Bosch GBH18V-28DC cordless Boschhammer, with "Boschhammer" and "BULLDOG" visible text.
Bosch Bulldog GBH18V-28DC rotary hammer, with a brushless motor, hammerhook, D-handle, kickback control technology, 360° side handle, multi-function selector, Vario-Lock, variable-speed trigger, and connectivity (module sold separately).
GBH18V-28DCN
Bosch drill, black and blue, visible "BOSCH" on the body.
Black and blue power tool with red buttons.
Bosch GBH18V-28DC, 13mm (1/2") tool, 18V, with RPM n₀ 0-xxx/min and BPM 0-xxxx/min, 3611 J19 010.
BOSCH BULLDOG GBH18V-28DC
Bosch GBH18V-28DC, Ø13mm (1/2") tool, with 2021, 18V, and RPM: n. 0-xxx/min BPM: 0-xxxx/min.
A person wearing a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, and a neon green shirt uses a Bosch CORE18V hammer drill next to a Bosch HEPA Ready vacuum.  The person is drilling into a brick wall. Adjacent is exposed plumbing and framing.
A person wearing a face mask and gloves uses a hammer drill, connected to a Bosch VAC090A HEPA Ready vacuum cleaner, to cut into a brick wall.
Bosch hammer tool breaking octagon tiles, the "Bosch" wordmark visible on the tool.
Bosch BULLDOG GBH18V-28DC rotary hammer drill with "FILTER CLEANING" system and "AMP Share" 18V 8Ah battery, drilling into a wall next to metal pipes.
Person using a Boschhammer Bosch tool on a brick wall.
Person wearing safety gear operates a power tool on a brick wall, a HEPA Ready Bosch vacuum cleaner nearby.
Bosch BULLDOG GBH18V-28DC drill being used on a brick wall.
AVAILABLE MODES. Rotary Only with drill icon. Rotary Hammer with drill and hammer icons. Hammer Only with hammer icon.
Bosch CORE18V 4 Ah, 6 Ah and 8 Ah batteries, recommended for use with 18V bare tools, part of the AMPShare™ 18V Battery System.
AMP Share Multi-brand Compatible 18V Battery System, powered by BOSCH.
Bosch logo with "18V-Bare Tool", "18V Limited Warranty", and "5 YEAR Tool". Effective 6/1/23, all 18V products are covered by this updated warranty. For updated terms, visit https://rb-pt.io/PowerToolWarranty or call 1-877-BOSCH99.

GBH18V-28DCN Professional

Cordless Rotary Hammers

18V Brushless Connected-Ready SDS-plus® Bulldog™ 1-1/8 In. Rotary Hammer (Bare Tool)

  • Legendary Bulldog™ performance – consistently outperforms the celebrated corded 11255VSR Bulldog™, making it better than the best
  • Superior impact – delivers 2.6 Ft.-Lbs. of impact energy (EPTA) for maximum performance in heavy-duty applications in concrete
  • Vario-Lock – rotates and locks the chisel to optimize working angles
  • Efficient brushless motor – maximizes battery runtime in extended applications
  • KickBack Control technology – reduces the risk of sudden tool reactions in binding conditions
  • D-handle design – ideal for overhead, horizontal and downward drilling applications
  • Lightweight, at only 6.7 Lbs. (tool only, not including battery) – provides maneuverability for concrete drilling anywhere on the jobsite
  • Variable-speed trigger – allows for accurate bit starting
  • HammerHook – allows user to hang the tool on a well-supported structure
  • SDS-plus® chuck – industry-standard system compatible with many bits
  • Robust power system – produces 0-4,250 no-load bpm and 0-950 no-load rpm
  • Anti-vibration system – features a built-in counter balancer
  • Connectivity (module sold separately) – link to connected device via Bosch PRO360 App to customize settings and receive feedback
  • Robust housing – provides for enhanced durability
  • Works with Bosch PRO+GUARD™ dust solutions – compatible with an optional GDE28D cordless dust-extraction unit (sold separately), delivering a self-contained dust solution for max mobility
  • Electronic Motor and Cell Protection – helps protect motor and battery from overheating
  • 360° side handle – provides a variety of grip positions for maximum ergonomics
  • LED worklight – illuminates dark work areas
  • AMPShare™ System – designed to be multi-brand compatible across many cordless products to make managing your work day easier
  • AMPShare™ System compatibility – 18V batteries and chargers are compatible with Bosch 18V power tools and a growing list of cordless products from AMPShare™ brands
  • Bosch 18V cordless power tools are covered by a five year limited warranty – for details, visit https://rb-pt.io/PowerToolWarranty or call 1-877-BOSCH99
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GBH18V-28DCN Professional

Technical data

The most important data

Battery Chemistry
Lithium Ion
Battery/Charger
Not Included
Chuck Design
Keyless
Chuck Size
1-1/8 in
Drive System
SDS-plus
Height in
8.9 "
Impact Energy/EPTA (ft. lbs.)
2.6 Ft.-Lbs. EPTA
Length in
18.4 "
Max Bit Diameter
1-1/8"
Max. Capacity in Steel
1/2"
Max. Capacity in Wood
1-1/4"
Max. Hole Diameter in Concrete
1-1/8"
Max. Hole Diameter in Concrete-Thin Wall Core Bit
2-5/8"
No Load BPM
0-4,250
No Load RPM
0-950
Reverse
Yes
Variable Speed
Yes
Weight (lbs.)
6.7
Width in
3.5 "
Works With
18V On-Tool Dust Extractor, GDE18V-26D, GDE28D, Other Dust Extraction/Collection Hoods, HDC100, HDC200, Right Angle Attachment, RHA-50, Keyless three-jaw Chuck with SDS-plus® Shank, HA3JAW
Includes
(1) GBH18V-28DC 18V Brushless SDS-plus® Bulldog™ Connected-Ready 1-1/8 In. Rotary Hammer
(1) Auxiliary Handle
(1) Depth Gauge

GBH18V-28DCN Professional: Further information

Product Highlights

This Bosch D-handle Bulldog™ hammer delivering superior performance and an outstanding impact-to-weight ratio. The GBH18V-28DCN 18V Brushless 1-1/8 In. SDS-plus® Bulldog™ Rotary Hammer delivers 2.6 Ft.-Lbs. of impact energy, based on the industry standard of measurement agreed upon by the European Power Tool Association (EPTA). It weighs only 6.7 Lbs. (tool only, not including battery). The hammer’s brushless motor maximizes battery runtime for extended performance. The tool features a jobsite-proven D-handle design with soft-grip and is ideal for overhead, horizontal and downward drilling applications. The GBH18V-28DC is compatible with an optional GDE28D cordless dust-extraction unit (sold separately), delivering a self-contained dust solution for max mobility. It has KickBack Control, an anti-vibration system featuring a built-in counter balancer and a variable-speed trigger for accurate bit starting. It also has a HammerHook to hang the tool on a well-supported structure and robust housing for enhanced durability. This hammer features connectivity (module sold separately), providing a link to the free Bosch Toolbox app on a connected device to customize settings.