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Product Description

A unique tool that makes it easy to work in tight, awkward spaces without sacrificing power, the DW960K-2 Right Angle Drill is a member of DeWalt's 18-volt power tool system. Featuring two distinct modes for project-specific performance, a low mode that delivers 0 to 500 RPM for 310 in./lbs. of torque and a high mode that delivers 0 to 1,500 RPM for 80 in./lbs. of torque, this heavy duty tool performs well in a wide range of applications. Also offering a 3/8-inch chuck that is compatible with a large compliment of drill bits and a multi-grip design that forefronts a three-position rubber paddle switch for maximum versatility and close quarters, this drill driver comes with a one-hour charger, two 18-volt batteries, a screwdriver bit, and a heavy-duty kit box for easy transport and storage. It is backed by a 3-year limited warranty.

Customer Reviews:

• DW960K-2 18V Right Angle Drill:
  First the issues...

  I bought this drill kit about two month's ago and so far it has performed very well on the job.
  I was somewhat concerned to find that even with the fairly high price tag the drill and batteries are both being made completely in Mexico. From my experience, this usually results in a noticeable drop in quality. I suppose this is just a sign of the times and I should be getting used to it by now.
  Also, after years of waiting for Dewalt to produce an 18V RAD unit, I still feel somewhat let down by the fact that it only has a 3/8" chuck capacity, especially since almost all of the trades really need a good 1/2" cordless RAD. The 18V RAD that Milwaukee makes is virtually useless and this Dewalt drill could probably spin a 1/2" chuck under most realistic workload conditions.
  The two NAFTA batteries included are marked only as XR, not XR-Plus as all recent Dewalt 18V batteries manufactured in Japan are. I'm not sure if this means anything, but it did catch my attention.

  And now the praise...

  I have owned the almost identical DW966 14.4V version of this drill for several years and it has been worked hard but was always underpowered for heavier drilling tasks such as boring holes in 2X studs and joists or drilling into wall cavities from a basement or crawlspace below or an attic above, even when using spade/paddle type bits. Although the owners manual lists the maximum hole drilling capacities as the same for both the 14.4V and 18V, the new 18V DW960K has 100 inch-pounds more torque and several hundred more RPM's in high speed than the 14.4V model and is much more at ease with the type of heavier work described above. This drill will never replace your corded RAD for continuous heavy use on larger jobs but is great for smaller jobs where you need to drill several holes and don't want to waste time dragging out an extension cord and hunting for a distant electrical outlet. The added cordless advantages of mobility and safety are especially important when working in a damp crawl space or cramped attic area. The DW960 is only slightly larger and just a little heavier than the older 14.4V drill so it can still easily get into the tight places for drilling or driving screws but has lots more of what tradespersons need most, that being, torque and speed with the ability to interchange batteries with all your other DeWalt 18V tools. Overall it seems to be a well made tool and all is fine for now, but I can only wait and see if the NAFTA product durability will be equal to or better than my older Dewalt drill....more info

• Even better with a 1/2 chuck
  Out of necessity and because it has ample power, I had been planning to convert this drill to a 1/2" chuck for some time, but just recently got around to it.
  Since the DW960 comes with a 3/8" capacity chuck, I assumed that it would be mounted on a 3/8" X 24 TPI spindle as most 3/8" drills are.
  Before buying a 1/2" chuck with a reduced 3/8" X 24 TPI mount, I decided to remove the original chuck and check the spindle to be sure.
  With the chuck removed, I found that the DW960 has a 1/2" X 20 TPI spindle, which is the standard spindle size for mounting a 1/2" chuck.
  I wouldn't bother changing out the chuck on my older model DW966 14.4V right angle drill because it doesn't really have enough power to make it worth the expense, but I decided to check the spindle size on it anyway. It too has the 1/2" X 20 TPI spindle.
  Dewalt most likely does this to give the short spindles more strength, not to allow for an upgrade to a 1/2" chuck. Nevertheless, I really need this drill to be a 1/2", so I purchased a Jacobs made Dewalt OEM style keyless chuck from McMaster and installed it on the drill. It fit perfectly, actually better than the original did, and for my work needs, the extra chuck capacity makes all the difference.
  I would never attempt to use this right angle drill as hard as my straight 1/2" cordless drill, but when working in a tight space, it's great to finally be able to use the DW960 with my Greenlee hole saws larger than 7/8", which have 7/16" shanks. This was the main reason for wanting to ditch the standard 3/8" chuck.
  I've used it with hole saws up to 3-1/2" in 1X and 2-1/2" in 2X material. This seems to be completely within the drills ability without producing any unusual motor strain or heating. Understandably, I'm sure Dewalt would not approve of this modification and if the motor or gear train does eventually end up as toast, I'm okay with the fact that it will be my fault, not Dewalt's.
  With that being said, it now appears that I can finally stop waiting for Dewalt to produce an 18V cordless 1/2" right angle drill....more info
• Customer Service
  A previous review complained about DeWalt customer service phone number not answering.
  I just called them at that number and they answered immediately. I got my support specialist and my problem is solved.
  Try again....more info
• Heavy Duty I think NOT
  The DEWALT right angle drill works well but you need to take good care not to drop it. My DEWALT 18V cordless right angle drill broke when I knocked it off my tool box. It was a 14" fall and I guess it just landed the wrong way. When I picked it up, it started rattling. I was thinking "NO WAY". I couldn't believe it. It was a 14" fall. I also have a Bosch 18V hammer drill which my neighbor accidently dropped on a hard concrete floor from the top of an 8 foot ladder. A few scratches but it still worked flawlessly. ...more info
• Item pictured is not what you get!
  I have many Dewalt tools including several cordless drills and saws. Dewalt has always been a quality name and provides an excellent battery in the 18 Volt series. The right angle drill pictured shows the 18 volt XRP batteries. I ordered this item on two different occasions. The first time the order was sent with two of the lower quality DC9099 18-Volt batteries. I spoke to a representitive from Amazon and another unit was sent that day which was to include the XRP batteries. When the second drill arrived I opened it to find the same thing, the wrong batteries. For some reason the item pictured and the item sent are different. I will say that Amazon gave me a full refund for the purchase but as a business owner I planned on putting this unit in service immediately. Unfortunently I wasted about three weeks (both orders) and still never received the correct drill/battery kit. It is a shame I was really looking forward to using this on a current kitchen cabinet installation project....more info
• Dewalt DW960K-2 Review
  This drill was purchased to help in tight areas of cabinet constuction and repair. It has been used numerous times and has proven to be a worthwhile tool. It is easy to use, and reached all but the hardest to reach places. It has ample power and I would reccomend it to anyone who is considering adding a right angle drill to their inventory....more info
• Color yellow- lemon
  This tool worked great for about three months, then while driving a#10 sheet metal screw the trigger froze in the on position, smoke started coming out of the battery pack, the only way to stop it was to disconnect the battery. I'm a cabinetmaker and this is one of the better right angle drills I've owned, it's a bit heavy and the forward and reverse switch is hard to use. The batteries last a long time, I can be on the job all day without charging them,nice.The keyless chuck is one of the best I've used, I hope this is just one of those lemons you get every now and again because I was really begining to like this tool....more info
• Good to go.
  Drives well in tight spaces. Great to get two batteries. Haven't challenged it's power yet. My other 18V Dewalt drill has not disappionted me. The forward and reverse switch is very small and a pain to use for big hands. ...more info
• not very heavy duty
  This tool never even made it onto the jobsite. Just testing in the workshop proved too much! The chuck spun out of round, and the motor was taxed and stripped trying to run a 3/4 auger. Even a large Irwin speedbore proved too much. I am O.K with a drill not being able to spin a bit-I will back off and try a smaller size. But this tool just seems to strip the gears way too easily. I tried 2 of these, figuring I might have gotten a lemon, but 2 lemons? The gears sound like they are cheaper quality. I think next time I will look at the small Makita corded or perhaps the Hitachi corded or cordless....more info
• must have for a carpenter
  this little drill is a workhorse. I bored a goood 15-20 1" holes a speedbor before it even got hot & even after that it didnt lose any torque or drain the battery. I wouldnt use it for real large jobs but if you need to drill 30-40 hole that aren't too large it easier to use this than to have to plug in a hole hawg and deal with the weight of one of those things...more info