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Bosch GKF125CEN

The Bosch GKF125CEN is Bosch's Colt 1.25 HP (Max) Variable-Speed Palm Router, listed with 1.25 HP, 7 amps and a collet of 1/4". The figures below are Bosch's, each linked to the page it was read from.

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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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GKF125CEN specifications published by Bosch (9)
Current (amps)
7GKF125CEN Palm Routers
Speed
16,000-35,000 RPMGKF125CEN Palm Routers
Variable speed
YesGKF125CEN Palm Routers
Included
Includes; (1) GKF125CE Colt 1.25 HP (Max) Variable-Speed Palm Router; (1) PR101 Fixed Base; (1) 1/4 In. Self-Releasing Collet Chuck; (1) Collet Chuck WrenchGKF125CEN Palm Routers
Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY, 1 YEAR ToolGKF125CEN Palm Routers

Read from Bosch's pages on 2026-09-28. A maker can change a figure at any time, so confirm the GKF125CEN against Bosch's current page before you buy.

From the GKF125CEN manual and Bosch's product page (2)
Dust collection
Dust Collection: NoGKF125CEN Palm Routers
Plunge base
Plunge Base, PR111 (Works With accessory)GKF125CEN Palm Routers

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

Before you buy the GKF125CEN

  • Power supply. Bosch lists 120V and 7 amps for the GKF125CEN. Bosch's manual gives the circuit to run it on.

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GKF125CEN: questions answered from Bosch's specification

How powerful is the Bosch GKF125CEN?

Bosch rates the GKF125CEN at 1.25 HP.

Source: GKF125CEN Palm Routers

How many amps does the Bosch GKF125CEN draw?

The Bosch GKF125CEN draws 7 amps, by Bosch's figure. Bosch's manual gives the supply the GKF125CEN needs.

Source: GKF125CEN Palm Routers

What voltage does the Bosch GKF125CEN run on?

Bosch lists the GKF125CEN at 120V. Bosch's manual gives the supply the GKF125CEN needs.

Source: GKF125CEN Palm Routers

How much does the Bosch GKF125CEN weigh?

The Bosch GKF125CEN weighs 4.4 lb, by Bosch's figure.

Source: GKF125CEN Palm Routers

What warranty does Bosch give on the GKF125CEN?

Bosch lists the warranty on the GKF125CEN as: LIMITED WARRANTY, 1 YEAR Tool.

Source: GKF125CEN Palm Routers

What comes with the Bosch GKF125CEN?

Bosch lists included for the GKF125CEN as: Includes; (1) GKF125CE Colt 1.25 HP (Max) Variable-Speed Palm Router; (1) PR101 Fixed Base; (1) 1/4 In. Self-Releasing Collet Chuck; (1) Collet Chuck Wrench.

Source: GKF125CEN Palm Routers

What does Bosch say about dust collection on the GKF125CEN?

Per Bosch's own pages for the GKF125CEN: Dust Collection: No.

Source: GKF125CEN Palm Routers

What does Bosch say about plunge base on the GKF125CEN?

Per Bosch's own pages for the GKF125CEN: Plunge Base, PR111 (Works With accessory).

Source: GKF125CEN Palm Routers

Sources

  1. GKF125CEN Palm Routers — Bosch