BOSCH GBH CORDLESS BRUSHLESS ROTARY HAMMER 18V-45C PROFESSIONAL WITH SDS MAX FOR DRILLING & CHISELLING
GZ Industrial Supplies Nigeria is the distributor of Bosch Power tools in Nigeria. This Bosch GBH Cordless Brushless Rotary Hammer is a high-performance cordless rotary hammer drill designed for heavy-duty drilling and chiselling work essentially a professional construction-grade hammer drill without a power cord, and it is compatible with all Bosch Professional 18 V batteries and chargers (Professional 18V System). For maximum power use with a ProCORE18V ≥ 5.5 Ah battery. Also compatible with AMPShare, the multi-brand battery alliance. It’s part of Bosch’s Professional (Pro) tool range used by trades-people and builders.
It features KickBack Control to reduce the hazard of sudden tool reactions in binding conditions thanks to automatic shut-down of the tool in addition to Soft Start technologies Electronic Precision Control and Adaptive Speed Control for comfortable and precise work processes whilst drilling and chiselling.
Key Features
Performance & Power
- Cordless rotary hammer with BITURBO Brushless technology delivers corded-likeperformance on a 18 V battery platform.
- Impact energy: 12.5 J provides strong hammering force for tough concrete drilling and chiselling.
- Rated speed: 0-300 rpm (rotation) and impact rate: 0-2,740 bpm suitable for heavy drilling tasks.
Design & Usability
- SDS-max tool holder — accepts larger SDS-max bits for drilling/chiselling in concrete, stone, and brick.
- Weight (without battery): 8kg — lighter than many corded equivalents thanks to optimized drive train.
- Kickback Control automatically shuts down the tool on sudden bind-ups to reduce injury risk.
- Soft Start & Adaptive Speed Control help with smoother and more precise operation.
Typical Applications
- Drilling holes in reinforced concrete, masonry and stone
- Chiselling and demolition work
- Professional construction and installation tasks
Specifications
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Battery capacity
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12 Ah
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Battery voltage
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18.0 V
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Impact energy
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12.5 J
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Tool holder
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SDS max
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Weight incl. battery
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9.3 kg
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Impact rate at rated speed
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0 – 2,740 bpm
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Rated speed
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0 – 300 rpm
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Weight excl. battery
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8 kg
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Drilling dia. in concrete with hammer drill bits
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12 – 45 mm
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Opt. app. range in concrete with hammer drill bits
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20 – 40 mm
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FAQ
Q1. What type of tool is the Bosch GBH18V-45C Professional?
It’s a cordless SDS-max rotary hammer drill designed for heavy-duty drilling and chiselling in hard materials like concrete, brick, stone, and rock. It uses Bosch’s 18 V battery system and BITURBO Brushless technology for high performance.
Q2. What battery does it use, and is it compatible with other Bosch batteries?
The GBH18V-45C runs on Bosch Professional 18 V batteries. For best performance, Bosch recommends using ProCORE18V batteries ≥ 5.5 Ah (e.g., 12 Ah variants), but the tool is compatible with the full Professional 18 V battery range.
Q3. How powerful is this rotary hammer?
This model delivers up to ~12.5 J of impact energy, which is substantial for cordless rotary hammers and gives performance comparable to many corded tools in SDS-max applications.
Q4. Does it have safety or control features?
Yes. The GBH18V-45C includes:
- KickBack Control — automatically shuts the tool down if a sudden loss of control is detected.
- Soft Start and Electronic Precision Control — for better handling and smoother starts.
- Adaptive Speed Control — optimises speed under load for consistent performance.
Q5. What kinds of jobs can it handle?
It’s built to handle drilling and chiselling tasks in tough materials like concrete, stone, rock and similar masonry work — making it suitable for construction, renovation, and professional site use. It’s especially useful where corded power isn’t available but high impact performance is required.
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