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DeWalt DCD798B 20V MAX Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Hammer Drill (Tool Only)

DeWalt DCD798B 20V MAX Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Hammer Drill (Tool Only)

4.1(11 ratings)

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  • Last seen at $169.00 at Toolup on Nov 11.

Our take on the DeWalt DCD798B 20V MAX Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Hammer Drill (Tool Only)

The DeWalt DCD798B is a brushless 20V MAX cordless hammer drill with a 1/2 in. chuck, sold as a bare tool. Its head measures 6.93 in., over an inch shorter than the model it replaces, and it delivers up to 404 unit watts out with up to 28,050 BPM in hammer mode for light concrete and masonry work. A built-in LED lights the work surface. It suits tradespeople and serious DIYers already on the 20V MAX battery platform who want a compact drill that can also handle anchors and small holes in block or brick. Against brushless hammer drills from Milwaukee and Makita it trades some peak power for a shorter body, and it needs batteries and a charger that many buyers already own.

Best forOwners already on the DeWalt 20V MAX battery platformDrilling anchors and small holes in concrete and masonryFitting into tight spaces where a long drill won't reachTradespeople who want one tool for drilling and driving
Pros
  • Short 6.93 in. head fits tight spots
  • Brushless motor with up to 404 unit watts out
  • Hammer mode reaches up to 28,050 BPM
  • On-tool LED work light
  • Belt hook included
Cons
  • Bare tool: no battery or charger in the box
  • Only 1/2 in. chuck, no quick-release hex
  • Hammer mode is for light masonry, not heavy concrete
  • Few ratings so far, and some are lukewarm

DeWalt DCD798B 20V MAX Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Hammer Drill (Tool Only) prices at every store

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    $169.00Checked Nov 11
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What reviewers say

  • 4.1 / 511 ratings

Feedback is limited, with a 4.1 out of 5 average across 11 ratings. Buyers who like it point to the compact size and the power for its class; the lower marks suggest expectations weren't fully met.

What people mention
  • SizePraisedOwners like the short head because it reaches into tight spots.
  • PowerMixedSome find the brushless motor strong for its class, while others expected more.
  • Hammer modeMixedIt handles light masonry, but buyers say it is not a substitute for a rotary hammer.
  • BatteryCriticisedIt ships as a bare tool, so buyers must supply their own 20V MAX battery and charger.

About the DeWalt DCD798B 20V MAX Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Hammer Drill (Tool Only)

The DeWalt DCD798B is a 20V MAX brushless cordless hammer drill with a 1/2 in. ratcheting chuck. It is made for drilling in concrete and masonry as well as other jobsite tasks. The tool head is 6.93 in. long, which is over 1 in. shorter than the comparison model the manufacturer cites.

It delivers up to 404 unit watts out (UWO). In hammer mode it reaches up to 28,050 BPM, and in drill mode it runs up to 1,650 RPM with no load. The ratcheting chuck provides high bit retention. An on-tool LED work light illuminates the work area.

This is the tool only. The battery and charger are sold separately.

Voltage
20V MAX
Motor
Brushless
Chuck size
1/2 in. ratcheting chuck
Power
Up to 404 UWO
Hammer speed
Up to 28,050 BPM
Drill speed
Up to 1,650 RPM, no load
Head length
6.93 in. (tool head length only)
Work light
On-tool LED
In the box
1 hammer drill, 1 belt hook
Not included
Battery and charger

Questions and answers

Does the DCD798B come with a battery?
No. It is a bare tool: the box holds the drill and a belt hook only. You need a DeWalt 20V MAX battery and charger.
Is it good for drilling concrete?
It handles light masonry such as anchors and small holes in block or brick. For repeated or large holes in concrete, a corded or cordless rotary hammer is the better tool.
How does it compare with the drill it replaces?
The head is over an inch shorter at 6.93 in., and the brushless motor is rated up to 404 unit watts out. That makes it easier to fit into tight spaces while keeping comparable power.
What chuck does it have?
A 1/2 in. keyless chuck, so it takes standard round and hex-shank drill bits and driver bits. There is no quick-release hex holder.
Which batteries work with it?
Any DeWalt 20V MAX battery. Larger packs give longer runtime but add weight and length to the tool.
What is in the box?
The hammer drill and a belt hook. Battery, charger and case are sold separately.
Where is the DeWalt DCD798B 20V MAX Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Hammer Drill (Tool Only) cheapest?
At Toolup, for $169.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the DeWalt DCD798B 20V MAX Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Hammer Drill (Tool Only)?
Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 11 ratings.

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