Bosch 13618-2G 18-Volt Ni-Cad 1/2-Inch Cordless Hammer Drill/Driver Kit

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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.

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Includes 18 Volt Cordless BLUECORE Brute Tough 1/2" Hammer Drill/Driver - 13618-2G-RT, (2) 18 Volt Cordless BLUECORE 2.4 Ah Batteries - BAT181, 9.6-24 Volt BLUECORE 30-Minute Charger - BC130, Magnetic Bit Holder - 2 610 917 319, Side Handle - 2 602 025 126, Double-Ended Bit, Carrying Case - 2 610 915 779

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Product Details

• Item Weight: 16.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 16.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0009WZ0RC
• Item model number: 13618-2G
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #243,733 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great drill, March 10, 2006

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D. Maben - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch 13618-2G 18-Volt Ni-Cad 1/2-Inch Cordless Hammer Drill/Driver Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

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.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pleased with product so far......, November 6, 2006

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Weldon Clinard "teaman" (Canton, NC USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Bosch 13618-2G 18-Volt Ni-Cad 1/2-Inch Cordless Hammer Drill/Driver Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

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.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Heavy duty drill from a brandname, December 8, 2006

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FX "effixe" (New York) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Bosch 13618-2G 18-Volt Ni-Cad 1/2-Inch Cordless Hammer Drill/Driver Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

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.