Product Description

1/2", 18V, Hammer Drill/Driver Kit, Features Steel Reinforced Collar, Enhances Durability & Protects Tool When Dropped On The Chuck, Unibody Powertrain, Maintains Alignment Between Clutch, Gearbox & Motor For The Most Durable Drivetrain System On The Market, Durashield Housing, Constructed To Withstand Real World Conditions, 2 Speed Gearbox, Optimized For 2 Modes Of Operation, High Torque Mode Produces 475 INLB Of Torque, High Speed Mode Generates 0-1,500RPM/21,000 BPM, Includes Carrying Case, 2.4A-H Batteries, Mag Bit Holder, Side Handle, Bit Case, Hook, 1 Hour Charger & Bit.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #79899 in Home Improvement
• Brand: Bosch
• Model: 13618-2G
• Dimensions: 16.57 pounds

Features

• Cordless hammer drill/driver kit with two 18-volt Bluecore batteries
• Unibody powertrain maintains alignment between clutch, gearbox and motor
• Steel-reinforced collar and DuraShield construction for rugged durability
• Includes case, 2 batteries, magnetic bit holder, side handle, double-ended bit, and 30-minute charger
• Drill/driver weighs 6.6 pounds; 3-year manufacturer's ProVantage warranty

Amazon.com Review
The Bosch Brute Tough hammer drill/driver has all the features and all the extras you need to get started on the job site or in the garage. With its impressive Bluecore battery technology, this cordless collection will keep you working until the job is finished, no matter how daunting the task. The batteries included with this kit were engineered with internal cooling rods to absorb damaging heat, so they stay cooler during operation -- and they last up to 50 percent longer than ordinary cells. They charge in 30 minutes, and they're compatible with other current Bosch 18-volt cordless tools.

But impressive battery life isn't the only perk. The 13618-2G is packed with professional-grade convenience and performance features, including a steel-reinforced collar and DuraShield housing that's constructed to withstand harsh real-world usage conditions. It also boasts a 2-speed gearbox, a hammer on/off ring (which eliminates the need to change your clutch settings), and externally changeable brushes that swap out in as little as two minutes, plus a ratcheting, single-sleeve 1/2-inch chuck with carbide teeth. The Unibody powertrain maintains alignment between the clutch, gearbox, and motor for a seriously durable drivetrain system, and don't forget the power. This model tears through even the toughest applications with 550 in./lbs. of heavy-duty torque.

The 13618-2G boasts two settings with top no-load speeds of 0-450 and 0-1,500 rpm, or 18,000 bpm in hammer mode. It has a 1/2-inch chuck and 15 clutch settings. This kit includes a carrying case, two 2.4Ah batteries, a magnetic bit holder, a side handle, one double-ended bit, and one 30-minute single bay charger. It's covered by Bosch's 3-year ProVantage protection warranty.

What's in the box:
Bosch cordless hammer drill/driver, carrying case, 2 batteries, magnetic bit holder, side handle, double-ended bit, 30-minute single bay charger.

From the Manufacturer
Bosch takes its popular drill/drivers to the next level with BLUECORE Battery Technology. Bosch is so confident that users will get up to 50% longer battery life, that it is offering a two year battery guarantee with ProVantage. BLUECORE Batteries were engineered with internal cooling rods placed between the battery cells to absorb damaging heat. The battery cells stay cooler during operation and charging as compared with standard batteries which heat up quickly, speeding up chemical breakdown and shortening battery life. BLUECORE Batteries can charge in 30 minutes while other batteries take up to 3 hours to charge when hot. And best of all, all BLUECORE Batteries are compatible with current Bosch cordless tools.

Customer Reviews

Great drill
Great drill, I really like the ease with with the chuck can be locked and unlocked. They really are as tough as they say. I managed to drop mine off a 3 story tall scaffold onto concrete today and the drill survived without anything other than cosmetic scuffs to show for it. The battery wasn't so lucky though, there's small crack where the two halves of the battery screw together, and it looks like one of the cells may have been damaged(it actually still works, but this is an unsafe condition, since it's possible that the cell was ruptured or shorted and can explode, maybe even fry your charger, etc). The Bosch Provantage rep said they only cover drops up to 1 story high, but I didn't think the batteries were even covered against accidental drops, so kudos there. The only reason I'm taking a point off 5 stars is that the top speed of the drill could be a little higher, it tops out at 1500 rpm, but 2000-2500 would make drilling through poured concrete for tapcons much faster.

Pleased with product so far......
This is the first Bosch tool I have owned. I have a 12 volt Dewalt drill but the batteries are dead and I wanted a little more power and drill time between charges on my next drill. So far the Bosch has been great. I have drilled into cement blocks with the hammerdrill feature and it worked great. The battery charge has also been surprising. This drill is used for home use and not everyday continuous use. These drills are used at the place where I work and that is one of the deciding factors on my choice. The only flaw I see and it is minor is the ring that switches from hammerdrilling to regular drilling is right where you tighten the chuck. The ring does not lock into place and will switch in between modes with each drill bit or drill driver bit change with the slightest twist. This is the only reason I didn't give it 5 stars.

Heavy duty drill from a brandname
You can't go wrong with this drill / driver.

It is well made, and built to handle the heavy duty stuff. The drive is just excellent with a very good torque adjustment. Adjusting the speed at which you drive is very easy.

The drill is equally good. I found that the max rotation for a drill was under what you usually find for non-cordless model. However, I had no problems drilling through iron, wood and concrete.

Switching drill bits is a snap and the overall balance of this drill / driver makes it very comfortable to handle from one hand. It is easy to have a good grip on the handle, and the battery below nicely balances the upper portion of this piece of equipment.

The battery autonomy is just fantastic, just as the recharging time which is short. This drill / driver comes in a case that I found too big for my taste; but this is just a matter of personal preference.

In conclusion, and excellent machine from a well-known tool maker at a great price. Highly recommended.