WORX WX279 18V (20V MAX) Cordless Brushless Impact Wrench with 2 x 2.0Ah Batteries
WX279
Technical Specifications of the WX279 Wrench
- The chuck works with any 1/2-Inch impact socket or fastening adapter
- Torque ranges: 0-100/180/300 in/Nm
- Impact rates: 0-1600/2900/3300 bpm
- Rpms rated at 0-1300/2100/2900min
WORX WX279 20V Cordless Brushless Impact Wrench
Part of the Powershare Battery range.
This 1/2″ impact wrench is powered by a brushless motor for longer motor life and more run time. The impact wrench features a 3-speed gearbox with variable speed trigger for superior control. This tool is perfect for working on auto mobiles or driving lag bolts. The on-board LED light allows you to work under poor lightning conditions and will turn on before driving the fastener and will stay on a few seconds after.
- Brushless motor technology delivers 50% longer runtime
- Variable 3-speed Design
- Compact and lightweight Design
Features of the WORX WX279 Brushless Impact Wrench
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Driving Home BoltsWhether driving in lag bolts or building up scaffolding, the WORX Impact Wrench will meet all your needs with it’s three-speed design gearbox. | Automobile ApplicationsThis powerful wrench is an ideal fit for the automobile trade. Its powerful motor makes short work when removing or tightening wheel nuts. | 20V Max Lithium – Powershare BatteryThe WORX Lithium power battery platform is the ideal source of energy for the latest generation of power tools. It provides extreme performance and allows you to interchange your 20V batteries with any WORX 20V tool – across the garden and power tool ranges. |
| Weight: | 3.06 kg |
| Dimensions: | 27 x 12 x 26.2 cm; 3.06 Kilograms |
| Model: | WX279 |
| Part: | WX279 |
| Colour: | Black |
| Pack Quantity: | 1 |
| Batteries Required: | Yes |
| Batteries Included: | Lithium Ion |
| Manufacture: | WORX |
| Colour: | Black |
| Quantity: | 1 |
Good quality but.
Purchased this as I already have worx tools and batteries, all well built. I watched a video on YouTube testing this tool against a torque wrench and was impressed, and that convinced me it would do the job I wanted which was mainly to remove wheel nuts, unfortunately even with a 5ah battery will not crack them off, I have to crack them manually and then use the gun to whip them off. Even so it still saves me time and I’m still pleased I bought it.
Great value for money
I’m really satisfied with this tool. I already had a Cordless Brushless drill from Worx, so I can share the batteries now and both tools work well. Looking forward to purchasing another tool from this brand.
Amazing tool
This worx dac dac is the best thing since sliced bread…loads of torque. Made my life so much easie
Very good tool.
It seems to be a very good tool for my kind of work. I have not yet put it through real heavy work so I can’t say anything about the battery life but it looks good so far.
Great product good torque
Great product good torque. It removes old Land Rover wheel nuts with ease
Love it ..has come in handy when needed
Brought on a whim as wanted extra tool for box .
So far I’ve used this to change car wheel bolts . Bolting timber sleeper walls together and general bolts and fittings tightening and loosening. Worth having this as a bit of extra umpth when needed .
Handy tool saves time unbolting and refixing.
I have the whole set of worx tools so this was a must,you have to crack the nut/bolt first like any other cordless impact tool saves wear on the gun,people expect to much from cordless tools,i’m happy with it.
Took wheels off easily
I have a few Torx tools and this is as good as the others I can’t understand the reviews about car wheels it took mine off with little effort.
Your wheels must be tighter than they need to be.
Seems powerful for 20v
I haven’t used it on the car yet but I have used it on DIY jobs
Works well
It does what I want it to do with no problems
Is very good
Very good machine, I change my front suspension on a golf mk5 with no problems.
Shifts tight nuts as well.
Recommended I have a few worx products but this is the best one for my tight nuts.
Well made and does what it is supposed to do.
A very useful tool. Extremely good for removal those stubborn nuts and bolts.
Really powerful
Looks really good, and works even better, will be buying more Wrox products in the future
The Worx WX279 Cordless Impact Wrench
Ive been performing DIY on my cars for nearly 20 years now, and I never actually thought I needed such a tool.
They were also very expensive in the past (mid to late 2000’s), but now most mainstream tool manufacturers offer reasonably cheap solutions.
During the lock down period I performed several tasks on the daily and the project car consisting of brake over haul and the usual maintenance.
I then thought, wouldn’t it be handy to have a tool to whip off the wheel nuts nice and easy. (maybe I am just getting old now) haha.
Granted I have been using a manual extended wrench these past years, but I am always up for tools to making jobs much more easier.
I searched for reasonably cost impact wrenches and the two that fit the bill was the Ryobi R18IW3-120S and this Worx WX279.
It was really a no brainier for me as I owned several Worx tools already, it made sense to go for the Worx one.
However the Worx is slightly down on torque compared to the Ryobi so would it perform the job I needed it too??
The Worx also comes with two batteries which was a good advantage, as it will compliment my Worx WX384 combi drill and Worx WX030 portable vacuum too.
I purchased it and waited anxiously for it to arrive.
I also purchased a 19mm extended impact socket for my wheels (please check your wheel nut diameter)
Nothing fancy, just a standard Sealey 19mm Impact socket Model number IS1219D
DO not use standard socket attachments — It must be Impact type. The standard sockets can shatter and cause serious injury.
The size and weight was impressive for the WX279. It felt really nice to hold being compact. Most impact wrenches are pretty big and heavy.
I don’t have the luxury of having a garage or driveway.
I do most of my DIY car work in a communal car park, and living on a top floor of a flat I have to lug all my tools with me on the day I perform any DIY car work. Not easy, so weight and size is always a factor for me.
The real test, will it remove the wheel nuts on my daily 2006 Honda Accord and project 1999 Honda s2000.
Yes it did, with the power setting on 3 and a fully charged battery. Several seconds and the wheel nuts were loose.
It felt lovely to use in the hand and the impact vibrations weren’t too bad when operating.
I can now jack the entire car up on 4 axle stands and whip of the wheels instantly. No need to loosen the wheels nuts before jacking up the car.
It’s a very high quality tool. I haven’t tried it yet on things like suspension bolts, but for wheel nuts its perfect.
I now need to expand my impact socket set.
It’s not cheap but would I recommend it? Yes I would.
Mainly due to the size, weight and if you own Worx tools already.
The Ryobi would be a better choice if you are in need for a more powerful tool for more heavy duty usage.
However, for the size of this unit I don’t think it can be beaten.
Dont forget to register or unit with Worx to get your 3 year warranty.
Its only 2 years if you don’t.
Go on and treat yourself. It be your new garage friend 🙂
Speeds up boring jobs
Used this for the first time to loosen my wheel nuts , I needed to crack them first with a wrench then away you go, whipped out the bolts in a matter of seconds . Great for removing and replacing the bolts on my starter . Good tool to have in your kit.
Fairly useful.
Pretty good and useful.
Used to replace discs and pads, not quite powerful enough to undo lug nuts, but managed on caliper bolts.
Makes the job that bit quicker if nothing else.
Lug nuts went back on okay and didn’t need much extra to reach the correct torque.
Very good tool
Very good item just the price is a little high
Another great Worx tool!
Excellent torque wrench, makes mincemeat of wheel bolts. Wheel bolts torque up to 130Nm and this span them off like they weren’t even torqued up at all. 2-3 seconds of impact and then “whizz” off the came. Another fantastic Worx tool to add to my collection, drill, impact driver, sander and angle grinder, all working perfectly.
Handy but not mighty
Excellent tool for most jobs. Don’t expect it to wizz off very tight nuts and bolts though. It won’t undo wheel nuts if they’re torqued up. I torque mine to 130nm and it wasn’t able to crack them. But it’s still a handy tool with PowerShare being a plus and it’s small and lightweigh
Awesome bit of ki
Fantastic little bit of kit I was sceptical about buying this but after researching it I’m glad I did. Nothing seems too tight for it on maximum setting and battery indicator tells you what power you have. Brillia
Good battery life. Fast charging but the tightening torque on wheel nuts is 105 nm max
Its a great tool for most jobs on suspension but not great for hub nuts, crank pulley nuts etc.
Top tip crack off with breaker bar and then gun the nut/bolt off afterwards. Makes job faster, but this tool isnt a one stop shop for everything and you still need a torque wrench at the end of the day
Scaffolder uses
Scaffolder used and works great good torque for fastening and undoing fittings you need a smaller pin for socket I used simple split pin no troubles
Perfect and powerful
Really impressed with the torque from this impact gun. Small and light as well. Batteries last forever.
Super nut blaster!
Really impressed with this! I was a little worried that at this price bracket it wouldn’t cut the mustard. How wrong was I! Have only used for a suspension job and whipping wheels off so far but nothing has been a struggle yet.
3 power settings and I’m yet to go above setting 2! This was enough to remove wheel nuts / top mounts etc.
Charges nice and fast, 2 batteries so bonus.
Would definitely recommend for the DIY enthusiasts
Great value for money
Personally works well for me, plenty of torque when using the right setting, basic layout with easy torque settings, basic isn’t always bad, in this case it’s bloody good! Have used it a few times and works a charm! Highly recommend if you have or planning on getting other Worx tools as it has battery share
Good value does a wheel nut in seconds
Didnt want to spend loads on an impact gun as ill only use it far and few between,it has 3 torque settings and is quite light and very small.
It has 2 batteries and a charger so good value for money.
If your after somthing that your going to use contantly then id say this wont cut it but just for the odd wheel nut etc its perfect.
So many cheap torque wrenchs for sale so really your spoilt for choice but this one has a good name on it and a decent price aswel,it also come with a solid plastic case!
Quality feel and nice design, but a bit slow.
Liked the handling and quality feel of the product, Liked the storage box supplied.
A bit underpowered for really tight wheel nuts.
Very well made impact, powerful, light weight, compact. I must admit I was a little skeptical at first seeing with such small body, however out of sheer curiosity I wanted to try it out on an axle nut of my car, it was torqued to spec at 250Nm, charged the battery as per instructions, I chose the 3rd setting (most powerful) and boom 5-8 seconds impact and the nut was in my hand. Love this item also 2 batteries included in which more knows brands like Dewalt, makita etc charge a fortune for i
Summary:
– Lightweight
– Powerful. I haven’t struggled with any nuts/bolts yet.
– Guide light is useful when working under machinery.
– Battery power is great. One charge with undo many dozens of bolts.
– Second battery keeps you working at all times
– 3 power settings is a feature I didn’t think I needed until I had this.
Full Review:
I have used this along with an impact socket set to work around my tractors, large mowers, filed rollers, and various heavy machinery. I don’t understand how I worked with spanners in the past. I get work done far more quickly, probably in 20% of the time I used to spend on nuts/bolts. The quality of the impact wrench is far beyond what I expected. It is well made and the feature for reducing/increasing power is very useful once you get used to what is needed under what circumstances.
The battery has loads of power and you could spend a day working on machines and still not run out of power in one battery. But just in case you do, it comes with a spare. Very please with this which was bought accidentally as the one I was going to buy was out of stock.
Neat and compact and powerful
Perfect addition to my collection of worx tools. I had a puncture and it made changing the wheel a piece of cake, light in weigh
Good produc
Used with proper impact sockets it’s removed some really big hub nuts certainly speeds up your job.
Very handy used to have an air driven impact wrench ...
Very handy used to have an air driven impact wrench, this has replaced it no problems and come’s with a spare battery so no downtime.
Excellent piece of kit. Works extremely well. Much better than turning my compressor on and draging the air line.
Five Stars
Best priced tool ive bought in this range perfect for the job good tool range all round
Five Stars
im a scaffolder excellent for the job good value well chuffed
he's delighted with i
Bought this for my husband’s Christmas,he’s delighted with it.
I’ve got to give it to worx I usually use dewalt impact wrench 18v for my job scaffolding I’ve used dewalt for years .but not anymore this is cheaper more powerful and even feels better made so I shall try the other worx tools from now o
Five Stars
Worked well and can get wheel nuts and I like it it feels good
Great powerful tool, perfect for putting up scaffolding, no issues with this