Does it come with a track rail?

No. The saw ships as a bare tool with an extra 6Ah battery in this bundle; the guide rail is a separate purchase.

How deep will it cut?

The 6-1/2 inch blade handles common sheet goods at 90 degrees, but it will not match the depth of larger 7-1/4 inch track saws.

Which batteries does it use?

It runs on Milwaukee M18 batteries, so it shares packs with the rest of the M18 lineup.

Can it make bevel cuts?

Yes. It has bevel stops at 22.5, 45 and 48 degrees plus a micro-adjust depth knob.

Does it collect dust?

Yes. A dust port and bag are built in, and the port also accepts a vacuum hose.

Is it worth it over a circular saw and straightedge?

If you cut sheet goods often, the rail, plunge and dust collection give cleaner, more repeatable results than a circular saw against a straightedge.

Milwaukee 2831-20x6 M18 FUEL 6-1/2" Plunge Track Saw w/ Extra 6Ah Battery

Q: Where is the Milwaukee 2831-20x6 M18 FUEL 6-1/2" Plunge Track Saw w/ Extra 6Ah Battery cheapest?

At MaxTool, for $429.00, as of our latest check.

Q: Where can I buy the Milwaukee 2831-20x6 M18 FUEL 6-1/2" Plunge Track Saw w/ Extra 6Ah Battery?

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What reviewers say

Owners rate the 2831-20 highly for cut quality on rails and for the smooth plunge, and many praise staying on the M18 battery platform. Complaints center on the need to buy a rail separately and on the shallower cut depth than bigger corded saws.

What people mention

Cut qualityPraisedOwners say cuts on the rail come out straight and splinter-free.
Plunge actionPraisedThe plunge is described as smooth and easy to control on partial cuts.
Battery platformPraisedBuyers like running it on the M18 batteries they already own.
RailCriticisedReviewers note the guide rail is not included and must be bought separately.
Depth of cutMixedThe 6-1/2 inch blade is enough for most sheet goods but shallower than larger track saws.
WeightMixedSome find it heavy once a battery is fitted.

About the Milwaukee 2831-20x6 M18 FUEL 6-1/2" Plunge Track Saw w/ Extra 6Ah Battery

The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 6-1/2" Plunge Track Saw is a cordless saw with a POWERSTATE brushless motor. It runs on the M18 battery system at 18V. The plunge action is smooth for plunge cuts, and a variable speed dial sets the blade RPM for the application.

For accurate cuts, an adjustable cam system lets the user dial in the fit between the saw and the track for straight cuts. A riving knife keeps material from pinching on the blade and reduces kickback. The depth scale slides for quick adjustments, and a micro adjust depth knob sets the depth precisely. Bevel stops are at 22.5, 45 and 48 degrees.

The saw has a quick-locking blade change system, and an allen wrench is stored on the tool. A vac port works with 1-7/8" vac hoses, and a dust bag is included on the saw's feature list. The M18 6.0Ah High Output battery has an onboard fuel gauge that shows remaining run-time. It uses REDLINK PLUS intelligence for thermal and overload monitoring, and it powers more than 150 M18 cordless solutions.

Model

2831-20 saw with 48-11-1865 battery pack

Blade size

6-1/2"

Power source

Cordless

Voltage

18V

Battery system

M18

Battery

M18 6.0Ah Lithium-Ion High Output