Bosch 33618 Brute Tough 18-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless Drill/Driver

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Sales Rank: 87644

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Product Features

Bosch 33618 Brute Tough 18-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless Drill/Driver

Unibody powertrain maintains alignment between clutch, gearbox, and motor for maximum durability
Dura-shield housing protects tool from harsh job site conditions and impacts
Two speed gearbox for high speed or high torque as needed
Externally changeable brushes
Ratcheting 1/2" single-sleeve chuck with carbide teeth for one handed operation

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Product Description

Item #: 114-33618-2G. BLUECORE? battery technology keeps the battery cooler and protected from heat damage
Steel-reinforced collar
Unibody power train
DuraShield? housing
Two-speed gearbox
Externally changeable brushes

Voltage = 18.00 VAC
Battery Chuck Size = 1/2 in
Chuck Type = Keyless
Speed = 0 rpm [Min], 400 rpm [Max], 1500 rpm [Max]
Torque = 550.00 in lb [Max]
Control Handle Brand Name = Brute Tough?
Includes = (2) BLUECORE? Batteries, 30 Minute Charger, Magnetic Bit Holder, Double-Ended Bit, Carrying Case, Side Handle
Type = Drill/Driver
Free Housing Wt. = 5.70 lb

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Amazon.com Review

Bosch's Brute Tough line of cordless drill/drivers are designed and built from the inside out to offer the most power and durability possible. At the heart of this drill is a Bosch-built unibody power train that contains the motor, gearbox, and clutch in one contiguous unit for durability and the best alignment possible. The two-speed gearbox has large all-metal gears for strength, and offers a whopping 500 inch-pounds of torque in high-torque mode and up to 1,300 rpm in high-speed mode. The 18-volt motor has built-in overload protection and externally replaceable brushes to help extend its life. The drill also has a steel-reinforced collar to protect it in the event that it's dropped on the chuck. While we don't recommend dropping your tools off one-story buildings, Bosch claims this one can stand the abuse and keep working. The final layer of protection for the drill is its flexible ABS/Nylon-blend Duracell housing that protects the insides without cracking or shattering on impact. The drill also features a a strong reliable grip and a 1/2-inch ratcheting chuck with carbide teeth for one-handed bit changes. This model comes with two batteries, a one-hour charger, a bit holder, a snap hook, and a carrying case. --Brian Trinen

Product Details

Bosch 33618 Brute Tough 18-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless Drill/Driver

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Publisher: Bosch
Label: Bosch
Studio: Bosch
Average Customer Review: based on 27 reviews
Sales Rank in Tools: #87644

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Summary: piece junk 2008-01-22

Comment: Ok here is why to stay away from this company. Work for a utility company so wife bought the 24v version for me as a fathers day gift. Had it a whole week and the lock ring assembly blew apart while in a customers home. Took it back to Menards and they had to saw my bit off the drill. They replaced it and a month later the exact same thing happened to the replacement. So Bosch offering an "old drill" trade in on their site a while back. I email them to ask if they trade up their own junk explaining what happened with the other ones. No reply no "were sorry you paid $180 for our junk sure send it in" yeah right just no reply at all. I will never buy another tool with their name on it. Some may ask did I buy the right strength drill. My answer: it was supposed to be the industrial grade model. The only thing good is their fast battery charger. However what is a good battery worth without the drill working and in one piece.

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Summary: good performer 2007-09-22

Comment: i have had my bosch brute for a couple of years and it is a BRUTE! it handles tough jobs and has been dropped more times than a football at a Saints game. the battery life is very good and there is plenty of power...i used it for steel stud framing for a long time until i switched to impact drivers. now i mainly use the Brute for fastening TEK5 screws into thick red iron and screwing stud and track into purlins. it is a very strong and reliable drill. if i need to take one tool on a job for drilling and running fasteners...this is it

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Summary: brute tough 2007-07-28

Comment: Have used this tool for a couple of years or so. It has survived multiple drops from 6' and 7' ladders onto concrete surfaces (I should be more careful,huh?) Managed to cook the batteries while working in 115 degree temps, my fault. Replaced them with the Blue Core batteries, now all the other Ni-Cad batteries on the job have job-security issues. At least the tools that use the red ones and the yellow ones. Can't see myself using other brands in the near future, these really are tough performers.

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Summary: RECONDITIONED 2006-06-01

Comment: It appears that (according to the CPO customer support) all CPO Bosch items sold through Amazon are reconditioned. Buyer Beware; Unless I missed the small print, I had not been aware that I purchased a reconditioned item until I received the package. The CPO representative looked up the item on Amazon & agreed with me. Needless to say they (CPO) did not give me a hard time about returning the item, however I need a NEW cordless drill, & I wasted weeks time waiting for this unknowingly reconditioned item to get to my house only to send it back. I will think twice about purchasing another item of this nature through Amazon. (one star rating reflects Amazons product description)

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Summary: Durable and Smooth 2005-09-16

Comment: This drill is my favorite. It so smooth and refined that it makes drilling or screwing easy and fun. The great thing about this drill is that it is just one of the most durable drill on the market. I've purchased the 18 volt Dewalt drill and it unfortunately pales to the Bosch drill. Take for example, I accidentally dropped my drill from the top of my 8 foot step ladder onto a concrete foundation and it still worked just like new. My Dewalt on the otherhand is another story. I left my Dewalt drill on my toolbox which couldn't have been more than a foot high. My dog accidentally knocked it off and it cracked at the base where the battery is inserted. I couldn't believe it. A $200.00 drill that was supposedly heavy duty obviously was not the case. Like most professionals, I'm busy so I didn't bother trying to get it fixed but just made a point about not purchasing Dewalt products anymore. As for my future purchases, my first choice is Bosch.

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