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Milwaukee M18 FUEL Mid-Torque 3/8” Impact Wrench (Tool Only)

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Synergy via Amazon has Milwaukee M18 FUEL Mid-Torque 3/8" Impact Wrench (Tool Only, 2960-20) on sale for $146. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member FairStraw7272 for finding this deal.

Product Details:
  • Best power to weight ratio is offered as the tool provides 600 ft-lbs. of nut-busting torque at only 5.0 lbs. with a 5.0Ah battery.
  • 6.0" in length provides most access in tight spaces
  • Tri-LEDs deliver high definition lighting to increase workspace visibility with less shadows
  • 4-Mode DRIVE CONTROL provides greater control over output speed and power. Includes auto shut-off and bolt-removal mode
    • Auto shut-off mode prevents over tightening and increases productivity by applying no more than 35 ft-lbs. of torque.
    • Bolt-removal mode offers more control after bolt breakaway as RPMs drastically slow down once the bolt is loosened.

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  • About this product:
    • 4.8 out of 5 stars rating at Amazon based on over 680 customer reviews
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    • Seller Synergy has an 83% positive rating in the last 12 months with over 8610 lifetime feedback.
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Synergy via Amazon has Milwaukee M18 FUEL Mid-Torque 3/8" Impact Wrench (Tool Only, 2960-20) on sale for $146. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member FairStraw7272 for finding this deal.

Product Details:
  • Best power to weight ratio is offered as the tool provides 600 ft-lbs. of nut-busting torque at only 5.0 lbs. with a 5.0Ah battery.
  • 6.0" in length provides most access in tight spaces
  • Tri-LEDs deliver high definition lighting to increase workspace visibility with less shadows
  • 4-Mode DRIVE CONTROL provides greater control over output speed and power. Includes auto shut-off and bolt-removal mode
    • Auto shut-off mode prevents over tightening and increases productivity by applying no more than 35 ft-lbs. of torque.
    • Bolt-removal mode offers more control after bolt breakaway as RPMs drastically slow down once the bolt is loosened.

Editor's Notes

Written by SlickDealio
  • About this deal:
    • This offer is $20 less than the previous Frontpage Deal where this product was featured.
  • About this product:
    • 4.8 out of 5 stars rating at Amazon based on over 680 customer reviews
  • About this store:
    • Seller Synergy has an 83% positive rating in the last 12 months with over 8610 lifetime feedback.
    • Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
    • If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.
  • Additional Note:
    • Please refer to the Forum Thread for additional discussion regarding this deal.

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razed by wolves
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I'm already in the Milwaukee ecosystem so bought this wrench last month for $149 and thought it was a screaming deal.

My use case is strictly homeowner working on his own cars or light assembly.

Reviews [youtube.com] show it breaking bolts torqued to 600/ft lbs so unless you're a heavy line mechanic or need to work on farm equipment the 3/8 has plenty of power, is lighter and gets into tighter spaces. Lug nuts on passenger cars and trucks should be no challenge.

If you don't get batteries free from work (heh) be sure to get the lighter, more powerful High Output CP3.0 [milwaukeetool.com] with 21,700 cells (defined by its 21mm x 70mm size.)

Here's the slightly overbearing VCG Construction [youtube.com] guy to explain why.
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KMan
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FWIW the M12 stubby goes for around the same, maybe a few bucks less, and is probably a better overall impact wrench than this for most DIY mechanics who only work on their own cars, because it's smaller and lighter, especially with batteries on, and you'll rarely come across a fastener that it can't handle, including lug and axle nuts and nearly all suspension fasteners. But for those times where it can't, and you don't feel like using a breaker bar with cheater pipe, then this would be a great backup wrench.

If you're only looking to do tire rotations, oil changes and the occasional brake pad/rotor replacement, then it doesn't really matter so might as well get this and be covered for basically all situations (on cars, not trucks). But if you're going to be doing a lot of wrenching, repairs, restoration, maintenance, etc., then you'll definitely appreciate and prefer the M12 stubby over this and basically anything. There's literally nothing out there of comparable power that's as small and light.
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Depends on which sockets you have more of. But 3/8" will usually be more common and are thinner sockets overall. Torque Test Channel also found that the M18 3/8" mid torque makes more torque than the 1/2" version.
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Mar 15, 2023 2:30 PM
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RelaxedPassenger942Mar 15, 2023 2:30 PM
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Quote from Mr.Greg View quoted comment :
Depends on which sockets you have more of. But 3/8" will usually be more common and are thinner sockets overall. Torque Test Channel also found that the M18 3/8" mid torque makes more torque than the 1/2" version.
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Mar 15, 2023 3:21 PM
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KingQ4712Mar 15, 2023 3:21 PM
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Is the seller legitimate? Not sold by Amazon, afraid if I order it won't be legitimate Milwaukee, a few sellers with low ratings selling at same price.
Mar 15, 2023 3:39 PM
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onefatsurferMar 15, 2023 3:39 PM
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Quote from KMan View quoted comment :
FWIW the M12 stubby goes for around the same, maybe a few bucks less, and is probably a better overall impact wrench than this for most DIY mechanics who only work on their own cars, because it's smaller and lighter, especially with batteries on, and you'll rarely come across a fastener that it can't handle, including lug and axle nuts and nearly all suspension fasteners. But for those times where it can't, and you don't feel like using a breaker bar with cheater pipe, then this would be a great backup wrench.

If you're only looking to do tire rotations, oil changes and the occasional brake pad/rotor replacement, then it doesn't really matter so might as well get this and be covered for basically all situations (on cars, not trucks). But if you're going to be doing a lot of wrenching, repairs, restoration, maintenance, etc., then you'll definitely appreciate and prefer the M12 stubby over this and basically anything. There's literally nothing out there of comparable power that's as small and light.
I agree with this wholeheartedly. The 3/8 stubby is an absolute game changer. I just stripped 2x mercruiser 350's in my garage and did all but like 2 bolts using my M12 stubby. The others wouldn't break free with my 1/2" Mac air gun and needed a massive breaker bar with cheater pipe. It may take a full second or two to break a tight lug nut free but the light weight and compact size more than makes up for that.
Mar 15, 2023 5:28 PM
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npoliteMar 15, 2023 5:28 PM
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Quote from KingQ4712 View quoted comment :
Is the seller legitimate? Not sold by Amazon, afraid if I order it won't be legitimate Milwaukee, a few sellers with low ratings selling at same price.

Fakespot gives the seller a caution
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Mar 15, 2023 6:28 PM
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Funkatron82Mar 15, 2023 6:28 PM
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I tried using the M12 Fuel Impact driver to loosen the nuts on my tire via adaptors and it wouldn't budge at all. Would this Impact Wrench far better ie have better torque?
Mar 15, 2023 6:49 PM
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Fire.brandMar 15, 2023 6:49 PM
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I just need something to break loose the sacrificial anode in my water heater; would this work / be an overkill?
Mar 15, 2023 7:00 PM
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xldyMar 15, 2023 7:00 PM
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Quote from Fire.brand View quoted comment :
I just need something to break loose the sacrificial anode in my water heater; would this work / be an overkill?
Definitely overkill. M12 stubby loosened my rheem factory fastened anode within half sec.

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Quote from SkillfulStraw8471 View quoted comment :
I tried using the M12 Fuel Impact driver to loosen the nuts on my tire via adaptors and it wouldn't budge at all. Would this Impact Wrench far better ie have better torque?
M12 Fuel Impact Driver has 1,200inlbs of torque, that's 100ftlbs...
this Impact Wrench has 600ftlbs of torque...

yes, the Impact Wrench is 6x stronger and meant for the job you're trying to do, the Impact Driver is not.
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Mar 15, 2023 7:39 PM
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callmemawMar 15, 2023 7:39 PM
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Quote from Fire.brand View quoted comment :
I just need something to break loose the sacrificial anode in my water heater; would this work / be an overkill?
Wouldn't the impacting potentially crack the glass lining of the tank interior and therefore expose the steel to water, ie. more rust? I think heat and breaker bar would be better.
Mar 15, 2023 8:18 PM
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nineheadMar 15, 2023 8:18 PM
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Well, after I read the review video clips from Torque Test Channel with the links below, I decided to skip and be happy with my $99 home depot ryobi 1/2 + 3/8 + battery/charger kit. The Ryobi 1/2 can provide 375 ft-lbs and this one can only add 75 @ 451 ft-lbs...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nv0YRvjS2cc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_...RpY&t=619s
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Mar 15, 2023 8:35 PM
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budduzMar 15, 2023 8:35 PM
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Quote from gzhen View quoted comment :
Can this do lug nuts over the 1/2?

Nvm delete, 1/2 in is better for lugnuts
This will work for most lug nuts as long as they were torqued on properly the last time they were installed. They may not get off big truck lug nuts but worked fine on my jeep nuts that are torqued to 110lbs. It's a good impact. The bigger 1/2" impact (not the 2960 w a 1/2", but the bigger impact) can overtighten lugs if you don't have it on a lower setting - it's also a good tool. This 2960 in 3/8 is more versatile imo than the bigger 1/2" impact, but really depends on the tools you usually use/already have.
Mar 15, 2023 8:43 PM
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CaptainHook70Mar 15, 2023 8:43 PM
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Sorry, this is not very slick unless you only buy tools from Amazon or Home Depot.
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Mar 15, 2023 8:45 PM
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trkndude299Mar 15, 2023 8:45 PM
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Quote from callmemaw View quoted comment :
Wouldn't the impacting potentially crack the glass lining of the tank interior and therefore expose the steel to water, ie. more rust? I think heat and breaker bar would be better.
This is just what I was thinking.
That, and the chamfer on my breaker bar and socket wouldn't let me get a good bite on the nut so I ended up going to a plumbing supply store and getting a socket specifically for a heater element.
Mar 15, 2023 8:52 PM
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trkndude299Mar 15, 2023 8:52 PM
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Quote from SkillfulStraw8471 View quoted comment :
I tried using the M12 Fuel Impact driver to loosen the nuts on my tire via adaptors and it wouldn't budge at all. Would this Impact Wrench far better ie have better torque?
You used the wrong tool for the job. I know there are people out there saying that you can use an Impact Driver to do work on vehicles, but it's not what it was designed for.
Someone else posted the torque specs, and that tells you how different the tools are.
This Impact Wrench is what you needed. (actually, probably can make do with the M12 stubby)
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Quote from CaptainHook70 View quoted comment :
Sorry, this is not very slick unless you only buy tools from Amazon or Home Depot.
Link me a better price please
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