Bosch PDB 40 vs WEN 4227

Technical comparison · Drill press (column drill)

In brief

PDB 40 and 4227 sit in the same category (drill press (column drill)). PDB 40 is ahead on: price. 4227 is ahead on: work area.

Parameter
Bosch PDB 40 PDB 40 Bosch F2 · Intermediate
WEN 4227 4227 WEN F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2011 —
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~300–420 € ~550–750 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 33 × 35 × 65 cm – × – × 168.9 cm
Weight (kg) 11.2 kg 97.98 kg
Work area (mm) 330 × 350 mm 355.6 × 355.6 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 90 mm 120.65 mm
Power (W) 710 W 1560 W
Voltage (V) 230 V 120 V
Maximum speed 2500 rpm 3000 rpm
Category specs
Spindle travel (mm) 90 mm 120.65 mm
Spindle to column (mm) 125 mm 215.9 mm
RPM (rpm) 2500 rpm —
Spindle taper — MT3
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes The equipment does not require or support computer connectivity, external control software, or firmware configurations, operating as a standalone benchtop power tool. Operational feedback is managed through an integrated electronic module featuring a digital display on the front panel of the drilling head. This screen allows the user to monitor real-time rotational speed in revolutions per minute and exact drilling depth during spindle lowering. Zero-point calibration for depth measurement is executed directly via physical push buttons adjacent to the display panel, ensuring rapid, intuitive workflow monitoring without external digital dependencies. —

The differences that matter

  • Price: PDB 40 360 € vs 4227 650 €
  • Work area: PDB 40 330×350 mm vs 4227 355.6×355.6 mm

Which one to choose

Choose PDB 40 if…

you value price.

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Choose 4227 if…

you value work area.

See the 4227 sheet →

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