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forum threadkylaris posted Today 05:14 PM
forum threadkylaris posted Today 05:14 PM

Milwaukee M18 FUEL Brushless 30 deg Framing Nailer Tool-Only 2745-20 $269.00

$269

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Brand Name:Milwaukee
Sub Brand: M18 FUEL
Product Type: Framing Nailer
Angle: 30 degree
Brand Name: Milwaukee
Collation Type: Paper Tape
Fastener Type: Framing Nails
Loading Type: Bottom
Maximum Fastener Size: 3.5 inch
Minimum Fastener Size: 2 inch
Model: 2745-20
Power Source: Battery Powered
Style: Brushless
Sub Brand: M18 FUEL
Warranty: 3 Year
Weight: 9.4 pound
Magazine Capacity: 51
Kit: No

I have been tracking this price for a while, and this is even cheaper than the price after homedepot hack.

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Brand Name:Milwaukee
Sub Brand: M18 FUEL
Product Type: Framing Nailer
Angle: 30 degree
Brand Name: Milwaukee
Collation Type: Paper Tape
Fastener Type: Framing Nails
Loading Type: Bottom
Maximum Fastener Size: 3.5 inch
Minimum Fastener Size: 2 inch
Model: 2745-20
Power Source: Battery Powered
Style: Brushless
Sub Brand: M18 FUEL
Warranty: 3 Year
Weight: 9.4 pound
Magazine Capacity: 51
Kit: No

I have been tracking this price for a while, and this is even cheaper than the price after homedepot hack.

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Today 05:19 PM
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rKhaydToday 05:19 PM
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It was great when it worked, but it is the only Milwaukee tool I regret buying. The gas cylinder inside is not rechargeable. So once it goes out (and it will), only Milwaukee can replace it. Mine went out outside of warranty period and Milwaukee wanted $250 to fix it. I went back to a pneumatic framing nailer, which is also considerably lighter and easier to handle.
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Today 05:36 PM
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ZyzyzxToday 05:36 PM
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Quote from rKhayd :
It was great when it worked, but it is the only Milwaukee tool I regret buying. The gas cylinder inside is not rechargeable. So once it goes out (and it will), only Milwaukee can replace it. Mine went out outside of warranty period and Milwaukee wanted $250 to fix it. I went back to a pneumatic framing nailer, which is also considerably lighter and easier to handle.
"No gas cartridge required"
Today 05:37 PM
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QnzkrewToday 05:37 PM
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I'm sure he is not talking about that gas cartridge.
Today 05:39 PM
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borodin1Today 05:39 PM
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Quote from rKhayd :
It was great when it worked, but it is the only Milwaukee tool I regret buying. The gas cylinder inside is not rechargeable. So once it goes out (and it will), only Milwaukee can replace it. Mine went out outside of warranty period and Milwaukee wanted $250 to fix it. I went back to a pneumatic framing nailer, which is also considerably lighter and easier to handle.
Tools break, especially with everyday use. Sure, pneumatic guns are lighter and probably more reliable but it's the price you pay for the convenience. Not having to roll out a compressor and a hose and being able to hot swap batteries when needed is what this gun is all about, not lightness or ease of use. 3-year warranty on this - my framers replace their pneumatic guns after couple years of use. And they all have one of these just to be able to quickly touch something up when everything is rolled up or when dragging hoses is a PIA. Time and a place for everything. I have a gas paslode that just keeps going but I'm seriously considering this, either when it drops under $200 or when the paslode finally breaks. YMMV.
Today 05:44 PM
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rKhaydToday 05:44 PM
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Quote from Zyzyzx :
"No gas cartridge required"
I mean that is correct, except it has an internal non-replaceable gas cylinder that is charged at the factory. Pretty much all non-cartridge cordless nailers use the same system.
Today 05:50 PM
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rKhaydToday 05:50 PM
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Quote from borodin1 :
Tools break, especially with everyday use. Sure, pneumatic guns are lighter and probably more reliable but it's the price you pay for the convenience. Not having to roll out a compressor and a hose and being able to hot swap batteries when needed is what this gun is all about, not lightness or ease of use. 3-year warranty on this - my framers replace their pneumatic guns after couple years of use. And they all have one of these just to be able to quickly touch something up when everything is rolled up or when dragging hoses is a PIA. Time and a place for everything. I have a gas paslode that just keeps going but I'm seriously considering this, either when it drops under $200 or when the paslode finally breaks. YMMV.
You make a good point, but unfortunately, mine went out with typical DIY usage. I've probably shot less than 3k nails through it while reframing windows and putting in new sheathing/siding at my house. My suggestion is to keep using Passlode until it dies. Those things are practically immortal.
Today 06:59 PM
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NeverSummer07Today 06:59 PM
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Quote from rKhayd :
It was great when it worked, but it is the only Milwaukee tool I regret buying. The gas cylinder inside is not rechargeable. So once it goes out (and it will), only Milwaukee can replace it. Mine went out outside of warranty period and Milwaukee wanted $250 to fix it. I went back to a pneumatic framing nailer, which is also considerably lighter and easier to handle.
Good to know. I was going to pull the trigger.

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Today 07:19 PM
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BigTonyTonesToday 07:19 PM
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So I'm confused does this have a cartridge inside or no ?
Today 07:19 PM
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CarlosG7283Today 07:19 PM
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Mine has been awesome. You can also switch it to the 21 degree nail mag with a little and I do mean little modification to the nail holder not the gun.
Today 07:19 PM
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sixtyfive_fordToday 07:19 PM
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All these internal pressurized nail guns are planned obsolescence to put it frankly. I own a lot of Milwaukee tools but this is probably one I would not. I learned 20 years ago not to be silly enough to lock yourself into one brand rather I use them all. Every manufacturer seems to do it a little bit different and I know DeWalt uses a friction drive with no internal gas cylinder. That's probably the one you want if you want to pick it up in 6-10 years from now and have it work. The annoyance with the friction drive is it seems to be a little slower ramping up but still very usable. A Paslode nailer makes the gas cylinder replaceable which is probably something Milwaukee should have done. I would probably buy the Milwaukee if it was a hundred bucks cheaper than this. With the expectations of selling it in Facebook in 2 and 1/2 years while it's still working.
Today 07:23 PM
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citrixmonkeyToday 07:23 PM
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This is gas cylinder thing exists only in this framing nailer model only? Does it exists in other Milwaukee cordless nailers? I have the Milwaukee Brad nailer and a 15 gauge and 18 gauge Finish nailer, all cordless.
Today 07:24 PM
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BlinkerbuddyToday 07:24 PM
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Quote from NeverSummer07 :
Good to know. I was going to pull the trigger.
Think he just got unlucky. I've had mine for about 4 years now. Professional use. I'm not a framer but I occasionally have to build walls or sister studs and mine is all l still going strong. Every battery nail gun deals with a limited life do to the gas charge so this isn't a tool for a framer to use non stop but in addition to a pneumatic for areas you don't want to drag a hose. Also great for people who do framing occasionally. Milwaukee makes the best battery nail gun aside from metabo. This is a great deal.
Today 07:25 PM
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jrbtToday 07:25 PM
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Amazing price for new, close to what I paid refurb.

EDIT: Correction, I got the 21 degree which isn't on sale. Make sure you know what nails (21 vs 30) are readily available in your region.
Last edited by jrbt December 4, 2025 at 12:27 PM.

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