DeWalt DCD796D2 20V MAX XR Compact Hammer Drill Kit - Brushless Power And 34,000 BPM For Masonry Work

DeWalt DCD796D2 20V MAX XR Lithium Ion Compact Hammer Drill Kit pairs a brushless motor with up to 34,000 blows per minute and 0-550/0-2,000 RPM two-speed gearing for drilling into wood, metal and masonry. For US trades, the 20V MAX XR platform and 2.0Ah batteries are the core appeal.

DeWalt DCD796D2 20V MAX XR Compact Hammer Drill Kit targets electricians, carpenters and remodelers who need a cordless hammer drill that stays compact without giving up torque or speed. The kit centers on the DCD796 20V MAX XR brushless 1/2 inch hammer drill/driver and includes two 2.0Ah XR Lithium Ion batteries, a charger, belt hook and kit box for jobsite transport, as documented in the kit contents from a power and telecom supplier's listing for model DCD796D2.Power & Tel describes the kit contents and platform data for the DCD796D2 hammer drill kit

Brushless hammer drill with 20V MAX XR platform

At the core of the DCD796D2 kit is the DCD796 hammer drill/driver, a brushless model on DeWalt's 20V MAX XR cordless platform. The DeWalt product page for the 20V MAX XR Cordless Brushless Compact Hammerdrill Kit identifies DCD796D2 as a compact hammer drill kit with XR Lithium Ion batteries, quoting a tool weight of 2.7 lb, a weight including battery of 3 lb, and a tool length of about 190 mm (roughly 7.5 inches).DeWalt's DCD796D2 hammerdrill kit page lists tool weight, dimensions and XR battery details

Torque and impact performance place the DCD796D2 in the compact-premium segment of cordless hammer drills. A technical description from a specialist power tool retailer reports maximum hard torque of 70 Nm, soft torque of 27 Nm, no-load speeds of 0-550 and 0-2,000 RPM, and hammer impact rates of 0-9,350 and 0-34,000 BPM, with a 1.5-13 mm metal ratcheting keyless chuck and drilling capacities up to 40 mm in wood and 13 mm in metal and masonry.A power tool retailer lists torque, BPM, chuck capacity and drilling capacities for DCD796D2

Kit components, batteries and ergonomics

The DCD796D2 kit bundles the hammer drill with two XR 2.0Ah Lithium Ion battery packs, model DCB203, allowing users to swap packs instead of stopping to recharge. A Grainger listing for the cordless hammer drill kit confirms that the kit includes two batteries, one charger, the DCD796 compact hammer drill, a belt hook and a kit box, and tags the tool as part of the 20V MAX XR series with a tool weight around 3.6 lb and a tool length of 7.5 inches.Grainger's product listing for DCD796D2 confirms kit contents, tool length and weight

DeWalt positions the DCD796D2 in the compact premium hammer drill category, keeping size and mass down while maintaining impact and torque. The DeWalt product sheet cites a compact footprint of approximately 190 mm in length and 203 mm in height and notes a T-handle grip and an all-metal two-speed transmission, which is intended to extend tool life. The foot-mounted LED work light with delay feature is meant to illuminate dark corners without requiring a separate flashlight, as documented on the technical specification page that lists a foot LED and 15-position adjustable torque control.A DeWalt regional product page details the 15-position torque ring, dual-speed transmission and foot LED features

Performance in wood, metal and masonry

Performance figures documented across DeWalt and distributor sources place the DCD796D2 hammer drill among compact models capable of serious drilling and fastening. DeWalt's specification table lists a power output around 460 W, drilling capacities of 40 mm in wood, 13 mm in metal and 13 mm in masonry, and an impact rate reaching up to 34,000 blows per minute when the hammer mode is engaged.DeWalt's spec table lists power, drilling capacities and impact rates for the DCD796D2 hammerdrill

A technical comparison between the DCD791 drill/driver and the DCD796 hammer drill explains that the DCD796 uses the same brushless motor and compact chassis but adds hammer functionality, delivering up to 34,000 BPM for masonry work. That comparison presents the DCD796 as the version to choose when occasional concrete anchors or brick drilling are required, while the DCD791 is more focused on wood and metal without hammer impacts.A compact drill comparison explains the DCD796 hammer mode and BPM advantage over the DCD791 drill/driver

Price positioning and launch context

When DeWalt introduced the DCD796D2 kit in the US market, trade media covering woodworking tools reported a manufacturer suggested retail price of $219.00 for the "20V MAX XR Li-Ion 1/2 inch Compact Hammerdrill Kit (2.0Ah)" under SKU DCD796D2, providing a price anchor for the kit at launch in November 2015.A woodworking trade publication lists an MSRP of $219.00 for the DCD796D2 compact hammerdrill kit at launch

Subsequent distributor and retailer listings position the DCD796D2 kit in the same general price band for compact professional hammer drill kits, with one US power tool retailer showing an original price of $229.99 for the XR brushless compact hammer drill/driver kit that includes two 2.0Ah batteries, charger and TSTAK kit box, keeping it close to the documented launch MSRP.A US power tool retailer lists an original price of $229.99 for the DCD796D2 kit

Brand ownership and US sales entity

DeWalt operates as a professional tools brand under the Stanley Black & Decker group, with historical timelines showing that Black & Decker acquired DeWalt Inc. in 1960 and that the merger creating Stanley Black & Decker placed DeWalt within that US tools and outdoor-equipment parent. A corporate brand overview explains that DeWalt functions as one of Stanley Black & Decker's flagship professional tool brands, distinct from sibling brands such as Black+Decker and Craftsman.The Stanley Black & Decker brand portfolio page confirms DeWalt as a tools brand within the group

For US distribution, DeWalt tools and sites are associated with Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., based at 701 E Joppa Road, Towson, Maryland 21286, as noted on the DEWALT official US site footer that identifies the sponsor as "DEWALT, a division of Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc." for US promotions and support.The official DeWalt US site credits Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. at Towson, MD as the US entity behind the brand

Comparison with compact drill alternatives

Within DeWalt's own compact drill line, the DCD796D2 kit sits above drill/driver-only options such as the DCD791, which shares the XR brushless platform and compact dimensions but omits hammer functionality. A comparison of the DCD791 and DCD796 notes that both pack 460 unit watts out (torque in DeWalt's UWO metric) and similar no-load speed ranges, yet the DCD796 adds hammer mode with impact rates cited at tens of thousands of BPM, making it better suited to occasional masonry tasks.The compact drill comparison shows equal torque for DCD791 and DCD796 but a hammer mode only on DCD796

For tradespeople weighing a hammer drill kit against a combo kit, DeWalt also offers packages such as the DCK287D2 combo kit that pair the DCD796 20V MAX XR compact hammer drill with an impact driver and the same DCB203 2.0Ah XR batteries. That combo format fits users who routinely drive fasteners with an impact driver, while the DCD796D2 kit keeps the focus on the hammer drill and a compact kit box for drilling-centric work.A combo kit description shows the DCD796 hammer drill paired with an impact driver and two XR 2.0Ah batteries

Use case and limits

On job sites where drilling into concrete block or brick is part of the task list but not the dominant workload, the DCD796D2 kit's hammer mode, impact rates up to roughly 34,000 BPM and compact 20V MAX XR form factor offer a bridge between lightweight drill/drivers and heavier SDS rotary hammers. The documented drilling capacity of 13 mm in masonry and the two-speed gearbox with 0-550 and 0-2,000 RPM ranges are aligned with anchoring tasks, such as setting medium-diameter concrete screws or wedge anchors in hollow block or brick.DeWalt lists the masonry drilling capacity and 2-speed ranges that define the DCD796D2's typical use case

For users spending most of the day drilling large-diameter holes in reinforced concrete or driving long structural screws, the DCD796D2 kit's compact size and 2.0Ah batteries make it more of a mid-duty solution than a heavy-duty anchor specialist. In that context, the documented 70 Nm hard torque and power output near 460 W keep it competitive with other compact hammer drills, while larger rotary hammers and higher-capacity battery platforms handle the most demanding anchoring and boring tasks beyond the DCD796D2's stated capacities.Technical data for DCD796D2 shows torque and capacities suited to mid-duty drilling rather than continuous heavy concrete work

Key Facts: DeWalt DCD796D2 20V MAX XR Compact Hammer Drill Kit

• Product: DeWalt DCD796D2 20V MAX XR Cordless Brushless Compact Hammer Drill Kit
• Manufacturer: Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., Towson, MD (DeWalt division)
• Category: Cordless hammer drill kit (20V MAX XR platform)
• Model designation: DCD796D2 hammer drill kit with DCD796 tool and DCB203 XR 2.0Ah batteries
• Voltage: 20V MAX XR cordless platform (nominal 18V class)
• No-load speed: 0-550 RPM (low), 0-2,000 RPM (high)
• Impact rate: up to approximately 34,000 blows per minute in hammer mode
• Drilling capacity: up to 40 mm in wood, 13 mm in metal and masonry
• Chuck size: 1/2 in keyless metal ratcheting chuck with 1.5-13 mm capacity
• Kit contents: DCD796 hammer drill, two XR 2.0Ah Lithium Ion batteries, charger, belt hook, TSTAK kit box
• Price: $219.00 MSRP for the compact hammerdrill kit (as of 11/05/2015)
• Target audience: US tradespeople and serious DIY users needing a compact brushless hammer drill on the DeWalt 20V MAX XR platform for wood, metal and occasional masonry work