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SDS Max Hammer Drills

HiKOKI DH52MA 240V 1500W SDS Max Rotary Hammer (Carry Case)

11.8kg240V3-year warranty

Corded 1,500W SDS Max rotary hammer with 15.5 J impact energy for drilling concrete up to 52mm and core bits up to 160mm. It has a low vibration handle, a speed dial and 12 chisel positions.

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15.5J
Impact energy
52mm
Max hole, concrete
1,500W
Power input
11.8kg
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 energy15.5J
5.6J lowestMakita HR3540Chighest 21.4JMakita HR006G
Max hole, concrete52mm
35mm lowestMakita HR3540Chighest 52mmThis one
Power input1,500W
850W lowestMakita HR3540Chighest 1,700WBosch GBH 12-52 DV
Weight11.8kg
5.2kg lightestMakita HR3540Cheaviest 11.9kgBosch GBH 12-52 DV
Compare it with: + Makita HR4003C + Bosch GBH 5-40 DCE + DeWalt D25614 + Einhell TE-RH 40 3F

Full specs

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

Hammer & Drilling

Chuck systemSDS Max
Impact energy15.5 J
Measured to EPTA✓ Yes
Impact rate2,250 bpm
No-load speed210–330
Max hole, concrete52 mm
Max core cutter160 mm

Physical & Build

Weight11.8 kg
Case typeCarry case
Case modelHiKOKI injection case
Case included✓ Yes
Noise level100 dB(A) LpA / 108 dB(A) LwA
Vibration (hammer drilling)15.1 m/s²
Vibration (chiselling)10.8 m/s²

Modes & Handling

ModesRotary hammer / Hammer only / 12 chisel positions
Chisel only✓ Yes
Chisel position lock✓ Yes
Reduced or variable impact✓ Yes
BodyL-shape
Anti-vibration✓ Yes
Anti-vibration systemLVH (Low Vibration Handle)
Safety clutch✓ Yes

Power & Motor

Voltage240V
Power input1,500 W

Warranty · 3yr

3 years on this toolHiKOKI's longer cover doesn't apply to this kind of tool, so there's nothing to register.

HiKOKI's warranty covers manufacturing defects. Check the maker's site for the current terms.

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

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