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18V/54V FlexVolt · Brushless DeWalt DCH481N-XJ 54V XR FlexVolt Brushless SDS Max Combination Hammer (Body Only, Carry Case)

SDS Max Hammer Drills · DeWalt 18V/54V FlexVolt

DeWalt DCH481N-XJ 54V XR FlexVolt Brushless SDS Max Combination Hammer (Body Only, Carry Case)

Name: DeWalt DCH481N-XJ 54V XR FlexVolt Brushless SDS Max Combination Hammer (Body Only, Carry Case)
Brand: DeWalt
SKU: DCH481N-XJ
Availability: InStock

5.4kg bare54V3 years (with registration)

Compact 54V FlexVolt SDS Max hammer for holes up to 40mm in concrete. Three modes including rotary only drilling for dry diamond cores, with anti-rotation, active vibration control and a work light.

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6.1J

Impact energy

40mm

Max hole, concrete

3,150bpm

Impact rate

5.4kg

Weight (bare)

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 energy6.1J

5.6J lowestMakita HR3540Chighest 21.4JMakita HR006G

Max hole, concrete40mm

35mm lowestMakita HR3540Chighest 52mmHiKOKI DH52ME

Impacts per minute3,150

2,100 lowestBosch GBH 12-52 DVhighest 4,100Einhell TE-RH 38 3F

Weight (bare)5.4kg

5.2kg lightestMakita HR3540Cheaviest 11.9kgBosch GBH 12-52 DV

Compare it with: + Makita HR4013C + Einhell TE-RH 40 3F + Bosch GBH 5-40 DCE + HiKOKI DH45MA

Full specs

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

Hammer & Drilling

Chuck systemSDS Max

Impact energy6.1 J

Measured to EPTA✓ Yes

Impact rate3,150 bpm

No-load speed540

Max hole, concrete40 mm

Best range, concrete16–30mm

Max core cutter100 mm

Physical & Build

Weight (bare)5.4 kg

Weight (with battery)6.48 kg

LED work light✓ Yes

Case typeCarry case

Case included✓ Yes

Noise level98 dB(A) LpA / 106 dB(A) LwA

Vibration (hammer drilling)9.1 m/s²

Vibration (chiselling)8.1 m/s²

Modes & Handling

ModesRotary drilling / Rotary hammering / Hammering only

Chisel only✓ Yes

Drill only (no hammer)✓ Yes

BodyL-shape

Anti-vibration✓ Yes

Anti-vibration systemActive Vibration Control (AVC)

Electronic anti-rotation✓ Yes

Anti-rotation systemAnti-rotation system

Safety clutch✓ Yes

Power & Motor

Voltage54V

MotorBrushless

Dust & Extraction

Extractor auto-startYes (built into tool)

Auto-start systemDeWalt Wireless Tool Control (WTC)

Powered by DeWalt 18V/54V FlexVolt · 4

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Tool weight worked out by adding each pack's weight to the bare tool, using the makers' figures. The maker's own with-battery figure can differ slightly. We may earn a commission on retailer links.

Warranty · 3yr

Up to 3 years1 year as standard, 3 once you register it with DeWalt

Register within 4 weeks. Batteries/chargers excluded (PowerStack eligible). Nailers and other fastening tools are excluded and keep 1 year. Kit tools registered individually.

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