The DeWalt DCH263N 18V SDSPlus rotary hammer drill is a bare unit batteries and charger are not included, so you can slot it into your existing 18V XR kit without doubles. Its built around a serious brushless motor that gives you fast, consistent drilling up to 28mm in concrete and solid masonry, and thats exactly the sort of grunt you want on heavy jobsites.

Because it uses the SDSPlus system, you get quick bit changes and solid bit retention no wrestling with chucks when you need to switch from drilling to chiselling. And with three operating modes (hammer drilling, rotary only, and rotation stop for chiselling), its not just a drill its a workhorse for multiple tasks.

Key Features:

• Brushless Motor – Delivers reliable power and longer motor life without brushes to wear out.
• Perform & Protect Vibration Control – Cuts down vibration to reduce fatigue on long jobs.
• LED Work Light – Lights up dark corners so you can keep working without addons.
• SDSPlus Chuck – Fast bit changes and strong engagement with SDS bits.
• Three Operating Modes – Choose hammer drill, rotary only, or chiselling for jobsite flexibility.

Applications

If youre busting out anchor holes in concrete, sinking fixings in brickwork, or even light chiselling of tiles and render, this 28mm SDSPlus drill handles it. Its hammer drilling mode chews through masonry efficiently, while the rotary only function switches to wood and metal work when you need it.

Why Choose This Model

Heres the thing you dont want a bulky corded unit all over your workspace, and the DCH263N gives you the freedom of 18V power with the oomph needed for serious drilling. The brushless design means less maintenance and better runtime compared with brushed motors, and the ergonomic handle with vibration control actually makes a difference when youre pinning holes all day.

Technical Specifications Explained

• Voltage: 18V – Works with the wide range of DeWalt XR batteries you already own.
• No Load Speed: 01165RPM – Gives you the speed range to match drilling and chiselling tasks.
• Impact Energy: 3.0J – Solid punch for penetrating concrete and masonry.
• Weight: 2.7kg (tool only) – Heavy enough to be stable but light enough for overhead work.
• Max Drilling Capacity: 28mm – Handles large anchor holes without a second thought.

Who Should Buy This

If youre a pro tradesperson or serious DIYer looking for a compact yet capable rotary hammer that fits into an 18V XR ecosystem, this is the sort of tool that earns its keep on site. Its not for someone after a random bargain home drill this is a purposebuilt SDS hammer for real drilling tasks.

And if youve already invested in DeWalt 18V batteries, this bare tool slots right in and gives you the punch you need without overkill simple, effective, and backed by DeWalts service network.