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SDS Max Hammer Drills

Bosch GBH 12-52 D Professional 240V 1700W SDS Max Rotary Hammer (Carry Case)

11.5kg240V3 years (with registration)

1700W SDS max rotary hammer with 19 J impact energy for drilling up to 52mm and heavy chiselling in concrete and stone. Constant speed, restart protection and Rotation Control Clutch.

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19J
Impact energy
52mm
Max hole, concrete
1,700W
Power input
11.5kg
Weight

Where it sits among sds max hammer drills

Against the 56 sds max hammer drills we list. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.

Impact energy19J
5.6J lowestMakita HR3540Chighest 21.4JMakita HR006G
Max hole, concrete52mm
35mm lowestMakita HR3540Chighest 52mmThis one
Power input1,700W
850W lowestMakita HR3540Chighest 1,700WThis one
Weight11.5kg
5.2kg lightestMakita HR3540Cheaviest 11.9kgBosch GBH 12-52 DV
Compare it with: + Makita HR5212C + Einhell TE-RH 40 3F + HiKOKI DH52MA + DeWalt D25733

Full specs

From Bosch's own documentation. Checked 03/10/2026. Report a spec error ›

Hammer & Drilling

Chuck systemSDS Max
Impact energy19 J
Measured to EPTA✓ Yes
Impact rate2,100 bpm
No-load speed105–215
Max hole, concrete52 mm
Best range, concrete30–50mm
Max core cutter150 mm
Dust extractionGDE 68 / GDE max (listed by Bosch GB as fitting accessories)

Power & Motor

Voltage240V
Power input1,700 W

Modes & Handling

ModesHammer drilling / Chiselling / Vario-Lock chisel position (16 positions)
Chisel only✓ Yes
Chisel position lock✓ Yes
Reduced or variable impact✓ Yes
BodyL-shape
Safety clutch✓ Yes

Physical & Build

Weight11.5 kg
Case typeCarry case
Case modelCarrying case 1 615 438 705
Case included✓ Yes
Noise level99 dB(A) LpA / 107 dB(A) LwA
Vibration (hammer drilling)16.4 m/s²
Vibration (chiselling)15.4 m/s²

Warranty · 3yr

Up to 3 years1 year as standard, 3 once you register it with Bosch
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Register within 4 weeks. Batteries & chargers can also be extended (unlike DeWalt/Makita).

Warranty terms are set by the maker and can change. Always confirm current cover on their site before you buy.

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