Does it come with batteries?

No. It is sold as a tool only and needs two M18 REDLITHIUM batteries, which are not included.

Which batteries should I use?

Milwaukee says it is optimized for M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT batteries, such as the XC8.0, for best performance and run time.

How fast does it reach full power?

The motor reaches full throttle in under 1 second, which Milwaukee says improves control and productivity.

How much line does the head hold?

The Easy Load Trimmer Head holds up to 25 ft of trimmer line and can be loaded in under 30 seconds.

The trimmer, an Easy Load Trimmer Head and a shoulder harness. Batteries and charger are not included.

Is it worth it over a single-battery trimmer?

If you already own M18 batteries and need gas-level torque, the dual-battery setup pays off. If not, the extra batteries and charger raise the total cost.

Where can I buy the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 17 in. Dual Battery String Trimmer?

14 stores we checked sell it, including Way Source, Stones Ace of, Tool Nut, Value Tools Co, Secondipity.

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 17 in. String Trimmer Price History: $199.00

Q: Where is the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 17 in. Dual Battery String Trimmer cheapest?

At Stones Ace of, for $199.00, 50% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What reviewers say

4 / 544 ratings

Rated 4 out of 5 from 44 ratings. Owners rate it highly for power and cutting through tough growth, but the dual-battery requirement and bare-tool packaging draw complaints.

What people mention

PowerPraisedOwners say it cuts through thick grass and weeds with gas-like torque.
Battery setupCriticisedReviewers note it takes two M18 batteries and none are included.
Line loadingPraisedThe Easy Load head is called quick and easy to respool.
WeightMixedSome find it heavy with both batteries installed.
BuildPraisedBuyers describe it as sturdy and professional-grade.

From Way Source

POWERSTATE Brushless Motor delivers up to 2.5Nm peak torque and 2.5HP of peak power
Reaches full throttle in under 1 second
REDLINK PLUS Intelligence for system communication between tool and battery
Variable speed trigger with high and low speeds
Easy Load Trimmer Head loads up to 25' of line in under 30 seconds
Fully compatible with the M18 System featuring over 250+ tools

Materials: Material Composition: Nylon
Guarantee: Money back guarantee
Returns: 45 days from the day you receive your purchase to exchange, receive store credit, or get a refund; item must be in new, unused condition with original packaging
Shipping: Free shipping on orders above a threshold; most in-stock orders ship within 1-4 business days; ships only within the United States, Mexico and Canada; no P.O. B
In the box: (1) M18 FUEL 17" Dual Battery String Trimmer (3006-20), (1) Easy Load Trimmer Head (49-16-2748), (1) Shoulder Harness

About the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 17 in. Dual Battery String Trimmer

The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 17 in. Dual Battery String Trimmer is a cordless string trimmer sold as a tool only. It runs on two M18 REDLITHIUM batteries and is optimized for M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT batteries. It is compatible with more than 250 tools and solutions on the M18 system.

A POWERSTATE Brushless Motor delivers up to 2.5 Nm of peak torque and 2.5 HP of peak power. The trimmer reaches full throttle in under 1 second. It has no pull start, mixing of gas and oil, or engine maintenance. REDLINK PLUS Intelligence lets the tool and battery communicate with each other. A variable speed trigger and high and low speed settings control the power.

The cutting swath is 15 in. to 17 in. The Easy Load Trimmer Head can load up to 25 ft of trimmer line in under 30 seconds. A shoulder harness is included.

Type: Cordless string trimmer
Model: 3006-20
Batteries: Requires (2) M18 REDLITHIUM batteries (not included)
Motor: POWERSTATE Brushless
Peak output: 2.5 Nm peak torque, 2.5 HP peak power
Cutting swath: 15 in. to 17 in.
Speed control: Variable speed trigger, high and low speeds
Material: Nylon
Compatibility: M18 system, 250+ tools
In the box: Trimmer, Easy Load Trimmer Head (49-16-2748), shoulder harness