Tech & Auto
These Are Milwaukee's Highest Rated Cordless Power Tools
By JACK PICONE
M12 Hackzall
Milwaukee's M12 Hackzall Recip Saw is compact, cordless, and is especially great when working in tight spaces. It's less than a foot long and weighs 2.6 pounds.
With a ½-inch stroke length, its 12V battery can generate enough power for up to 3,000 strokes per minute. It has an overall 4.5 out of 5 user rating from Amazon shoppers.
M12 Fuel
The Milwaukee M12 Fuel Installation Drill/Driver comes with four dedicated tool heads: ⅜-inch chuck, offset driver, ¼-inch hex, and right angle.
The drill/driver has a slim design, flat top, and an inline grip that makes it easy to control and maneuver. Its 12-volt battery can generate 1600 rpm and 300 in-lbs of torque.
M18 ½-inch
Milwaukee's M18 ½-inch High-Torque Impact Wrench has a four-pole motor and 18-volt battery, giving it 450 ft-lbs of torque for fastening and 640 ft-lbs for nut-loosening.
The tool comes with a useful onboard battery gauge, and a variable-speed trigger lets you apply between 0-1900 rpm or 0-2200 ipm. It's lightweight and has an ergonomic grip.