BOSCH 198 cordless rotary hammer

The Bosch 198 V cordless rotary hammer is a battery‑powered hammer drill designed for drilling and hammer‑drilling in concrete, masonry, wood, and metal, giving you both rotary and hammer action for tough jobs. This unit is typically used in construction, renovation, and DIY where mains power isn’t convenient.

Key Features

• Battery‑Powered (198 V/Li‑ion): Runs off rechargeable batteries, making it portable and convenient for sites without power cables.

• Hammer + Rotary Modes: Lets you switch between drill, hammer‑drill, and chipping modes depending on what you’re doing.

• Impact Energy & Speed: Provides good hammering action — commonly around 3 J impact energy with variable speed and up to ~4500 BPM (blows per minute) and ~1400 RPM.

• Drilling Capacity: Typical drilling diameters are up to 22 mm in concrete, ~13 mm in steel, and ~28 mm in wood.

• Vibration Control: include some vibration‑reducing features for more comfortable use.

• SDS‑Plus Compatibility: Accepts standard SDS‑plus bits for quick bit changes and secure fitting.

What It’s Good For

• Drilling holes for anchors and fasteners in concrete and block.

• Hammer drilling in masonry and stone where extra percussive force helps.

• Light chiselling and breaking tasks