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Bosch 1617EVSPK

The Bosch 1617EVSPK is Bosch's 2.25 HP VS Router Combo Kit, listed with 12 amps and a collet of 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 8 mm. Each figure below comes from Bosch's own pages, with a link to where it appears.

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What a router is for. Bosch Power Tools writes: "Fixed-base routers are ideal for edge routing and precise cuts, while plunge routers allow the bit to start above the material and plunge down into the cut, providing more versatility for tasks like mortising or inlay work."

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1617EVSPK specifications published by Bosch (8)
Current (amps)
121617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers
Voltage
120V1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers
Speed
8,000-25,000 RPM1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers
Variable speed
Yes1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers
Collet
1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 8 mm1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers
Plunge depth
2-1/4"1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers
Included
Motor, plunge base, fixed base (RA1161), two collet chucks, wrenches, chip shields, carrying case, height adjustment wrench, mounting screws1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers
Weight
10 lbs1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers

As published by Bosch, read on 2026-09-28. Makers revise their tools; check Bosch's current specification and manual before you buy.

From the 1617EVSPK manual and Bosch's product page (2)
Dust collection
Dust Collection: No1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers
Collet capacity
1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 8 mm1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers

Bosch's own wording, row by row, with a link to the page each was read from.

What owners report about the 1617EVSPK

A summary of 33 first-person reports from owners of the Bosch 1617EVSPK, counted at 3 places: Sawmill Creek (14, 2007–2025); Garage Journal (13, 2015–2025); WoodNet Forums (6, 2017–2025). Each theme below appears in at least 3 of the 33. Taikra has not tried the 1617EVSPK. What follows is a count of what its owners wrote.

  • Owners like: Well built, good value (4 of 33 reports)
  • Owners like: Long service life (3 of 33 reports)
  • Owners are split on: Plunge base guide rods (3 of 33 reports)
  • Owners raise: Plunge base quality (5 of 33 reports)
  • Owners raise: Fine height adjustment is awkward (3 of 33 reports)

Before you buy the 1617EVSPK

  • Power supply. Bosch lists 120V and 12 amps for the 1617EVSPK. The manual says what circuit the 1617EVSPK needs.

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1617EVSPK: questions answered from Bosch's specification

How many amps does the Bosch 1617EVSPK draw?

The Bosch 1617EVSPK draws 12 amps, by Bosch's figure. The manual states the circuit it needs.

Source: 1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers

What voltage does the Bosch 1617EVSPK run on?

Bosch lists the 1617EVSPK at 120V. The manual states the circuit it needs.

Source: 1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers

How much does the Bosch 1617EVSPK weigh?

The Bosch 1617EVSPK weighs 10 lbs, by Bosch's figure.

Source: 1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers

What comes with the Bosch 1617EVSPK?

Bosch lists included for the 1617EVSPK as: Motor, plunge base, fixed base (RA1161), two collet chucks, wrenches, chip shields, carrying case, height adjustment wrench, mounting screws.

Source: 1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers

What does Bosch say about dust collection on the 1617EVSPK?

Per Bosch's own pages for the 1617EVSPK: Dust Collection: No.

Source: 1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers

What does Bosch say about collet capacity on the 1617EVSPK?

Per Bosch's own pages for the 1617EVSPK: 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 8 mm.

Source: 1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers

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Sources

  1. 1617EVSPK Combo Pack Routers — Bosch
  2. Owner reports: Sawmill Creek (thread 1 of 6) — Sawmill Creek
  3. Owner reports: Sawmill Creek (thread 2 of 6) — Sawmill Creek
  4. Owner reports: Sawmill Creek (thread 3 of 6) — Sawmill Creek
  5. Owner reports: Sawmill Creek (thread 4 of 6) — Sawmill Creek
  6. Owner reports: Sawmill Creek (thread 5 of 6) — Sawmill Creek
  7. Owner reports: Sawmill Creek (thread 6 of 6) — Sawmill Creek
  8. Owner reports: Garage Journal (thread 1 of 5) — Garage Journal
  9. Owner reports: Garage Journal (thread 2 of 5) — Garage Journal
  10. Owner reports: Garage Journal (thread 3 of 5) — Garage Journal
  11. Owner reports: Garage Journal (thread 4 of 5) — Garage Journal
  12. Owner reports: Garage Journal (thread 5 of 5) — Garage Journal
  13. Owner reports: WoodNet Forums (thread 1 of 5) — WoodNet Forums
  14. Owner reports: WoodNet Forums (thread 2 of 5) — WoodNet Forums
  15. Owner reports: WoodNet Forums (thread 3 of 5) — WoodNet Forums
  16. Owner reports: WoodNet Forums (thread 4 of 5) — WoodNet Forums
  17. Owner reports: WoodNet Forums (thread 5 of 5) — WoodNet Forums