Workshop or garage users who have an outlet nearby and want a corded 120 volt tool with real, steady power. Not a fit for anyone who needs cordless portability away from a wall outlet.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Steady corded 120V power with no battery to charge
- 8 amp draw suited to shop-class equipment
- Moderate recent purchase volume of 200 a month
- Corded design ties it to a wall outlet
- Exact function beyond DXV vacuum naming unconfirmed
Performance notes
The 8 amp draw at 120 volts is a moderate load, in line with shop equipment such as a wet or dry vacuum motor, and the 16.9 pound weight keeps it liftable but not something you carry all day.
Specifications
| Brand | DeWALT |
|---|---|
| Model | DXV05S-QTB |
| Amperage | 8 amps |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Item Weight | 16.9 pounds |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
Other DeWALT specialties
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in specialties.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEWALT DXV05S-QTB SpecialtyThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 127 | 4.0 / 5 |
| CRAFTSMAN CMCK200C2 SpecialtyCraftsman | 4.7 / 5 | 8,953 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Worx WX082L.2 SpecialtyWORX | 4.4 / 5 | 18,000 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Stanley SL18116P SpecialtySTANLEY | 4.6 / 5 | 14,157 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Vacmaster VBVB611PF 1101 SpecialtyVacmaster | 4.6 / 5 | 9,012 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the DeWALT DXV05S-QTB
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What power does the Dewalt DXV05S-QTB use?
Corded electric at 120 volts, drawing 8 amps.
How much does the DXV05S-QTB weigh?
16.9 pounds as listed.
What kind of tool is the Dewalt DXV05S-QTB?
The listing labels it Specialty, but the DXV prefix matches Dewalt's wet or dry vacuum lineup.