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Milwaukee Cordless Brushless Impact Wrench, 3/8 Inch

Milwaukee Cordless Brushless Impact Wrench, 3/8 Inch

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Our take on the Milwaukee Cordless Brushless Impact Wrench, 3/8 Inch

The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3/8 in. mid-torque impact wrench is a cordless tool built for bolt and lug-nut work where a full-size 1/2 in. gun won't fit. It delivers 600 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque at about 5.0 lbs, with a Powerstate brushless motor and Redlink Plus electronics that guard against overload, overheating and over-discharge. Its short head reaches fasteners in tight spots, and four drive modes include an Auto Shut-Off mode capped at 35 ft-lbs for hand-tight fastening plus Bolt Removal Control that slows the anvil once a fastener breaks loose. It suits mechanics and serious DIYers already on the M18 battery platform; the tool is sold without a battery, so the value depends on what M18 packs you own. Compared with 1/2 in. high-torque guns it trades peak torque for size and weight, and against compact 3/8 in. impacts it offers more power.

Best forAuto and truck mechanics working in tight engine baysDIYers already invested in M18 batteriesLug-nut and suspension work on passenger vehiclesFastener removal where a 1/2 in. gun won't fit
Pros
  • 600 ft-lbs nut-busting torque in a 5.0 lb tool
  • Compact head reaches fasteners larger wrenches can't
  • Four drive modes, including 35 ft-lb Auto Shut-Off
  • Tri-LED ring lights the work with few shadows
  • Brushless motor with Redlink Plus overload protection
  • Pin detent socket retention holds sockets securely
Cons
  • Battery and charger not included
  • Pin detent makes socket changes slower than friction ring
  • Mid-torque output falls short of 1/2 in. high-torque models
  • Bare tool adds cost if you don't own M18 packs

Milwaukee Cordless Brushless Impact Wrench, 3/8 Inch prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners rate the M18 FUEL mid-torque highly for its power-to-size ratio, calling it the gun they reach for first on most jobs. Complaints center on the bare-tool packaging and the pin detent, which some find fussy for frequent socket swaps.

What people mention
  • PowerPraisedOwners say it breaks loose lug nuts and suspension bolts that compact impacts stall on.
  • SizePraisedThe short head is repeatedly called out for reaching fasteners in tight engine bays.
  • BatteryMixedUsers like the runtime on M18 packs but note the tool ships without a battery or charger.
  • Socket retentionCriticisedThe pin detent holds sockets firmly but makes swaps slower than a friction ring.
  • LightingPraisedThe Tri-LED ring around the anvil is described as bright with few shadows.
  • ModesPraisedAuto Shut-Off and Bolt Removal Control are seen as genuinely useful for hand-tight work and avoiding dropped fasteners.

About the Milwaukee Cordless Brushless Impact Wrench, 3/8 Inch

This Milwaukee M18 FUEL impact wrench is a cordless mid-torque tool with a 3/8 inch square drive. It has a Powerstate brushless motor and is compact for its class, so it can reach fasteners in tight spaces. It delivers 600 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque and 550 ft-lbs of fastening torque for jobs like removing large bolts and lug nuts.

A single button on the tool selects one of four drive modes, each with preset rpm and impacts-per-minute levels. Mode 4 has two functions. Auto Shut-Off applies no more than 35 ft-lbs of torque for hand-tight fastening, which prevents overtightening. Bolt Removal Control gives full torque, then lowers the rpm once the bolt is loose to help prevent dropped fasteners.

Three LEDs surround the anvil to light the work area with fewer shadows. Redlink Plus intelligence protects the tool against overloads, overheating and over-discharge. The tool is built for demanding professional use.

Model
2960-20
Product type
Impact wrench, cordless, brushless
Drive size
3/8 in., square drive
Nut-busting torque
600 ft-lbs
Fastening torque
550 ft-lbs
Impacts per minute
3100 ipm
Speed control
Variable speed, 4-mode drive control
Direction
Forward and reverse switch
Anvil retention
Friction ring
Light
Tri-LED
Voltage
18 V (M18 FUEL)
Battery system
M18, lithium-ion; compatible with all M18 batteries and chargers

Questions and answers

Does it come with a battery?
No. It is a bare tool; the M18 Redlithium battery and charger are sold separately. It runs on any M18 pack you already own.
Is 600 ft-lbs enough for lug nuts?
For most passenger cars and light trucks, yes. Heavier trucks and rusted fasteners may still call for a 1/2 in. high-torque wrench.
What is the difference between this and the high-torque M18?
This mid-torque model is smaller and lighter at 5.0 lbs with 600 ft-lbs. The 1/2 in. high-torque version is bigger and heavier but delivers more torque.
What does Mode 4 do?
Mode 4 caps torque at 35 ft-lbs for hand-tight fastening and adds Bolt Removal Control, which drops RPM once a fastener loosens so it doesn't fall.
What socket drive does it use?
It has a 3/8 in. anvil with pin detent, so it takes 3/8 in. impact sockets. Pin detent sockets have a hole for the pin.
Can it remove crank bolts and axle nuts?
Sometimes, but those are usually high-torque jobs. This wrench is best for mid-size fasteners, and the biggest bolts may need a 1/2 in. high-torque tool.
Where is the Milwaukee Cordless Brushless Impact Wrench, 3/8 Inch cheapest?
At Hatchet Hardware, for $279.99, as of our latest check.

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Length
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Width
2.74 in.
Height
8.12 in.
Included
Tool only; battery and case not included
Warranty
5 year

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