DeWalt made a lot of noise at World of Concrete 2026 in January, but one announcement deserves more attention than it got: the debut of DEWALT POWERSHIFT™, an entirely new battery platform engineered specifically for concrete and heavy demolition work.
This isn’t a 20V MAX or FLEXVOLT product. PowerShift is a separate, higher-voltage system — and the tools it enables are in a different performance class from anything in DeWalt’s existing cordless lineup.
Two Tools, One Platform — Both Serious
PowerShift 12-Inch Cut-Off Saw (DCPS612AG2)
DeWalt calls this the most powerful cordless cut-off saw in the industry — across any battery size or gas equivalent. It cuts up to 4⅝ inches deep through concrete, rebar, and ductile iron. On a single charge, it delivers up to 8 linear feet of full-depth concrete cutting or 156 cuts through #5 rebar. An electric brake stops the blade in under three seconds. Available Fall 2026.
PowerShift 1-1/8-Inch Hex Demo Hammer (DCPS966AG2)
This hammer delivers 45 joules of impact energy — well above the 6–11 ft-lbs range typical of M18 and 20V MAX SDS-Max tools. It features SHOCKS Active Vibration Control for reduced fatigue and Wireless Tool Control, which syncs wirelessly with DeWalt’s FLEXVOLT dust extractor without a cable. Available Spring 2026.
Why This Matters: A New Voltage Tier
PowerShift isn’t an evolution of an existing line — it’s a new voltage tier for applications where 20V MAX and even 60V FLEXVOLT don’t have enough headroom. That’s a significant move for DeWalt, which has spent years building cross-compatibility between its 20V MAX and FLEXVOLT platforms.
The 45-joule demo hammer, in particular, is the kind of number that starts replacing pneumatic and gas tools on commercial job sites. Most cordless demolition hammers top out well below that — Milwaukee’s MX FUEL demo hammers compete in this space but require their own separate platform too.
Who These Tools Are For
For most DIYers and residential contractors, PowerShift is overkill. But if you work in concrete construction, commercial remodeling, or industrial maintenance, these tools are worth putting on your radar. The Spring 2026 demo hammer will likely hit first; the cut-off saw follows in Fall 2026. Pricing has not been announced.
For context on all the major WOC 2026 announcements, see our full World of Concrete 2026 roundup. For a broader look at where DeWalt’s platforms fit compared to Milwaukee and Makita, our battery platform comparison covers the ecosystem trade-offs. Shoppers looking at current-generation cordless saws can find our picks in the best cordless circular saws guide.
Availability and pricing subject to change. Check manufacturer specifications for complete details.
