- Is a 3/8-inch impact wrench strong enough for lug nuts?
- For most passenger cars and light trucks, yes. It will not match a 1/2-inch impact wrench on seized or over-torqued fasteners, so keep a breaker bar for those.
- What does brushless mean here?
- The motor has no carbon brushes, so it runs cooler and lasts longer per charge than a brushed motor. It also needs less maintenance over the tool's life.
- Does it come with a battery?
- Yes, this version ships with a battery pack. Check which DeWalt battery platform it uses so it matches chargers and tools you already own.
- Can I use it for assembly work?
- Yes. The variable-speed trigger lets you start bolts slowly and tighten in stages, and the LED helps in dark spaces.
- How does it compare with a 1/2-inch impact wrench?
- It is smaller and lighter and reaches tighter spots, but it gives up peak breakaway torque. Choose 1/2-inch for heavy truck and rusted fasteners.
- Where is the Dewalt impact wrench 3/8" drive brushless cordless variable speed w/battery pack cheapest?
- At The Home Depot, for $458.00, as of our latest check.