Bosch 18636-02 36-Volt Litheon Hammer Drill

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This hammer drill's Brute Tough construction comes complete with Unibody Powertrain, which keeps the hardy metal gears in alignment so they won't grind, catch, or fail. It also boasts a metal reinforced collar and Durashield housing so you know it'll withstand real world working conditions. This model can even survive a 1-story drop, in case of work site butter-fingers.

Although the 18636-02 is designed to be a sturdy job site companion, it's also loaded with precision features that provide real accuracy as well as muscle. The hammer on/off ring lets you easily engage or disengage the hammer mode, and externally accessible brushes can be switched out for maintenance in as little as two minutes. This hammer drill has a 15-position clutch, and the Flexible Power System to let you match the battery output to your task.

The 18636-02 has a 15-position clutch and a ratcheting, carbide tooth single sleeve 1/2-inch chuck for easy one-handed bit changes. Its Litheon 36-volt batteries allow more battery charges and longer run times, and they're so light that they weigh less than most 14.4-volt batteries. Best of all, the included Litheon fast charger will bring them up to 80-percent of their power capacity in just 30 minutes. This model offers a no-load speed of 0-450 and 0-1,500 rpm in drill mode, and 18,000 bpm in hammer mode, with 600 in./lbs. of torque. The kit includes one double-ended bit, a Litheon fast charger and two Litheon 36-volt FatPack batteries, a 360-degree auxiliary handle, and a carrying case.

Applications
Use this hammer drill for a wide variety of heavy-duty applications. It drills and drives holes and fasteners in concrete, masonry, stone, wood, metal, and plastic. It can also be used to drill holes in concrete footings to pin concrete wall forms, or to drill holes in concrete floors to pin wall framing.

What's in the box
Bosch 1/2-inch hammer drill/driver, one double-ended bit, Litheon fast charger, two Litheon 36-volt batteries, 360-degree auxiliary handle, carrying case.

the cheaper built drills out there. From the first experience of drilling hard wood, you quickly understand the difference of this heavy duty drill vs. They are heavy and the drill is overall heavy with the battery, but its not your average drill.Finally, the service Bosch provides is non-negotiably superior, I have tried them in past and all I can wish for is that they continue the A+ service. Button to check the battery level, temperature working light. I am impressed at the quality and incredible well built Bosch drill. The bit will not slow down and will remain at the same constant speed. I would recommend it. The battery packs are devices within themselves.

I have been drilling holes in brick for both lead anchors and for plastic anchors, with great success. the chuck is hard to keep tight, which can be very annoying when you are drilling something. I think the batteries could have been made flatter, and 2. I think this Bosch 36 volt drill is very well made. The only faults that I have with it are: 1. Other than that, the battery lasts for ever, the drill itself works hard and it is a pleasure to use It is top heavy and tends to fall over.

If you need extra batteries, search the web. This is a machine. Better be ready for a large drill. If you want a really heavy duty Hammer Drill / Driver I recommend this one. You can save huge amount of $$$. The 36V capacity is more than enough to do anything I've come across.

It is ideally suited for heavy duty drilling, especially in concrete and heavy steel, with more than ample torque. The charge level indicator on each battery pack is a real plus. Full battery charge takes approximately 45 minutes and seems to run "forever" on a charge. Bosch 18636-02 36-Volt Litheon Hammer DrillThe Bosch 18636-02 36V Litheon Hammer Drill is an impressive workhorse. It is somewhat heavy for the average lightweight work (I use my 18V drill for average work). The carry case makes it a pleasure to carry on the job. Good grip and balance.

As light as my old 18v Ridgid hammer drill. This is about the same price as many 18-volt hammer drills, is better quality than nearly any other cordless hammer drill, light weight, more power and Bosch quality. I resoundingly recommend this drill. This is a wonderful drill. What's not to like.

The first drill that always ran true (no wobble in the bit during use). Incredible power. The best drill I've ever owned. Bosch has also created a wonderful case for the drill.