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DEWALT® 20V MAX* XR® 12-in. Double Bevel Sliding Miter Saw (Tool Only)

A DEWALT 20V brushless cordless sliding miter saw with a yellow and black handle, dust collection bag, and adjustable base for precision cutting.

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Precisely execute miter and bevel cuts with the 20V MAX* XR 12 in. Double Bevel Sliding Miter Saw, our first 12 in. 20V MAX* Miter Saw compatible with our entire range of 20V MAX* and DEWALT FLEXVOLT batteries¡ (sold separately). Featuring regenerative braking technology, this miter saw offers exceptional runtime and efficiency. The bevel gear transmission helps maximize runtime by minimizing the power lost in the system. As our largest cut capacity 20V MAX* miter saw, this saw delivers up to 371 cuts in 3 1/4 in. MDF Base Molding** and up to 153 cuts in pressure treated 4 in. X 4 in. timber**. With integrated WIRELESS TOOL CONTROL designed to maximize productivity, this product captures up to 97% of dust   to help maintain a clean work environment (battery and charger sold separately).

  • Our largest cut capacity 20v max* miter saw - cut up to 14 in. horizontally, 6-1/2 in. baseboard standing up, or 6-1/2 in. crown nested.
  • Cut. capture. charge. - help maximize productivity and battery life. regenerative braking technology helps deliver up to 371 cuts in 3 1/4 in. mdf base molding** and up to 153 cuts in pressure treated 4 in. x 4 in. timber**.
  • Cordless compatibility - our first 12 in. miter saw compatible with the full range of dewalt 20v max* and dewalt flexvolt batteries***.
  • Efficient dust collection - capture up to 97% of dust“ “  during use.
  • Help minimize clean-up - help maintain a clean work environment with integrated wireless tool control that enables vacuum operation with the pull of a trigger (dust bag and vacuum adaptor included, vacuum sold separately).
  • Proven accuracy - get adjustment-free cut line indication with the cutline blade positioning system.
  • Bevel gear transmission - work confidently with a transmission designed to help minimize power loss.
  • Easy portability - move around the jobsite with ease utilizing the convenient carry handles and a lightweight design of only 51.7 lbs. (tool only).
  • Quick bevel adjustments - set bevel cuts to 22.5º or 33.9º fast with the included bevel pawls.
  • Intuitive design - set the depth of cut and adjust miter and bevel cut settings with simple touchpoints.

Product Type
Miter Saw
Voltage
20 V
Cordless or Corded
Cordless
Power Source
Battery
Tool Only
Yes

  • (1) DCS785 DEWALT® 20V MAX* XR® 12 in. Double Bevel Sliding Miter Saw
  • (1) 12 in. 60T Blade
  • (1) Stabilizer Bar
  • (1) Dust Bag
  • (1) Non-Airlock Vacuum Adapter
  • (1) Blade Wrench
  • (2) Base Extensions
  • (1) Material Clamp
  • (1) DCB2108 battery
  • (1) Charger

  • 3 Year Limited Warranty, 1 Year Free Service, 90 Days Satisfaction Guaranteed

* *Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 20. Nominal voltage is 18.

* **Per charge, using DCB2108 battery (sold separately)

* †Additional subscription charge and third party data rate charges may apply.

* ††Cutting 2x10 SPF using DCB2108 battery (sold separately) DWV015 Vacuum (sold separately), and DWV9402 Fleece Bag (sold separately)

* ‡DEWALT batteries in the market as of 12/31/24, and for best performance use 8Ah (or higher) battery (sold separately).

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This item does not include a battery or charger. Compatible batteries and accessories can be found within the 20V MAX* XR® system.

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