Dewalt has launched a new 20V Max cordless hammer drill, describing it as their most powerful model yet.
The new Dewalt DCD1007 XR series cordless hammer drill is also more compact, with a shorter head length than its 3-speed hammer drill predecessors.
It features a brushless motor, 3-speed transmission, 1/2″ ratcheting nitro-carburized metal chuck with carbide inserts, 3-position LED worklight with pushbutton for manual operation, and is Tool Connect Chip-Ready (chip sold separately) for app-based asset management.
The DCD1007 also features an anti-rotation system, which shuts the tool down if it senses excessive rotation. Basically, this is an anti-kickback mechanism that helps to protect users from counter-rotation such as when a large drill bit jams during use.
Dewalt’s new 3-speed cordless hammer drill can make up to 275 holes per charge (with a 7/8″ auger in 1-1/2″ thick fir) when powered with a DCB2108 8Ah battery.
Dewalt is launching a new battery along the new DCD1007 cordless hammer drill.
The Dewalt DCB2108 20V Max XR battery, dubbed POWERPACK delivers upgraded power and longer lifespan.
Dewalt says their new PowerPack 8Ah battery delivers 50% more power compared to their DCB208 8Ah battery (not in operation), and also longer life (based on charge cycles) compared to the DCB208.
The new battery features an overmolded base that’s “designed to provide a high level of impact resistance.”
We’re in the process of learning more about Dewalt’s latest and greatest XR PowerPack 8Ah battery, which is presumably engineered with tabless Li-ion battery cells.
Dewalt’s new flagship brushless hammer drill will be available in a kit with a Fast Charger and single 8Ah PowerPack battery, with model number DCD1007WW1.
It ships with an auxiliary side handle and removable belt hook, and the kit also comes with a tool bag.
Discussion
We’re still waiting on a few details and specs, but so far the Dewalt DCD1007 looks to be a highly-appealing upgrade.
It delivers more power than the brand’s preceding 20V Max hammer drills, and that includes XR, FlexVolt Advantage, and Power Detect models, when paired with the PowerPack 8Ah battery.
We also get anti-rotation tech, which is definitely appreciated on high-powered cordless drills, and a shorter head length.
The new PowerPack 8Ah battery is making its first appearance with the new drill, and I expect to hear a lot more about it.
It’s worth reminding everyone that the drill will work with all Dewalt 20V Max cordless power tool batteries, although its maximum power delivery will depend on the size and type of battery used.
What do you think about Dewalt’s upgraded brushless 3-speed hammer drill so far?
