Bosch Tools has been showing off new cordless ratchets in the UK, both a 12V model, and an 18V.
What’s interesting – and exciting – is that users will be able to choose between the 12V cordless ratchet for lighter work in tight spaces, or the 18V ratchet for higher speed.
USA information and details are not yet available, we’ll let you know when we learn more.
Bosch GRC 12V-60 3/8 SN Professional Cordless Ratchet
Features include a pneumatic-like paddle switch, compact design, and LED worklight.
- 3/8″ drive
- Brushless motor
- 0-230 RPM
- 60 Nm max torque (~531 in-lbs)
- Variable speed switch
- LED worklight
- Anti-roll design
- Lock-off button
It looks like the new Bosch 12V cordless ratchet might be bundled with a convenient tray for storing in tool box drawers.
Bosch GRC 18V-60 Professional Cordless Ratchet
The 18V version features a higher top speed and an added feature, the 3-mode selection controls. You get different ergonomics here, and a large trigger switch.
- 3/8″ drive
- 0-400 RPM
- 60 Nm max torque (~531 in-lbs)
- 3 mode speed selection
- Variable speed switch
- LED worklight
- Lock-off button
Discussion
Bosch has been on a roll lately, with steady expansion of their cordless power tool systems. It’s very nice to see them adding new ratchets to both 12V and 18V systems.
They’re launching both ratchets in 3/8″ drive, and more sizes might be added later.
