Abstract: A fastening element for hard constructional components such as concrete, masonry, and the like, includes a cylindrical base body (22; 42; 62) having an inwardly located engagement element (28; 48; 68) for the setting bit and formed as a through-opening (31; 51; 71) in the bottom section (23; 43; 63) which is provided at the first end of the base body, a receptacle (29) opening toward the second end (25), remote from the first end and adjoining the engagement element (28; 48; 68) in a direction toward the second end (25), and provided with load application means (30; 50); and a self-tapping thread (27) provided, at least regionwise, on an outer surface (26) of the base body (22, 42; 62).