DCF887N.
Cost – from £60.07 buy here
Conditions of testing – regular workshop & DIY
Length of time tested – two years
Value for money – 5/5
Quality – 5/5
Functionality – 5/5
Overall score 15/15
I will never deny that I am a tool snob. But rightly so! I prefer teng tools and draper for hand tools but when it comes to power tools, dewalt always have been my go to for anything.
The DeWalt DCF887N XR Brushless Impact Driver is Equipped with application control, this is achieved through 3 motor speeds and torque settings. Precision Drive mode offers additional control in screw driving applications to avoid material and fastener damage. Fitted with a high power, brushless motor that is capable of outputting up to 205Nm of torque, ensuring heavy applications are completed quickly. It has a super lightweight and compact design that is very comfortable to use and fits in small spaces. The 3 LED, Halo light ring offers excellent work piece lighting. Body Only / Naked Machine, Supplied without Battery or Charger.
Features:
- Super lightweight and compact the tool is very comfortable to use and fits in small spaces
- 1/4″ (6.35mm) ‘drop in’ bit holder allows for quick, one handed fitment
- High power Brushless motor outputting up to 205Nm of torque ensures heavy applications are completed quickly
- Compatible with all DEWALT 18V XR battery packs
- 3 LED “Halo” light ring offers excellent workpiece lighting
- Application control is achieved through 3 motor speeds and torque settings including PrecisionDrive
- PrecisionDrive mode offers additional control in screwdriving applications to avoid material and fastener damage
- Tool-free adjustable shoe with anti-scratch cover bevels 45 degrees in both directions
- 3-position pendulum action controls the aggressiveness or smoothness of cuts
Specification:
- Product Length [Metric]: 134 mm
- Voltage: 18V
- No Load Speed (RPM): 0-1000/2800/3250
- Paper Size: 25000×93
- Bit Holder: 6.35
- Number of Modes: 3
- Impact Rate per Min.: 0-3800
- Product Weight [Metric]: 0.94 Kg
- Product Height [Metric]: 195 mm
- Uncertainty K1 (Vibration): 2.1
- Power Output: 400 W
- Max Torque [Metric]: 205 Nm
Article written by Nige.
Last update: October 2025
Nige uses his Dewalt impact very regularly, both for DIY work around the house or garden and with adaptors he uses them when working on motorbikes. It is his go to power driver along side his 10.8V version. He also owns a 240V 1/2inch impact and air guns and ratchets.
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