DEWALT DCF961BvsMilwaukee 2967-20
Two impact wrenches, 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 DCF961B
Max torque 1,320 ft-lbs (conflict: the same DEWALT page also says 1,626 Nm, about 1,200 ft-lbs)Max breakaway torque 1,900 ft-lbs (conflict: the same DEWALT page also says 2,372 Nm, about 1,750 ft-lbs)Max speed 1,200 rpm
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Max torque 1,200 ft-lbsMax breakaway torque 1,600 ft-lbs (Milwaukee: nut-busting torque)Max speed 0-2,000 RPM
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- Already own DEWALT 20V MAX batteries? The DCF961B uses them; the 2967-20 needs Milwaukee M18 batteries and a charger.
- Already own Milwaukee M18 batteries? The 2967-20 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.
- DEWALT DCF961B: more torque (1,320 ft-lbs (conflict: the same DEWALT page also says 1,626 Nm, about 1,200 ft-lbs) vs 1,200 ft-lbs).
- DEWALT DCF961B: more breakaway torque (1,900 ft-lbs (conflict: the same DEWALT page also says 2,372 Nm, about 1,750 ft-lbs) vs 1,600 ft-lbs (Milwaukee: nut-busting torque)).
- Milwaukee 2967-20: higher top speed (0-2,000 RPM vs 1,200 rpm).
- Milwaukee 2967-20: higher impact rate (0-2,400 IPM vs 0-1,890 ipm).
- Milwaukee 2967-20: shorter (tool length) (7.6 in vs 8.43 in).
- Both are bare tools: no battery or charger in either box.
10 of 15 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 DCF961B | Milwaukee 2967-20 |
|---|---|---|
| Max torque (manufacturer rating)Differs | 1,320 ft-lbs (conflict: the same DEWALT page also says 1,626 Nm, about 1,200 ft-lbs) | 1,200 ft-lbs |
| Max breakaway torque (manufacturer rating)Differs | 1,900 ft-lbs (conflict: the same DEWALT page also says 2,372 Nm, about 1,750 ft-lbs) | 1,600 ft-lbs (Milwaukee: nut-busting torque) |
| Max speedDiffers2967-20: +800 RPM (+66.7%) | 1,200 rpm | 0-2,000 RPM |
| Impact rateDiffers2967-20: +510 IPM (+27.0%) | 0-1,890 ipm | 0-2,400 IPM |
| Anvil | 1/2 in | 1/2 in |
| Weight, tool onlyOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 5.9 lb |
| Tool lengthDiffersDCF961B: +0.83 in (+10.9%) | 8.43 in | 7.6 in |
| Motor | Brushless | POWERSTATE Brushless |
| Batteries in box | 0 | 0 |
| Battery capacity (each) | None included | None included |
| Charger in box | No | No |
| Anvil typeDiffers | Hog Ring Anvil | Friction Ring |
| Weight (DEWALT manual figure)Only one listed | 7.65 lbs | Not on maker page |
| CaseOnly one listed | No Case Included | Not on maker page |
| 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: DCF961B, 2967-20. Swap either model in the compare tool. copied
DEWALT DCF961B
Max torque 1,320 ft-lbs (conflict: the same DEWALT page also says 1,626 Nm, about 1,200 ft-lbs)Max breakaway torque 1,900 ft-lbs (conflict: the same DEWALT page also says 2,372 Nm, about 1,750 ft-lbs)Max speed 1,200 rpm
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Find DCF961B prices on Amazon Find DCF961B 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 2967-20
Max torque 1,200 ft-lbsMax breakaway torque 1,600 ft-lbs (Milwaukee: nut-busting torque)Max speed 0-2,000 RPM
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Find 2967-20 prices on Amazon Check the 2967-20 price 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 DCF961B (features), retrieved 2026-10-18
- DEWALT US product page DCF961B (manual linked there), retrieved 2026-10-18
- Milwaukee US product page 2967-20 (features), retrieved 2026-10-17
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