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expiredCoup28 posted Apr 24, 2021 5:04 AM

Milwaukee M18 FUEL GEN-3 Brushless Li-Ion 3/8" Impact Wrench + 12Ah Battery Kit

$249

$590

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Grainger has Milwaukee M18 FUEL GEN-3 18-Volt Brushless Li-Ion 3/8" Impact Wrench (2854-20) + M18 18-Volt 12.0Ah High Output Battery & Rapid Charger Starter Kit (48-59-1200) on sale for $249. Choose store pickup where stock permits otherwise shipping costs start from ~$14.55.

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  • Note: Availability for pickup may vary.
Impact Wrench Features:
  • 4-mode DRIVE CONTROL
  • Up to 250 ft. lbs. torque
  • 4.8" L provides most access in tight spaces
  • Works in up to 69kV environments
  • Mode 1 RPMs: 0-800, mode 2 RPMs: 0-1,650, mode 3 RPMs: 0-2,400, mode 4 RPMs: 0-2,400
  • Mode 1 IPMs: 0-1,000, mode 2 IPMs: 0-2,400, mode 3 IPMs: 0-3,500, mode 4 IPMs: 0-3,500

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  • About this Deal:
    • At the time of this posting, Our research indicates that this is $219 lower (46.7% savings) than the next best available prices for similar products with prices starting from $468.
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Grainger has Milwaukee M18 FUEL GEN-3 18-Volt Brushless Li-Ion 3/8" Impact Wrench (2854-20) + M18 18-Volt 12.0Ah High Output Battery & Rapid Charger Starter Kit (48-59-1200) on sale for $249. Choose store pickup where stock permits otherwise shipping costs start from ~$14.55.

Thanks to community member Coup28 for posting this deal.
  • Note: Availability for pickup may vary.
Impact Wrench Features:
  • 4-mode DRIVE CONTROL
  • Up to 250 ft. lbs. torque
  • 4.8" L provides most access in tight spaces
  • Works in up to 69kV environments
  • Mode 1 RPMs: 0-800, mode 2 RPMs: 0-1,650, mode 3 RPMs: 0-2,400, mode 4 RPMs: 0-2,400
  • Mode 1 IPMs: 0-1,000, mode 2 IPMs: 0-2,400, mode 3 IPMs: 0-3,500, mode 4 IPMs: 0-3,500

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • At the time of this posting, Our research indicates that this is $219 lower (46.7% savings) than the next best available prices for similar products with prices starting from $468.
  • About this Store:

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Apr 24, 2021 2:17 PM
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berrnardApr 24, 2021 2:17 PM
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Quote from FuschiaScene411 :
It will be until you have rusty, big bolts or you work on your car.
I've easily overwhelmed even the mid torque model with some bolts on cars
a lot of it has to do with the battery
if you dont use HO batteries, it really gimps the impacts
Apr 24, 2021 2:18 PM
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nohchoApr 24, 2021 2:18 PM
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Quote from Xplicit :
These good enough for lug nuts?
Unless you torque your lug nuts over 250 lbs (idk why you would unless you have a cat 10d or some shiiit) then yes its more then good enough for lug nuts
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Apr 24, 2021 3:27 PM
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SmartRailway3916Apr 24, 2021 3:27 PM
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Has anyone had any luck price matching this at Home Depot? (I'm assuming not because they don't have an identical package available right now but you never know).
Apr 24, 2021 3:28 PM
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sd2008Apr 24, 2021 3:28 PM
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Can anyone comment this vs
M18 FUEL Gen-2 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Mid Torque 1/2 in. Impact Wrench w/Friction Ring (Tool-Only) 2962-20 - can be had $170 at HD?

Edit: the 2962-20 mid torque G2: 1/2 in; 650 ft. lbs. of nut-busting torque - seem much more powerful than the OP compact one.
Last edited by sd2008 April 24, 2021 at 08:38 AM.
Apr 24, 2021 4:13 PM
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BringtherainApr 24, 2021 4:13 PM
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Quote from sd2008 :
Can anyone comment this vs
M18 FUEL Gen-2 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Mid Torque 1/2 in. Impact Wrench w/Friction Ring (Tool-Only) 2962-20 - can be had $170 at HD?

Edit: the 2962-20 mid torque G2: 1/2 in; 650 ft. lbs. of nut-busting torque - seem much more powerful than the OP compact one.
Do you need something that strong and is much heavier? When you're underneath a car you'll want something light and compact. Having played around with a lot of tools the bigger ones always feels like bringing a sledge hammer to hang a painting.
Apr 24, 2021 4:23 PM
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istolethisusernameApr 24, 2021 4:23 PM
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Quote from Xplicit :
These good enough for lug nuts?
I have the m12 version mid torque stubby which is the same ft lbs as this. It has 4 modes, 1,2,3, and auto. Auto is the full power applied. I USUALLY torque my bolts to ~90 ft lbs. If I dont have my click torque wrench with me then I use my hands mostly to tighten and finish it with a light step. When I actually do it to 90ft lbs there no issue. When I do it the 2nd way it can be a little difficult. I just swapped my winter wheels and out of the 4 wheels, there was maybe 5 troublesome bolts that i had to use some mustard to get them loose.

TLDR; if they are tightened correctly you should have no issue
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Apr 24, 2021 4:29 PM
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random_shotsApr 24, 2021 4:29 PM
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Quote from sd2008 :
Can anyone comment this vs
M18 FUEL Gen-2 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Mid Torque 1/2 in. Impact Wrench w/Friction Ring (Tool-Only) 2962-20 - can be had $170 at HD?

Edit: the 2962-20 mid torque G2: 1/2 in; 650 ft. lbs. of nut-busting torque - seem much more powerful than the OP compact one.
2962-20 all day if you do any suspension work. In addition to more overall power, it has a much better torque curve than the new Gen3 compact or even Gen1 mid-torque. If size is a problem, like the head is too big, then some universal sockets and/or extensions get you around that issue.

The Gen3 compact Impact, posted here, has nearly the same performance and size profile as a M12 Stubby (with XC4.0 battery) but on the M18 platform.The Gen3 is taller and has a bigger base (due to battery pack) but has a smaller head.

Gen3 Compact Impact Tested
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qu-ichX64E4

2962-20 Gen 2 Mid Torque Impact Tested
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nv0YRvjS2cc
Last edited by random_shots April 24, 2021 at 09:37 AM.
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Apr 24, 2021 4:36 PM
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Oscar3402Apr 24, 2021 4:36 PM
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In for 1 👍
Apr 24, 2021 5:02 PM
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sd2008Apr 24, 2021 5:02 PM
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Quote from random_shots :
2962-20 all day if you do any suspension work. In addition to more overall power, it has a much better torque curve than the new Gen3 compact or even Gen1 mid-torque. If size is a problem, like the head is too big, then some universal sockets and/or extensions get you around that issue.

The Gen3 compact Impact, posted here, has nearly the same performance and size profile as a M12 Stubby (with XC4.0 battery) but on the M18 platform.The Gen3 is taller and has a bigger base (due to battery pack) but has a smaller head.

Gen3 Compact Impact Tested
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qu-ichX64E4

2962-20 Gen 2 Mid Torque Impact Tested
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nv0YRvjS2cc

Thanks. That is very helpful.
Apr 24, 2021 5:39 PM
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KManApr 24, 2021 5:39 PM
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Quote from TenseDeer723 :
You ever heard of a warranty
Besides the point. At 300ft-lb it's not quite powerful enough for the toughest fasteners and never was. Even if I got it replaced, it wouldn't be enough for some tasks. Plus it's a Craftsman. Not the newer Lowes kind but the original Sears. Not sure they even honor those anymore or have any replacement stock left.
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Apr 24, 2021 5:41 PM
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Quote from ToolDealsFreak :
I just placed my order but did not receive any confirmation email, just a welcome message. Is that normal?
I just got my confirmation email, took about 4 hours from when I ordered.
Apr 24, 2021 5:42 PM
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KManApr 24, 2021 5:42 PM
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Quote from nohcho :
Unless you torque your lug nuts over 250 lbs (idk why you would unless you have a cat 10d or some shiiit) then yes its more then good enough for lug nuts
The need arises from when you take your car to have your wheels balanced or tires replaced. Many places use air impact wrenches to tighten lug nuts, and good luck getting them off by hand or with an impact wrench < 300ft-lb--especially if it's been a while and there's rust. A good breaker bar with cheater usually works, but that gets tiring if you're working on all 4 wheels. If you work on your car much, you need a 1/2" impact wrench.
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Apr 24, 2021 5:50 PM
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nohchoApr 24, 2021 5:50 PM
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Quote from KMan :
The need arises from when you take your car to have your wheels balanced or tires replaced. Many places use air impact wrenches to tighten lug nuts, and good luck getting them off by hand or with an impact wrench < 300ft-lb--especially if it's been a while and there's rust. A good breaker bar with cheater usually works, but that gets tiring if you're working on all 4 wheels. If you work on your car much, you need a 1/2" impact wrench.
Most passenger cars are specced to 80 lbs torque, even if some numbnuts at Les Shwab torgues them down to 200lbs youre still good my guy
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Apr 24, 2021 5:52 PM
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TenseDeer723Apr 24, 2021 5:52 PM
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Quote from KMan :
Besides the point. At 300ft-lb it's not quite powerful enough for the toughest fasteners and never was. Even if I got it replaced, it wouldn't be enough for some tasks. Plus it's a Craftsman. Not the newer Lowes kind but the original Sears. Not sure they even honor those anymore or have any replacement stock left.
You ever heard of calling a 1800 number or asking someone at lowes to clarify a craftsman warranty question?
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Apr 24, 2021 6:31 PM
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JSaint828Apr 24, 2021 6:31 PM
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Quote from istolethisusername :
I have the m12 version mid torque stubby which is the same ft lbs as this. It has 4 modes, 1,2,3, and auto. Auto is the full power applied. I USUALLY torque my bolts to ~90 ft lbs. If I dont have my click torque wrench with me then I use my hands mostly to tighten and finish it with a light step. When I actually do it to 90ft lbs there no issue. When I do it the 2nd way it can be a little difficult. I just swapped my winter wheels and out of the 4 wheels, there was maybe 5 troublesome bolts that i had to use some mustard to get them loose.

TLDR; if they are tightened correctly you should have no issue
The auto mode is not full power. It only torques to 10 ft/lbs, not 90 or higher. This is to prevent over tightening for reassembly.
Last edited by JSaint828 April 24, 2021 at 12:06 PM.

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