BOSCH GBH 5-40 DCE SDS MAX 110V 6kg
Lots of power but easy to handle, the BOSCH GBH540 DCE SDS MAX is designed for construction, electrical and plumbing work. Designed to reduce vibration, this robust SDS Max drill also features the NEW Bosch SDS Max one handed tool change feature. (Review continues below…)
Essential specifications:
- Power source:
- corded
- Weight:
- 6.4kg
- Impact energy:
- 11J
- Drilling capacity:
- concrete 12-40mm, core cutter 40-90
- Drilling modes:
- two (rotary drilling, hammer drilling, chiselling)
See our full review below.
The BOSCH GBH 5-40 DCE SDS MAX in detail
This a solid, well balanced and undeniably powerful SDS Max drill. It runs off a highly efficient 1150W motor and incorporates two key vibration control features (see below). It’s easy to hold and feels surprisingly neat and compact for such a powerful drill. It’s also designed to work with a core cutter attachment to drill large holes in brick or masonry, making openings for cabling and pipework.
Drilling power
The BOSCH GBH540 DCE SDS MAX 110V delivers a seriously powerful 11.0 joules of impact energy with Bosch patented ‘Turbo Power’.
Impact rate at rated speed: 1500 – 3050 rpm
Rated speed: 170-350 rpm
Drill weight
6.4 kg
Chuck type
SDS MAX
Number of drilling modes
Three modes. Drill only, drill and hammer & chiselling.
Vibration control
The BOSCH GBH540 offers two protective vibration control features: the first stage is a larger air buffer on the hammer mechanism; the second stage is a floating rear handle.
Tri-axial vibration level
Chisel 8 m/s
Hammer drilling concrete 10 m/s
Other features worth mentioning:
The Bosch GBH 2-26 DRE 110V comes complete with some nice extras
3 Year Manufacturer’s Guarantee when you register within 4 weeks of purchase at www.boschpowertools.co.uk.
• NEW SDS Max Comfort System, one handed tool change
• Variable speed control
• Bosch state that the BOSCH GBH540 DCE offers the lowest vibration in class
• BPM Adjustment (Bosch patent) ensures the drill always resets to highest level after plugging in
Includes:
Please check with retailer but a standard package includes:.
BOSCH GBH540 DCE SDS MAX
• Carrying case
• Auxiliary handle
• Depth stop.




