About the Product
The 18 TB G-DRIVE PROJECT is engineered for creators who need uncompromising speed, capacity, and reliability. With Thunderbolt™ 3 (40 Gbps), USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), and a PRO-BLADE™ SSD Mag slot, it delivers up to 260 MB/s sustained transfer speeds—ideal for 4K/8K video editing, photography workflows, and large project archives. The enterprise-class 7200 RPM Ultrastar HDD ensures dependable, round-the-clock performance for professional use.
Wrapped in a premium all-aluminum enclosure, the G-DRIVE PROJECT offers durability, thermal efficiency, and a refined desktop aesthetic. Adjustable LED brightness, color-coded cable indicators, and broad macOS, iPadOS, and Windows compatibility make it a perfect fit for studio setups, production environments, and demanding creative tasks.
Permanent Key Specifications
These specifications remain constant for this model.
| Storage |
18 TB |
| Color |
Black |
Core Specifications
| Brand |
Western Digital (WD) |
| Model |
SDPHG1H-018T-SBAAD |
| Capacity |
18 TB |
| Interface |
Thunderbolt™ 3 (40 Gbps), USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), PRO-BLADE™ SSD Mag Slot (10 Gbps) |
| Disk Speed (RPM) |
7200 RPM Ultrastar Enterprise-Class HDD |
| Sequential Read |
Up to 260 MB/s |
| Sequential Write |
Up to 260 MB/s |
| Compatibility |
macOS 11+, iPadOS 14+, Windows® 10+ (via reformat) |
| Dimensions |
210 × 133 × 51 mm (8.27 × 5.24 × 2.01 in) |
| Weight |
1.65 kg (3.64 lb) |
| Warranty |
3-Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty |
What’s in the Box
WD G-DRIVE PROJECT 18 TB Desktop Hard Drive
Thunderbolt™ 3 Cable (40 Gbps)
Power Cable & 19 V AC Adapter
Quick Start Guide
Warranty & Returns
7 days for return/refund under Australian Consumer Law + manufacturer warranty.
Performance may vary based on system configuration and interface. For best results, use Thunderbolt™ 3 connection.