DEWALT DCF870BvsMilwaukee 2761-20
Two impact drivers, compared from their makers' published US specs. Specs checked 2026-10-18. Makers do not always rate the same way, so treat cross-brand figures with care.
DEWALT DCF870B
Max speed 3,000 rpmMotor BrushlessBatteries in box 0
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Max torque 1,000 in-lbsMax speed 3,200 RPMImpact rate 6,300 IPM
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- Already own DEWALT 20V MAX batteries? The DCF870B uses them; the 2761-20 needs Milwaukee M18 batteries and a charger.
- Already own Milwaukee M18 batteries? The 2761-20 is the one that fits what you have.
- Starting from nothing: this is a battery-system choice more than a tool choice; compare the kit versions, which add batteries and a charger.
From the published figures only; no testing. Rated figures from different makers are not measured the same way.
Where they differ
- Different battery systems: DEWALT 20V MAX vs Milwaukee M18. Batteries and chargers do not interchange.
- Milwaukee 2761-20: higher top speed (3,200 RPM vs 3,000 rpm).
- Both are bare tools: no battery or charger in either box.
9 of 13 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 DCF870B | Milwaukee 2761-20 |
|---|---|---|
| Max torque (manufacturer rating)Only one listed | Not on maker page | 1,000 in-lbs |
| Max speedDiffers2761-20: +200 RPM (+6.7%) | 3,000 rpm | 3,200 RPM |
| Impact rateOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 6,300 IPM |
| Weight, tool onlyOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 2.4 lb |
| Tool lengthOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 4.33 in |
| Motor | Brushless | POWERSTATE Brushless |
| Batteries in box | 0 | 0 |
| Battery capacity (each) | None included | None included |
| Charger in box | No | No |
| Chuck typeDiffers | Hex | Hex Quick Change |
| CaseOnly one listed | No Case Included | Not on maker page |
| Drive modesOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 3-Mode |
| WarrantyOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 5 Year Limited Warranty |
"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: DCF870B, 2761-20. Swap either model in the compare tool. copied
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.Milwaukee 2761-20
Max torque 1,000 in-lbsMax speed 3,200 RPMImpact rate 6,300 IPM
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Find 2761-20 prices on Amazon Find 2761-20 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 US product page DCF870B, retrieved 2026-10-18
- Milwaukee US product page 2761-20, retrieved 2026-10-18
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