--- product_id: 10739169 title: "HM1203C 20 lb. Demolition Hammer, accepts SDS-MAX bits" brand: "makita" price: "Β£891.89" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Makita" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/10739169-hm1203c-20-lb-demolition-hammer-accepts-sds-max-bits store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 14 AMP motor power 12-position adjustable bit angles SDS-MAX bit compatibility HM1203C 20 lb. Demolition Hammer, accepts SDS-MAX bits **Brand:** makita **Price:** Β£891.89 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ’₯ Break barriers, not your back β€” Makita HM1203C, the pro’s demolition secret! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** HM1203C 20 lb. Demolition Hammer, accepts SDS-MAX bits by makita - **How much does it cost?** Β£891.89 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/10739169-hm1203c-20-lb-demolition-hammer-accepts-sds-max-bits) ## Best For - makita enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted makita brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Smart Durability:** LED service & power lights keep you ahead of maintenance and tool health - β€’ **Precision Control:** Soft start & variable speed dial for tailored accuracy and reduced fatigue - β€’ **Ergonomic Versatility:** 12 bit angle settings and D-handle design for ultimate comfort & control - β€’ **Unmatched Impact Power:** 18.8 ft.lbs. of relentless demolition force for the toughest jobs - β€’ **Lightweight Heavy Hitter:** Only 20.3 lbs. delivering 25.5J impactβ€”power without the burnout ## Overview The Makita HM1203C demolition hammer packs a powerful 14 AMP motor delivering 18.8 ft.lbs. of impact energy with SDS-MAX bit compatibility. Featuring soft start, variable speed control, and 12 adjustable bit angles, it offers precision and ergonomic versatility in a lightweight 20.3 lb. design. LED indicators proactively alert users to maintenance needs, ensuring reliability on demanding tile, concrete, and light demolition projects. ## Description Product Description Demolition Breaker Hammer, Amps @ 120V 14, Impact Energy (Ft. -Lb. ) 18. 8, Blows per Minute 950-1900, Drive System SDS Max, Features Soft Start Variable Speed, 12 Position Bit Holder, Ergonomic Handle, Handle Type D Handle, Tool Length (In. ) 22-3/4 In. , Tool Weight (Lb. ) 20. 3 lb. , Includes Tool Case, Bit From the Manufacturer 20 lb. Demolition Hammer, Accepts SDS Max Bits. L.E.D. service light notifies user when the brushes need replacing.It has 12 bit angles that be set for operating convenience. Automatic brush cut off system that protects tool for longer life. It has a power light that indicates switch failure or cord damage. Review: Great for Tile Demo! Well worth the Money! - Great Demo Hammer. I am a General Contractor and we use it for residential tile, light concrete demo. We used to rent this same model from the Big Box Store. Decided to finally get our own. Very strong blow power for the weight, heavy enough to break tile, light concrete, but light enough not to wear you out too quick, adjustable handle helps to switch up positions and save the back. Glad we got our own finally, it should pay for itself within a couple of jobs. Latest job was 1300 sq ft saltillo demo, no problem for this hammer with 2" tile bit. Rented thinest scraper to remove thinset, not a problem either. Includes nice box, Bull point chisel, and small tube of grease, also what looked like a shop towel that said "Makita" on it, that was a one time use and don't know why the wasted the money to put that in. We had a BOSCH, about the same size, it needed too much money to repair, I like this one much better. Bottom Line= Great for light duty demo! Review: after tons of research on desertcart - i'm happy with my decision - I had been reviewing and checking out various similar tools for about a 9 months. Finally found the cash and settled on this one. which i believe is a fairly new product. I am veyr pleased with it. it is hte right wieght to do some real work around hte house and yard but not a 70lb brute that will break you in a few minutes of use. this is the right weight, that i could continually use it all day long. It is also very quiet - my hearing is suspect but my wife commented on how quiet it was. you could (i stress could) have a conversation with someone while using this hammer but you would have to raise your voice well above normal. otehr hammers are much louder and can't talk within a 20 foot range of the tool while in use. It is fairly powerful and can break up concrete or limestone pretty quickly. my first makita cordless hammerdrill/driver is now 5 years old and still works great. So i am hoping that this tool will stand up for years to come as well. Build quality looks good and the case is up to Mikita standard, everything fits properly. 8 years later and hours and hours, dug foundations in limestone for a house. still going strong although i hate to jinx it. after several tons of rock broken up, i can tell the chuck is a little bit more loose, i.e. wear and tear. i would definitely buy this tool again, just hope i don't ahve to anytime soon. ## Features - Powerful 14 AMP motor delivers 18.8 ft.lbs. of impact energy to handle the most demanding applications - Constant speed control automatically applies additional power to the motor to maintain speed under load to complete the most challenging jobs - Soft start suppresses start-up reaction for more precision and better accuracy - L.E.D. service light notifies the user approximately 8 hours before the brushes need to be replaced - L.E.D. power light indicates switch failure or cord damage - Hard hitting (25.5J), with less weight (20.3); ideal for horizontal work - Electronic Speed Control Automatically applies additional power to the motor to maintain consistent speed under load for the most challenging jobs - Soft Start Suppresses start-up reaction for more control and better accuracy - Variable Speed variable speed control dial that enables user to match the speed to the application for greater versatility - 12 bit angles settings - Bit can be set at 12 different positions for operating convenience. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B003A6L79O | | Additional Features | Variable Speed | | Amperage | 14 Amps | | Best Sellers Rank | #460,344 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #152 in Power Rotary Hammers #4,412 in Drill Bits | | Brand | Makita | | Brand Name | Makita | | Color | Factory | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 141 Reviews | | Drilling Capacity Metal | 1.88 Inches | | EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 1 Years | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00088381601986, 05029318701817 | | Included Components | Unit^Instruction Guide | | Is Electric | Yes | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 12"L x 12"W x 12"H | | Item Type Name | Tools | | Item Weight | 9700 Grams | | Manufacturer | Makita | | Manufacturer Part Number | HM1203C | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 year | | Material Type | Stainless Steel | | Maximum Chuck Size | 18 Millimeters | | Maximum Power | 350 Watts | | Maximum Rotational Speed | 1900 RPM | | Maximum Torque | 18.8 Foot Pounds | | Model Number | HM1203C | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Speed | 1900 RPM | | Torque | 18.8 Foot Pounds | | UPC | 088381601986 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Voltage | 115 Volts | ## Product Details - **Amperage:** 14 Amps - **Brand:** Makita - **Maximum Rotational Speed:** 1900 RPM - **Power Source:** Corded Electric - **Voltage:** 115 Volts ## Images ![HM1203C 20 lb. Demolition Hammer, accepts SDS-MAX bits - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/518WJ7anejL.jpg) ![HM1203C 20 lb. Demolition Hammer, accepts SDS-MAX bits - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71+QOwyCjqL.jpg) ![HM1203C 20 lb. Demolition Hammer, accepts SDS-MAX bits - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31qQEXk1MpL.jpg) ![HM1203C 20 lb. Demolition Hammer, accepts SDS-MAX bits - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61n-FUZyw0L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: does product come in 120v** A: yes **Q: could this reasonably be used to dig out fence posts / concrete?** A: This could do the job, but I would recommend the HM1211 for that type of hard work.. **Q: Does it have a reverse switch?** A: No. This is a hammer, not a drill. Never heard of a reverse switch. **Q: Can you tell me which bit is included in the purchase?** A: It comes with a point one. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for Tile Demo! Well worth the Money! *by T***C on November 9, 2013* Great Demo Hammer. I am a General Contractor and we use it for residential tile, light concrete demo. We used to rent this same model from the Big Box Store. Decided to finally get our own. Very strong blow power for the weight, heavy enough to break tile, light concrete, but light enough not to wear you out too quick, adjustable handle helps to switch up positions and save the back. Glad we got our own finally, it should pay for itself within a couple of jobs. Latest job was 1300 sq ft saltillo demo, no problem for this hammer with 2" tile bit. Rented thinest scraper to remove thinset, not a problem either. Includes nice box, Bull point chisel, and small tube of grease, also what looked like a shop towel that said "Makita" on it, that was a one time use and don't know why the wasted the money to put that in. We had a BOSCH, about the same size, it needed too much money to repair, I like this one much better. Bottom Line= Great for light duty demo! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ after tons of research on Amazon - i'm happy with my decision *by D***S on August 13, 2012* I had been reviewing and checking out various similar tools for about a 9 months. Finally found the cash and settled on this one. which i believe is a fairly new product. I am veyr pleased with it. it is hte right wieght to do some real work around hte house and yard but not a 70lb brute that will break you in a few minutes of use. this is the right weight, that i could continually use it all day long. It is also very quiet - my hearing is suspect but my wife commented on how quiet it was. you could (i stress could) have a conversation with someone while using this hammer but you would have to raise your voice well above normal. otehr hammers are much louder and can't talk within a 20 foot range of the tool while in use. It is fairly powerful and can break up concrete or limestone pretty quickly. my first makita cordless hammerdrill/driver is now 5 years old and still works great. So i am hoping that this tool will stand up for years to come as well. Build quality looks good and the case is up to Mikita standard, everything fits properly. 8 years later and hours and hours, dug foundations in limestone for a house. still going strong although i hate to jinx it. after several tons of rock broken up, i can tell the chuck is a little bit more loose, i.e. wear and tear. i would definitely buy this tool again, just hope i don't ahve to anytime soon. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Heavy enough for light work, light enough to manage. *by K***R on November 20, 2024* Using for post holes in combination with clam diggers. Hard pan goes away. Wore out a couple of these over years of crew work, ain't a 90# jack like we sometimes treated it. Very good demo hammer for intended use. I like it. ## Frequently Bought Together - Makita HM1203C 20 lb. Demolition Hammer, accepts SDS-MAX bits - Makita 3 Piece - SDS-Max Chisel & Point Bit Set for SDS Max Rotary Hammers - Heavy Demolition for Reinforced Concrete & Tile --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/10739169-hm1203c-20-lb-demolition-hammer-accepts-sds-max-bits](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/10739169-hm1203c-20-lb-demolition-hammer-accepts-sds-max-bits) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-22*