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3450-20 vs 3453-20: M12 subcompact vs M12 FUEL impact driver
M12 Subcompact Brushless 1/4" Hex Impact Driver vs M12 FUEL 1/4" Hex Impact Driver
Both are M12 1/4" hex impact drivers.
The FUEL 3453 has more torque (1,500 in-lbs vs 1,100 in-lbs) and speed. The subcompact 3450 is smaller and lighter (4.3" long and 1.3 lbs vs 5" and 2.0 lbs).
The 3450 is a great light-duty and homeowner driver. Pros who drive bigger screws all day should pick the 3453.
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| Spec | M12 Subcompact Brushless 1/4" Hex Impact DriverModel 3450-20 | M12 FUEL 1/4" Hex Impact DriverModel 3453-20 |
|---|---|---|
| Best price | Live prices coming soon | Live prices coming soon |
| Battery | M12 | M12 |
| Tool type | Impact | Impact |
| Class | Brushless | FUEL |
| Comes as | Bare tool | Bare tool |
| Max torque | 1,100 in-lbs | 1,500 in-lbs BEST |
| No-load speed | 0-3,000 RPM | 0-3,600 RPM BEST |
| Impacts / blows / strokes per min | 0-4,100 IPM BEST | 0-4,000 IPM |
| Chuck, drive, blade or wheel | 1/4 in. hex | 1/4 in. hex |
| Tool length | 4.3 in. BEST | 5 in. |
| Weight (tool only) | 1.3 lbs BEST | 2.0 lbs |
| Features | – | – |
| Review videos | – | 4 on the tool page |
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