The Bosch GSB18V-490B12 is an 18V cordless hammer drill/driver with an EC brushless motor, 1/2 in keyless chuck, 490 in-lbs of torque, 460 / 1,800 no-load RPM, and 22,000 BPM. This kit version is intended for drilling, driving, and light masonry work, with variable speed and reverse. It includes one 2 Ah Bosch 18V battery and a charger, and it remains compatible with Bosch 18V cordless tools that use the same battery system. Bosch lists a 5-year limited warranty on the tool and charger and a 3-year limited warranty on batteries.
Is this a bare tool or a kit?
This version is a kit with one 2 Ah battery and an 18V charger.
What battery platform does it use?
It uses Bosch 18V batteries and chargers and fits the Bosch 18V cordless tool system.
What are the main speed and torque specs?
Bosch lists 490 in-lbs of torque, 460 / 1,800 no-load RPM, and 22,000 BPM.
Can it be used for masonry drilling?
Yes. It is a hammer drill/driver, so it can handle light masonry drilling with the correct bit.
# Bosch GSB18V-490B12 18V EC Brushless 1/2 In. Hammer Drill/Driver Kit with (1) 2 Ah Standard Power Battery **Model:** `GSB18V-490B12` **Brand:** Bosch **Category:** Hammer Drill > The Bosch GSB18V-490B12 is an 18V cordless hammer drill/driver with an EC brushless motor, 1/2 in keyless chuck, 490 in-lbs of torque, 460 / 1,800 no-load RPM, and 22,000 BPM. This kit version is intended for drilling, driving, and light masonry work, with variable speed and reverse. It includes one 2 Ah Bosch 18V battery and a charger, and it remains compatible with Bosch 18V cordless tools that use the same battery system. Bosch lists a 5-year limited warranty on the tool and charger and a 3-year limited warranty on batteries. ## Specifications | Attribute | Value | |---|---| | Product Type | Hammer Drill/Driver | | Voltage (V) | 18 | | Cordless / Corded | Cordless | | Power Source | Battery | | Motor Type | Brushless | | Tool Only | No | | Batteries Included | 1 | | Charger Included | Yes | | Piece Count | 5 | | Height (in.) | 8.1 | | Length (in.) | 7.44 | | Width (in.) | 3 | | Weight (lbs) | 2.4 | | Battery Platform | CORE18V | | Battery Amp Hours | 2 | | Chuck Type | 1/2" Keyless Chuck | | Chuck Size (in.) | 0.5 | | Max Torque (in-lbs) | 490 | | No Load Rpm | 460, 1800 | | Hammer Function | Yes | | Variable Speed | Yes | | Reverse | Yes | | Warranty | 5-year limited (tool + charger); 3-year limited (battery) | ## What's Included - (1) GSB18V-490 18V EC Brushless 1/2 In. Hammer Drill/Driver - (1) 18V 2 Ah Standard Power Battery - (1) 18V Charger - (1) Belt Clip - (1) Storage Bag Source: https://www.jaspecs.com/bosch/hammer-drill/gsb18v-490b12-06019h531a/