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Milwaukee M18 5.0Ah Starter Kit with 3/8" Impact Wrench

Milwaukee M18 5.0Ah Starter Kit with 3/8" Impact Wrench

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$219.00at Ace Hardware, last seen Nov 5

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Our take on the Milwaukee M18 5.0Ah Starter Kit with 3/8" Impact Wrench

This is a Milwaukee M18 starter kit built around a cordless 3/8-inch impact wrench rated at 250 ft-lb of fastening torque, paired with a 5.0Ah lithium-ion battery. It suits lug nuts, suspension and general automotive work where a compact impact beats a hand ratchet. The 5.0Ah pack is the mid-size M18 battery, so runtime is solid without the bulk of a 9.0 or 12.0. No current price was provided, so check the live comparison before buying.

Best forHome mechanics doing tire rotations and brake workBuying into the M18 battery platformCompact jobs where a 1/2-inch gun won't fitOne-kit starter setup for a garage
Pros
  • 250 ft-lb handles most passenger-car lug nuts
  • 3/8-inch anvil fits tight engine-bay and brake spaces
  • 5.0Ah M18 battery works with the whole M18 line
  • Cordless, so no hose or outlet needed
  • Starter kit bundles battery and charger in one buy
Cons
  • 250 ft-lb is below the 1/2-inch M18 high-torque guns
  • 5.0Ah pack adds weight versus a compact 2.0Ah
  • Not enough torque for some heavy truck or rusted fasteners
  • Kit price is higher than a bare tool if you already own batteries

Milwaukee M18 5.0Ah Starter Kit with 3/8" Impact Wrench prices at every store

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Milwaukee M18 5.0Ah Starter Kit with 3/8" Impact Wrench price history

Lowest price we've seen: $219.00 on Nov 5 at Ace Hardware. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 5.

What reviewers say

Owners of the M18 3/8-inch impact generally rate it as a reliable, compact gun for automotive and light assembly work. Most praise the torque-to-size ratio and the battery platform; the common complaint is that it falls short on stubborn, high-torque fasteners.

What people mention
  • TorqueMixedOwners say 250 ft-lb is plenty for car lugs but not for heavy or rusted fasteners.
  • SizePraisedThe compact 3/8-inch body gets into brake and engine-bay spaces a 1/2-inch gun can't.
  • BatteryPraisedThe 5.0Ah pack gives good runtime and works across the M18 lineup.
  • WeightMixedSome find the tool nose-heavy with the larger battery attached.
  • BuildPraisedOwners describe the housing and anvil as durable for daily shop use.

Specifications

Power Type
Cordless
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Maximum Torque
250 ft-lb
Chuck / Drive Size
0.38 inch chuck / drive

Questions and answers

Is 250 ft-lb enough for car lug nuts?
Yes for most passenger cars, whose lugs are typically torqued to 80-150 ft-lb. Check your owner's manual, and use a torque wrench for final tightening.
Does the 5.0Ah battery fit other Milwaukee tools?
Yes. It is a standard M18 pack and runs any M18 tool, from drills to saws.
What's in the box?
The kit pairs the 3/8-inch impact wrench with a 5.0Ah M18 battery and a charger. Confirm the exact contents on the listing before ordering.
Should I get the 1/2-inch high-torque instead?
If you work on trucks, suspension or rusted bolts, yes; the 1/2-inch high-torque M18 delivers far more torque. For general car work, the 3/8-inch is lighter and more compact.
Does it have speed or torque modes?
Milwaukee's 3/8-inch impact has variable-speed trigger control. Mode count varies by model number, so check the specific listing.
When is it cheapest?
M18 kits usually drop during holiday sales and Milwaukee promotions. Watch the price history and buy below the recent range.

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