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DeWALT

DEWALT DWP849X Variable Speed Buffer Polisher 7-9 Inch

  • 12 amps, 120 volts, corded electric
  • 3500 RPM speed
  • 10.4 pounds item weight
  • 9.2 x 22 x 4.6 inches dimensions

Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A corded polisher with a hefty motor rating and a weight that rewards two hands. The listing leaves out pad size and speed range details.

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ASIN: B004W1WGICModel: DWP849XCategory: Polishers

Overview

A garage floor or workshop bench is where this DeWalt polisher gets used, drawing power from a cord and spinning a pad at a single listed speed. The listing is brief and mostly numeric.

The reason to look is a motor rating in the strong range for polishing work, from a trade-focused brand. The limit is missing information: no pad diameter, no speed control description and no accessories are mentioned.

Who it's for

Detailers and workshop users who polish larger surfaces and can handle a heavier tool. The cord supplies power without battery limits. Casual users with small jobs may find it unwieldy.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Strong motor rating
  • Corded steady power
  • Stable weight in use
Cons
  • Pad size not listed
  • Speed range not described
  • Heavy for long overhead use

Performance notes

Pad speed and motor power decide how quickly compound cuts and how well the tool holds speed under pressure. A heavier body adds stability against pad wobble but increases fatigue. Cord supply avoids the fade that a draining battery would cause.

Specifications

BrandDeWALT
ModelDWP849X
Dimensions & fit
Item weight10.4 pounds
Dimensions (D x W x H)9.2 D x 22 W x 4.6 H inches
Capacity & performance
Speed3500 RPM
Power & efficiency
Power SourceCorded Electric
Amperage12 amps
Voltage120 voltshigher than 81% of 22 polishers

Closest rivals on specs

Makita 9237CX3 Specialty Tool
  • Amperage 12 vs 10 amps (+20%)
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Frequently asked questions

Is the DeWalt DWP849X cordless?

No. It is listed as corded electric at 120 volts and 12 amps.

Is the DeWalt DWP849X a sander or grinder?

The category is polishers, and the listing gives no sander or grinder features, only motor, speed, weight and size data.