Bosch Professional 800 W Corded Impact Drill - 13 mm Keyed Chuck (GSB 18-2 RE)

High-Torque Professional Power for Drilling and Fastening

 

The Bosch GSB 18-2 RE Professional is a heavy-duty, 2-speed corded impact drill engineered for maximum robustness and precision on site. Featuring a powerful 800 W motor and a durable metal gear housing, this tool is designed to handle demanding drilling tasks in masonry, steel, and wood. Its mechanical overload clutch ensures high user safety by preventing sudden torque reactions, while the variable speed preselection allows for accurate, controlled drilling across various material densities.

 

Key Features

• Powerful 800 W Motor: Delivers high-torque performance for heavy-duty professional applications.

• 2-Speed Gearbox: Allows for optimized torque and speed settings depending on the application—low speed for high-torque fastening and high speed for rapid drilling.

• Mechanical Overload Clutch: An essential safety feature that protects both the user and the tool if the drill bit becomes jammed during operation.

• Sturdy Metal Gear Housing: Increases the structural integrity and longevity of the tool, ensuring it survives the rigors of daily site work.

• Precision Chuck: Features a 13 mm keyed chuck for extreme holding power, ensuring drill bits do not slip under heavy impact loads.

• 43 mm Spindle Collar: Compatible with standard industrial drill stands for precision stationary drilling.

• Electronic Speed Preselection: A built-in setting wheel allows you to match the speed precisely to the material you are working on.

 

Technical Specifications

• Rated Power Input: 800 W

• Voltage: 220V – 240V

• No-Load Speed: 0 – 1,100 / 3,000 rpm

• Impact Rate: 0 – 17,600 / 48,000 bpm

• Max. Torque: 24.0 / 14.0 Nm

• Chuck Capacity: 1.5 – 13 mm

• Max Drilling Capacities:

  • Concrete: 16 / 12 mm

  • Steel: 13 / 6 mm

  • Wood: 35 / 22 mm

  • Masonry: 18 / 14 mm

• Weight: 2.6 kg

 

Ideal For

• Professional Tradespeople: An essential workhorse for construction, electrical, and plumbing contractors.

• Heavy-Duty Site Drilling: Ideal for drilling large-diameter holes into brickwork, masonry, and steel sections.

• Precision Fastening: The 2-speed setting makes it excellent for driving large structural screws where consistent torque is required.

• Stationary Work: Perfectly suited for use with drill stands for repeatable, accurate hole drilling.

 

What’s in the Box? (GSB 18-2 RE)

• 1 x Bosch GSB 18-2 RE Professional Impact Drill

• 1 x Auxiliary Handle

• 1 x Depth Stop (210 mm)

• 1 x Carrying Case

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Is this drill suitable for heavy structural concrete? While the GSB 18-2 RE is excellent for masonry and brick, for dense, structural poured concrete, we recommend an SDS-Plus Rotary Hammer.

2. Why does it use a keyed chuck instead of keyless? A keyed chuck is preferred in heavy-duty professional tools as it allows the user to apply higher clamping force to the bit, which is critical when using large bits in impact mode.

3. Does it have a reverse function? Yes, it features a forward and reverse rotation switch, allowing you to use it for screwdriving or for backing out bits that have become stuck in hard material.

4. Can I mount this in a drill press? Yes, the 43 mm spindle collar diameter allows this drill to be mounted into standard industrial drill stands for high-precision, repetitive drilling.