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Makita HR3540C 110V 850W SDS Max Rotary Hammer (Carry Case)
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Makita HR3540C 110V 850W SDS Max Rotary Hammer (Carry Case)

5.2kg110V3 years (with registration)

850W SDS Max rotary hammer for holes up to 35mm in concrete and core bits to 90mm. Three modes including rotation only, with constant speed control, soft start and a job light.

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5.6J
Impact energy
35mm
Max hole, concrete
850W
Power input
5.2kg
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 energy5.6J
5.6J lowestThis onehighest 21.4JMakita HR006G
Max hole, concrete35mm
35mm lowestThis onehighest 52mmHiKOKI DH52ME
Power input850W
850W lowestThis onehighest 1,700WBosch GBH 12-52 DV
Weight5.2kg
5.2kg lightestThis oneheaviest 11.9kgBosch GBH 12-52 DV
Compare it with: + Milwaukee K 545 S + DeWalt D25614 + Bosch GBH 5-40 DCE + HiKOKI DH52MA

Full specs

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

Hammer & Drilling

Chuck systemSDS Max
Impact energy5.6 J
Measured to EPTA✓ Yes
Impact rate3,300 bpm
No-load speed315–630
Max hole, concrete35 mm
Best range, concrete10–22mm
Max core cutter90 mm

Modes & Handling

ModesRotation only / Hammering with rotation / Hammering only
Chisel only✓ Yes
Drill only (no hammer)✓ Yes
Reduced or variable impact✓ Yes
BodyL-shape
Safety clutch✓ Yes
Soft start✓ Yes

Power & Motor

Voltage110V
Power input850 W
Power output1,100 W

Physical & Build

Weight5.2 kg
LED work light✓ Yes
Case typeCarry case
Case model824819-1
Case included✓ Yes
Noise level94 dB(A) LpA / 102 dB(A) LwA
Vibration (hammer drilling)15.3 m/s²
Vibration (chiselling)11.6 m/s²

Warranty · 3yr

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