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Milwaukee M12 Cordless 3/8" Ratchet (Tool Only)

Milwaukee M12 Cordless 3/8" Ratchet (Tool Only)

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$169.00at Tool MartChecked Nov 8

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $169.00 at Tool Mart on Nov 8.

Our take on the Milwaukee M12 Cordless 3/8" Ratchet (Tool Only)

The Milwaukee M12 3/8 in. ratchet (2457-20) is a sub-compact cordless ratchet for auto mechanics and maintenance work. Its 12 V motor delivers up to 35 ft-lbs of torque and 250 RPM, giving pneumatic-ratchet speed without an air hose. The low-profile head reaches into tight engine bays, and the reinforced steel housing takes hard cranking. It is a bare tool, so it drops into an existing M12 kit and competes with air ratchets and other compact cordless ratchets on portability and head access rather than raw torque.

Best forAuto mechanics working in tight engine baysTechnicians already on the M12 battery platformMaintenance work where an air hose is a hassleTool-belt carry into confined spaces
Pros
  • Low-profile head fits tight spaces
  • Compact and light for a ratchet
  • Variable-speed metal trigger for control
  • REDLINK overload protection
  • Built-in LED and fuel gauge
  • Runs on existing M12 packs
Cons
  • Bare tool: battery and charger sold separately
  • 35 ft-lbs is modest next to full-size air ratchets
  • Short run-time on small M12 packs
  • No case included

Milwaukee M12 Cordless 3/8" Ratchet (Tool Only) prices at every store

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    $169.00Checked Nov 8
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What reviewers say

Owners rate the M12 ratchet highly for its compact size, light weight and the convenience of cordless use in tight spots. Many say it has largely replaced their air ratchet for everyday work. The main complaints are modest torque and short run-time on smaller batteries.

What people mention
  • SizePraisedOwners say the low-profile head and short body get into places a full-size ratchet will not.
  • WeightPraisedUsers call it light enough to keep on a belt or use overhead for long stretches.
  • TorqueMixedReviewers find it fine for most fasteners but reach for a breaker bar on tight bolts.
  • Battery lifeCriticisedSome owners report short run-time on the smaller M12 packs and prefer larger ones.
  • Trigger controlPraisedThe variable-speed metal trigger is described as smooth and easy to feather.
  • NoisePraisedUsers note it is much quieter than a pneumatic ratchet.

About the Milwaukee M12 Cordless 3/8" Ratchet (Tool Only)

The Milwaukee M12 cordless 3/8 in. ratchet is a sub-compact tool for auto mechanics and maintenance work. Its 12 V motor delivers up to 35 ft-lbs of torque and 250 RPM. It runs on a battery, so no air hose is needed.

A variable-speed metal trigger gives control on delicate fasteners. The 3/4 in. low-profile head reaches into tight spaces and engine bays. The housing is reinforced steel. The tool is 10-3/4 in. long and weighs 1.9 lb.

REDLINK intelligence protects against overload through communication between the tool, battery and charger. An on-board fuel gauge shows remaining run-time, and a built-in LED light illuminates dark, confined work areas. This is a bare tool that runs on M12 REDLITHIUM battery packs. The battery and charger are sold separately.

Model
2457-20
Series
M12
Type
Cordless ratchet (bare tool)
Voltage
12 V DC
Drive size
3/8 in.
Max torque
35 ft-lbs
Speed
250 RPM
Speed control
Variable-speed metal trigger
Head profile
3/4 in. low profile
Length
10-3/4 in.
Weight
1.9 lb (bare tool)
Housing
Reinforced steel
Electronics
REDLINK intelligence
Fuel gauge

Questions and answers

Does it come with a battery and charger?
No. It is a bare tool; battery and charger are sold separately. It runs on any M12 REDLITHIUM pack you already own.
How much torque does it make?
Up to 35 ft-lbs at 250 RPM. That handles most fasteners but not heavily seized bolts, where a breaker bar is the better tool.
What drive size is it?
It has a 3/8 in. drive, the common size for automotive sockets.
Is it worth it over an air ratchet?
If you already own M12 batteries, it removes the hose and is easier to carry into tight spots. Air ratchets still win on sustained torque.
What is in the box?
The ratchet tool only. No battery, charger or case is included.
Does it have a light?
Yes, a built-in LED illuminates the work area, and an on-board fuel gauge shows remaining run-time.
Where is the Milwaukee M12 Cordless 3/8" Ratchet (Tool Only) cheapest?
At Tool Mart, for $169.00, as of our latest check.

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Built-in LED
Battery platform
M12 REDLITHIUM
Battery
Not included
Charger
Not included
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