Does it cut 4x material in one pass?

Yes. The 3-13/16 in. depth at 90 degrees lets it cut 4x lumber in a single pass, which is the main reason to pick it over a 7-1/4 in. saw.

Is a battery included?

No. It is sold tool-only, so you need an M18 battery and charger, ideally a high-output pack for long rips.

How does it compare with a worm drive?

It gives up the worm drive's sustained torque and unlimited runtime but is lighter and cordless. For framing and deck work it covers most of the same cuts.

What blade size does it take?

It uses a 10-1/4 in. blade with a 5/8 in. arbor, the standard for saws in this class.

Can it be used for overhead or one-handed cuts?

It can, but at 10.3 lbs tool-only with a rear handle it is awkward overhead. Two-handed use is the norm.

Does it have electric brake and overload protection?

Yes. The FUEL electronics include overload protection, and the saw has an electric brake to stop the blade quickly.

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 10-1/4-in. Rear Handle Circular Saw, Tool Only (3026-20)

Q: Where is the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 10-1/4-in. Rear Handle Circular Saw, Tool Only (3026-20) cheapest?

At Ace Tool Group, for $429.00, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 10-1/4-in. Rear Handle Circular Saw, Tool Only (3026-20)?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.

Q: Where can I buy the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 10-1/4-in. Rear Handle Circular Saw, Tool Only (3026-20)?

21 stores we checked sell it, including The Milwaukee Store, Tool Nut, Toolup, Fasteners Inc, Polar Tool & Supply.

Best price now

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What reviewers say

Owners of Milwaukee's rear handle saws generally rate the line highly for power and cut depth, and the 10-1/4 in. version is bought mainly by framers who want single-pass 4x cuts. The common complaints are weight and the cost of buying into high-output M18 batteries.

What people mention

Cut depthPraisedOwners value cutting 4x in a single pass at 90 degrees.
WeightMixedLight for its class, but still tiring overhead and one-handed.
PowerPraisedThe brushless motor pulls through thick framing lumber without bogging.
Battery runtimeMixedRuntime is fine on high-output packs but short on smaller M18 batteries.
ValueMixedBuyers note the tool-only configuration means budgeting for batteries separately.

About the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 10-1/4-in. Rear Handle Circular Saw, Tool Only (3026-20)

The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 10-1/4-in. Rear Handle Circular Saw (3026-20) is a cordless saw for framing, ripping sheet goods and cutting thick dimensional lumber. It is sold as a tool only. The 10-1/4 in. blade cuts 3-13/16 in. deep at 90 degrees, enough to cut 4x material in a single pass. At 45 degrees, the depth of cut is 2-3/4 in.

The saw has a rear handle layout similar to worm-drive style saws. All guards and shoes are magnesium, which keeps weight down. It weighs 10.3 lbs without a battery. A POWERSTATE brushless motor and REDLINK PLUS electronics provide protection against overload, overheating and over-discharge. The saw runs at 3,250 RPM.

AUTOSTOP advanced kickback protection cuts power during a severe kickback event. An electric blade brake stops the blade quickly after the trigger is released. An LED work light lights the cut, and a multi-sized rafter hook lets you hang the saw. A vacuum adapter is included. With the M18 REDLITHIUM FORGE HD12.0 battery (sold separately), the saw makes up to 250 cuts per charge in 4x4 material.

Model

3026-20

Blade size

10-1/4 in.

Cut depth at 90°

3-13/16 in.

Cut depth at 45°

2-3/4 in.

Speed

3,250 RPM

Weight

10.3 lbs, tool only