DEWALT DCD996N

DCD996N

The DEWALT DCD996N is an 18V XR brushless 3‑speed hammer drill supplied body‑only. It delivers extremely high torque, fast drilling speed, and a heavy‑duty build, making it ideal for demanding professional applications in wood, metal, and masonry.

Key Features:
• Battery: Body‑only — compatible with all DEWALT 18V XR batteries
• Brushless Motor: High‑efficiency design for maximum power and runtime
• Hammer Function: High‑speed hammer drilling for masonry applications
• 3‑Speed Transmission: All‑metal gearbox for durability and control
• LED Worklight: 3‑mode foot‑mounted LED with high‑output spotlight mode
• Heavy‑Duty Chuck: All‑metal nitro‑carburised ratcheting chuck with carbide inserts
• Accessories: Belt hook and magnetic bit holder included

Technical Specifications:
• No‑Load Speed: 0–500 / 0–1500 / 0–2250 rpm
• Beats per Minute: 0–8600 / 0–25,500 / 0–38,250 bpm
• Max Torque: 95 Nm (hard)
• Max Drilling Capacity (Wood): 55 mm
• Max Drilling Capacity (Metal): 15 mm
• Max Drilling Capacity (Masonry): 13 mm
• Chuck Capacity: 1.5–13 mm
• Weight: 1.7 kg (tool only)
• Warranty: 1 year standard, extendable to 3 years with registration

Alternative: DEWALT DCD996P2
The P2 kit includes two 5.0Ah batteries and charger for maximum runtime.

An introduction to combi drills: The combi drill combines a hammer action and drill driver function enabling drilling into concrete and brick as well as wood, metal or plastics. Combi drills are cordless; see percussion drills for their mains equivalent. Click here to see all our drills

To choose between combi drills: The key consideration when choosing a combi drill is the maximum drilling diameter required. 13mm refers to maximum drilling diameter in concrete & brick. You can use a larger drill bit for metal, plastic & wood (& some machines allow this in concrete & brick too) providing it has a 13mm or smaller diameter shank to fit the chuck. A keyless chuck is tightened by hand. Click here to see all our combi drills

To make sure you've got the right combi drill - 13mm keyless chuck: Choosing the right battery: Cordless (or battery powered) tools have various chemical battery types; Li-ion is the latest technology, prior to that it was Ni-MH and Ni-Cad was the original. The higher the Ah (Ampere hours) the longer the interval between charges; the fewer times you recharge a battery the longer it will last. Some cordless tools can also come without batteries - also referred to as naked, bare units or body only. These tools are supplied without a battery or charger and more often than not without any accessoires. As a result they are significantly cheaper in price.

Most professional combi drills have a variable speed function and a variety of torque settings. Additionally there is often a choice between single, 2 or 3 speed gears; a low speed and higher torque setting is used for screw driving whilst a higher speed is used for drilling metal or wood for example. Click here to see all our combi drill - 13mm keyless chuck