What is the weight of the hammer head?

The head of this sledgehammer weighs 5000 g (5 kg).

What is the total length of the hammer?

This sledgehammer has an overall length of 900 mm.

What material is the handle made of?

The handle is made from hickory wood, which provides effective shock absorption.

What is the diameter of the hammer head?

The hammer head has a diameter of 68 mm.

Is this sledgehammer non-sparking?

No, this model is not non-sparking and is not intended for explosive environments.

BAHCO 491-5000 sledgehammer with hickory wood handle, 5000 g

Name: BAHCO 491-5000 sledgehammer with hickory wood handle, 5000 g
Brand: BAHCO
SKU: 08080678
Price: 49.6 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: BAHCO 491-5000 | EAN 7314150345212

Recommended Retail Price €93.81

49.60 tax incl.

€40.99 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

On order: delivered from 09/10/2026

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In a nutshell

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With the Bahco 491-5000 sledgehammer, you tackle tough demolition and driving jobs with maximum striking power and control. Its solid 5000 g head with a 68 mm diameter delivers substantial kinetic impact, making quick work of breaking masonry, crushing stone, or driving heavy fence posts. Thanks to the 900 mm overall length, you get optimal swing leverage for powerful and precise blows. The resilient hickory wood handle absorbs harsh vibrations effectively, reducing fatigue in your hands so you can work comfortably and finish heavy tasks with confidence.

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Key features according to our expert

Length: 900 mm
Material (handle): Hickory
Non-sparking: No
Head weight (hammer): 5000 g
Head diameter (hammer): 68 mm
Type of hammer: Club hammer

Product description:

Pen bench hammer with hickory wood handle, 5 kg

Features:

Hardened head, according to standard
Wooden handle
Wooden handle with rubber dots for better grip
Black painted epoxy head
Assembled with wedge for better accessibility

All Features

Length: 900 mm
Material (handle): Hickory
Non-sparking: No
Head weight (hammer): 5000 g
Head diameter (hammer): 68 mm
Type of hammer: Club hammer
Head weight g: 5000 g
Head width mm (c): 68 mm
Total length mm (b): 900 mm
Head length mm (a): 184 mm
Norm: DIN1042
Weight g: 5350 g

Brand BAHCO
08080678
EAN 7314150345212
Supplier number BAHCO 491-5000
Warranty Lifetime warranty on Bahco? Or limited in time? Read more about it here.

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What is the weight of the hammer head?: The head of this sledgehammer weighs 5000 g (5 kg).
What is the total length of the hammer?: This sledgehammer has an overall length of 900 mm.
What material is the handle made of?: The handle is made from hickory wood, which provides effective shock absorption.
What is the diameter of the hammer head?: The hammer head has a diameter of 68 mm.
Is this sledgehammer non-sparking?: No, this model is not non-sparking and is not intended for explosive environments.