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Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2745-21 (1x5.0Ah)

Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2745-21 (1x5.0Ah)

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$549.00at Blain's Farm & FleetChecked Nov 8

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $549.00 at Blain's Farm & Fleet on Nov 8.
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2745-21 (1x5.0Ah)

The Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2745-21 is a cordless 21-degree framing nailer that runs on the M18 18V battery platform. It drives 2-inch to 3.5-inch clipped-head framing nails and uses a nitrogen air spring instead of a gas cartridge, so there is no fuel cell to buy and no cartridge to fail. It weighs about 11 lb, which is heavier than a pneumatic framer but frees you from a compressor and hose. Reviewers rate the driving power and cold-weather reliability highly, while many call out the weight and the slower cycle time against air tools. It suits framers, remodelers and deck builders already invested in M18 batteries.

Best forFramers and deck builders working away from powerM18 platform owners who want one battery systemRemodelers nailing in tight or finished spacesCold-weather job sites where gas nailers struggle
Pros
  • No fuel cells or gas cartridges to buy or replace
  • Drives full 3.5-inch framing nails into engineered lumber
  • Runs on the same M18 batteries as other Milwaukee tools
  • Reliable in cold weather, where gas nailers can misfire
  • Tool-free depth adjustment and dry-fire lockout
Cons
  • About 11 lb, heavy for overhead or one-handed work
  • Slower cycle time than a pneumatic framer
  • Nose is bulky and can be awkward in tight spots
  • Clipped-head nails only, not full round-head
  • Battery and charger add cost if you are not on M18

Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2745-21 (1x5.0Ah) prices at every store

  • Blain's Farm & FleetNew

    In stock

    $549.00Checked Nov 8
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  • Ace HardwareNew

    In stock

    $549.00Free shippingChecked Nov 8
    Visit Ace Hardware

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Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2745-21 (1x5.0Ah) price history

Lowest price we've seen: $549.00 on Nov 8 at Blain's Farm & Fleet. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 8.

What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers consistently praise the driving power, the no-gas design and cold-weather reliability. The main complaints are weight and a slower pace than air nailers, plus the clipped-head nail limitation.

What people mention
  • WeightCriticisedOwners say the roughly 11 lb body tires the arm during overhead or extended framing.
  • Driving powerPraisedReviewers report it sinks 3.5-inch nails into engineered lumber without stalling.
  • No gasPraisedUsers like skipping fuel cells and cartridges, which removes a common failure point.
  • Cycle speedCriticisedFramers note it fires slower than a pneumatic nailer, costing time on big runs.
  • Cold weatherPraisedOwners say it keeps firing in freezing conditions where gas nailers struggle.
  • Nail typeMixedIt takes clipped-head nails only, which some users find limiting for certain codes and jobs.

Specifications

Battery Technology
Li-IonSource
Width (")
4.7Source
Nail Diameter (")
0.131Source
Power Source
BatterySource

Questions and answers

Does it need gas fuel cells?
No. It uses a nitrogen air spring and runs entirely off the M18 battery, so there are no fuel cartridges to buy or replace.
What nails does it take?
It uses 21-degree plastic-collated clipped-head framing nails from 2 to 3.5 inches long, with shanks up to 0.131 inch.
How does it compare with a pneumatic framing nailer?
It matches the driving power of many air framers and removes the compressor and hose, but it is heavier and fires more slowly.
Which battery does it use?
Any Milwaukee M18 18V battery. The kit ships with one 5.0Ah pack and a charger; a High Output pack gives more shots per charge.
Is it good for overhead work?
It can do it, but at about 11 lb it is tiring overhead. Many owners keep a lighter tool for ceiling and soffit work.
Does it have a dry-fire lockout?
Yes. The tool stops firing when the magazine runs low, which protects the workpiece and the driver.
Where is the Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2745-21 (1x5.0Ah) cheapest?
At Blain's Farm & Fleet, for $549.00, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2745-21 (1x5.0Ah)?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Blain's Farm & Fleet, Ace Hardware.

Stores we've priced the Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2745-21 (1x5.0Ah) at

  • Ace Hardware deals and prices
  • Blain's Farm & Fleet deals and prices

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Voltage (V)
18.0Source
Height (")
15.2Source
Nail Length (min) (")
2.0Source
Weight (lb)
11.0Source
Length (")
14.1Source
Nail Length (max) (")
3.5Source