BOSCH GCM12SD Glide Sliding Compound Miter Saw 12 Inch
- Power Source: Corded Electric
- Capacity: 12 inches
- Speed: 4000 RPM
- Material: Carbide
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A 12 inch sliding miter saw with real crosscut capacity and a compact glide mechanism, aimed at trim and framing work in a fixed shop setup. Its 65 pound weight makes it a bench tool, not a carry-along one.
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ASIN: B004323NNCModel: GCM12SDCategory: Saws
Overview
The Bosch GCM12SD is a corded 12 inch sliding compound miter saw running on 120 volts with an 1800 watt motor at 4000 RPM. At 65 pounds, it is a benchtop machine built for trim, framing lumber, and stock up to 12 inches with a carbide-tipped blade.
Bosch markets the GCM12SD line around its glide arm system, which lets the saw reach a wide crosscut without the long rail track that most sliding miter saws need behind the fence, an advantage in a shop or garage with limited wall clearance. The 65 pound weight reflects a full-size stationary tool, not something meant to move between jobsites daily.
- 12 inch carbide-tipped blade capacity
- 1800 watt motor at 4000 RPM
- 120 volt corded electric power
- 65 pound stationary design
Who it's for
Suits a home workshop, remodeling contractor, or trim carpenter who needs wide crosscuts on a bench and has space and outlet capacity for a corded 1800 watt tool. It is not built for someone wanting a light saw for occasional jobsite carrying.
Pros and cons
- 12 inch capacity handles wide crosscuts
- 1800 watt motor for dimensional lumber and trim
- Glide arm design saves rear clearance versus rail-track saws
- 65 pounds, not meant for frequent transport
- Corded, requires a 120 volt outlet
Performance notes
The 1800 watt motor spinning at 4000 RPM through a 12 inch carbide-tipped blade is sized for cutting dimensional lumber and trim stock cleanly. Bosch's glide arm mechanism replaces the exposed rails of a typical sliding miter saw, so crosscut capacity comes from an axial glide system rather than a long rail extending behind the fence, which matters if your bench sits close to a wall. The 65 pound weight and roughly 32 by 27 by 27 inch footprint mean it needs a dedicated spot on a bench or stand.
Specifications
| Brand | Bosch |
|---|---|
| Model | GCM12SD |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 65 poundshigher than 97% of 194 saws |
| Dimensions | 32.4 × 26.5 × 27 inches |
| Dimensions | 32.38"L x 26.5"W x 27"H |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 12 incheshigher than 87% of 55 saws |
| Speed | 4000 RPM |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Voltage | 120 voltshigher than 62% of 197 saws |
| Motor Power | 1800 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Carbide |
Closest rivals on specs
Makita LS1019L Dual-Bevel Sliding Miter Saw 10 Inch- Item Weight 65 vs 72.77 pounds (-11%)
DOVAMAN DMS03G Dual-Bevel Sliding Miter Saw 12 Inch- Item Weight 65 vs 53.9 pounds (+21%)
DEWALT D24000S Wet Tile Saw with Stand 10 Inch- Item Weight 65 vs 53.6 pounds (+21%)
Frequently asked questions
What size blade does the Bosch GCM12SD use?
A 12 inch carbide blade, per its listed capacity.
How much does the Bosch GCM12SD weigh?
65 pounds, sized as a benchtop stationary saw rather than a portable one.
Does the Bosch GCM12SD need a rail behind the fence like other sliding miter saws?
No, Bosch's glide arm system reaches its crosscut capacity without the long rail track typical sliders use, saving clearance behind the saw.