Which has more torque, the DCF897P2 or the DCF964B?

The DCF964B. It is rated 1,420 ft-lbs fastening and 1,900 ft-lbs breakaway against 700 and 1,200 ft-lbs for the DCF897P2.

Is the DCF964B worth it if I already own DeWalt 20V batteries?

Yes. At $299.95 as of November 3 it is the cheaper and stronger tool, and your existing 20V MAX packs fit it.

What does the extra money for the DCF897P2 kit buy?

Two 5.0Ah batteries, a multi-voltage charger and a contractor bag, plus a lighter, shorter body. The wrench itself is weaker than the DCF964B.

Which is easier to handle overhead or in tight spots?

The DCF897P2. It weighs 7.2 lbs and is 8-13/16 in long, against 9 lbs and 10 in for the DCF964B.

Do both use a 3/4-inch hog ring anvil?

Yes. Both have a 3/4-inch square drive with hog ring retention for quick socket changes.

Which one should a shop with no DeWalt batteries buy?

The DCF897P2 kit, unless you plan to buy 20V batteries separately. Adding two 5.0Ah packs and a charger to the DCF964B narrows the price gap.

DeWalt Cordless Impact Wrench Kit DCF897P2 3/4 Inch Hog Ring vs DEWALT 20V MAX XR Brushless 3/4 in High Torque Impact Wrench with Hog Ring (DCF964B)

Buy the DCF964B if you want the most torque for the least money. It is $299.95 at Amazon as of November 3, bare tool only, and it out-pulls the DeWalt kit on both fastening and breakaway torque. Buy the DCF897P2 kit if you need batteries, a charger and a bag in one box; it is $640.18 at Auto Tool World as of November 3, more than double the bare tool. The gap is mostly batteries and charger, not capability.

Today the DEWALT 20V MAX XR Brushless 3/4 in High Torque Impact Wrench with Hog Ring (DCF964B) costs $340.23 less at its best price.

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