DEWALT DCF860BvsDCF870B
Two impact drivers, compared from their makers' published US specs. Specs checked 2026-10-18.
DEWALT DCF860B
Max torque 2,500 in-lbsMax speed 3,800 rpmImpact rate 0-4,500 ipm
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Max speed 3,000 rpmMotor BrushlessBatteries in box 0
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Find DCF870B prices on Amazon Find DCF870B prices at Acme Tools Opens the retailer in a new tab; the current price is shown there. Marketplace sellers vary: check the seller and exact model.How to choose between them
- Both run on DEWALT 20V MAX batteries, so your existing packs fit either; the differences above are the whole decision.
From the published figures only; no testing. Rated figures from different makers are not measured the same way.
Where they differ
- DEWALT DCF860B: higher top speed (3,800 rpm vs 3,000 rpm).
- Both are bare tools: no battery or charger in either box.
5 of 12 listed specs differ or are listed by only one maker. Stated from the published figures only; no testing.
Every published spec, side by side
| Spec | DEWALT DCF860B | DEWALT DCF870B |
|---|---|---|
| Max torque (manufacturer rating)Only one listed | 2,500 in-lbs | Not on maker page |
| Max speedDiffersDCF860B: +800 rpm (+26.7%) | 3,800 rpm | 3,000 rpm |
| Impact rateOnly one listed | 0-4,500 ipm | Not on maker page |
| Tool lengthOnly one listed | 4.8 in | Not on maker page |
| Motor | Brushless | Brushless |
| Batteries in box | 0 | 0 |
| Battery capacity (each) | None included | None included |
| Charger in box | No | No |
| Chuck type | Hex | Hex |
| Weight (DEWALT manual figure)Only one listed | 2.4 lbs | Not on maker page |
| Case | No Case Included | No Case Included |
| Warranty | 3 Year Limited Warranty, 1 Year Free Service, 90 Days Satisfaction Guaranteed | 3 Year Limited Warranty, 1 Year Free Service, 90 Days Satisfaction Guaranteed |
"Differs" marks different published values; pure formatting is not counted. "Only one listed" marks a spec only one maker page gives. Box contents, owner ratings, manuals and sources are on each model's own page: DCF860B, DCF870B. Swap either model in the compare tool. copied
DEWALT DCF860B
Max torque 2,500 in-lbsMax speed 3,800 rpmImpact rate 0-4,500 ipm
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Find DCF860B prices on Amazon Find DCF860B prices at Acme Tools Opens the retailer in a new tab; the current price is shown there. Marketplace sellers vary: check the seller and exact model.DEWALT DCF870B
Max speed 3,000 rpmMotor BrushlessBatteries in box 0
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Find DCF870B prices on Amazon Find DCF870B prices at Acme Tools Opens the retailer in a new tab; the current price is shown there. Marketplace sellers vary: check the seller and exact model.Sources
- DEWALT manual for DCF860B (DCF860_T1_NA_NA180096.pdf), retrieved 2026-10-18
- DEWALT US product page DCF860B (features), retrieved 2026-10-18
- DEWALT US product page DCF870B (features), retrieved 2026-10-18
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Researched by Rob, licensed electrician (Australia), 18 years on the tools. Found an error? Tell us.
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