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Belle PCX 13/40 vs Bosch Professional GWS 18V-10

The Belle PCX 13/40 is a forward plate compactor, 400 mm baseplate. The Bosch Professional GWS 18V-10 is a 18v cordless 125mm angle grinder.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Belle PCX 13/40
Belle PCX 13/40 - image: Altrad Belle
Bosch Professional GWS 18V-10
Bosch Professional GWS 18V-10 - image: bosch-professional.com

Specifications side by side

Belle PCX 13/40Bosch Professional GWS 18V-10
Weight85.5 kg2.1 kg (excl. battery)
Engine power4.9 - 3.6 (Hp) - (kW)-
Centrifugal force13 kN-
Max. travel speed20 (m/min)-
Disc diameter-125mm
No-load speed-9000 rpm
Spindle thread-M14

Sources: Belle PCX 13/40, Bosch Professional GWS 18V-10. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the PCX 13/40 if...

A heavyweight forward plate compactor for soil, granular fill and paving sub-base. Used by groundworkers and landscapers on driveways, patios and trench backfill.

Full PCX 13/40 specifications →

Buy or hire the GWS 18V-10 if...

The GWS 18V-10 is Bosch's mainstream cordless replacement for a corded 125mm grinder, used for cutting, grinding and deburring on site. It is one of the most widely stocked cordless grinders in the Professional range and is often the reference comparison for rival 125mm cordless grinders.

Full GWS 18V-10 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Belle PCX 13/40 and the Bosch Professional GWS 18V-10?

The Belle PCX 13/40 is a forward plate compactor, 400 mm baseplate; the Bosch Professional GWS 18V-10 is a 18V cordless 125mm angle grinder.

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