12V XR
3 batteries and 5 chargers, and the 12 tools on ToolPicker that run on them.
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Batteries for 12V XR
DCB127
DCB127 2.0Ah 12V XR · 21.6Wh · Li-ion (cylindrical)
0.22kg
No retailer price yet
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DCB124
DCB124 3.0Ah 12V XR · 32.4Wh · Li-ion (cylindrical)
0.25kg
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DCB126 5.0Ah 12V XR · 54Wh · Li-ion (cylindrical)
0.46kg
£10.99
from £54.95
at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery · 2 retailers
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Smallest first. Per Ah is the lowest price we track divided by the pack's Ah, worked out by us.
DCB116
DCB116 Fast charger
6A
1
from £39.99
at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery · 2 retailers
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DCB132 Dual-port charger
4A
2
from £119.95
at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery · 3 retailers
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DCB104 Multi-voltage 4-port charger
8A
4
from £259.95
at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery · 3 retailers
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Output is per bay where the maker gives it. Each charger's page has its charge time for each pack.
Tools that run on 12V XR
Showing all 12 · prices from the UK retailers we track
About 12V XR
In short
DeWalt’s 12V XR platform is the brand’s sub-compact cordless system, designed for tight-access work where the size and weight of an 18V tool become a hindrance. Electricians working in consumer units, plumbers in awkward joist spaces, and finish carpenters all favour 12V XR for its precision and reach.
The platform is small but capable, modern brushless 12V XR drill drivers, impact drivers, and angle ratchets cover most light-to-medium-duty applications. The range is significantly smaller than the 18V XR system, with around 20 tools available in the UK.
12V XR is completely separate from DeWalt’s 18V XR platform, the batteries and tools do not cross over despite the shared “XR” branding.
Strengths
- Sub-compact size: fits where 18V tools won't
- Lightweight: typical 12V XR drill weighs under 1kg
- Brushless motors across most current tools
- A way into the DeWalt cordless system for lighter work
- Same XR build quality as the 18V range
Considerations
- Much smaller tool range than 18V XR: limited heavy-duty options
- Lower torque and runtime compared to 18V tools
- Batteries and tools are not cross-compatible with DeWalt 18V XR
Questions
Which batteries fit DeWalt 12V XR tools?
DeWalt 12V XR tools take the 12V XR slide battery only, in capacities such as 1.5Ah, 2.0Ah and 5.0Ah.
Can I use an 18V XR battery on a 12V XR tool?
No. The 12V XR and 18V XR systems are completely separate, with different battery footprints and no cross-compatibility. They share the XR brand name only.
What is the 12V XR range best for?
Compact, lighter-duty work such as electrical, plumbing and finish carpentry, where a smaller, lighter tool matters more than maximum power.