36V 1″ SDS-Plus® Rotary Hammer Model 11536VSR

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• Model: 11536VSR
• Shipping Weight: 22lbs
• Manufactured by: Bosch

What the pros are saying about this tool...

If I had to write this review in one word or less it would be: Wow!:

"If I had to write this review in one word or less it would be: Wow! Bosch's new Lithium Ion (LI) powered Bulldog 1-inch rotary/chipping hammer is killer. I used it to drill and chip in concrete and masonry, and it exceeded my expectations across the board."
"That poor old concrete didn't have a chance. The Bulldog buried the bit every time and worked every bit as hard as a corded tool.
Next, I used it in newer concrete with a 1/2-inch bit, and it actually drilled the hole faster than the tool's corded counterpart. Add to that I didn't have to roll out a cord or find a power source, and the speed increase becomes exponentially greater."
"Balance is terrific. Even with a 36-volt battery (it weighs the same as a 18 volt NiCad battery), the tool was easy to handle and position anywhere on the work. And it was easy to maneuver in different kinds of work."
"I also liked the batteries themselves. They pack 36 volts of LI power and it shows. I could work for long stretches in high-drain applications, which meant I could do more work and less battery recharging."
"I really had a hard time telling the difference between this and a corded tool, other than it was easier to use."

-HGTVpro Tool Review: Bosch Bulldog LI Rotary Hammer by Mark Clement

It leaves the others in its concrete dust:

"If speed is the most important factor, then this is the tool for the job; it leaves the others in its concrete dust."
"In a close second is the Bosch 11536VSR, which blasted through concrete with the greatest speed and decent comfort. The noise level and vibration are both high, but that's a price I'm willing to pay to get the job done quickly."
"Hand grips with lots of rubber surfaces, such as on the Bosch, really help when the tool becomes covered with masonry dust."
"The fastest hands-down was the Bosch at 12.8 seconds. This speed is undeniably related to the fact that it also was the loudest and vibrated the most, but when I wanted to get the job done in a hurry, I would reach for the Bosch."

-Tools of the Trade: Tool Test: Cordless vs. Concrete: Can you finally make the switch to cordless rotary hammers? Check out this test to find out by Rick Arnold