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

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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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Milwaukee's M18 FUEL 30 degree framing nailer stands out for cordless framing convenience and strong driving power. It skips the compressor and hose, hot swaps batteries, and handles quick touch ups or occasional framing well. Depth adjustment is praised, and the tool has been used successfully on sheds, basement walls, and heavy DIY work with very few jams. The main concern is the internal gas system, which is not user replaceable and can fail outside warranty, and the tool is heavy enough to cause arm fatigue during all day use. A solid cordless option if you value portability over long term simplicity.

Common Questions (5)

  • Some units have run for years and even 100,000+ nails with no major change in performance, while others have failed after typical DIY use or outside warranty. The practical takeaway is that it can be very durable, but the internal gas system is a known wear point.

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  • Its main advantage is convenience: no compressor or hose, hot-swappable batteries, and strong depth control. Pneumatic nailers are lighter, and DeWalt's friction-drive design avoids an internal gas cylinder, so the better choice depends on whether portability or long-term serviceability matters more.

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  • It does not use a replaceable gas cartridge; it has an internal factory-charged gas cylinder/air tank that is not user-replaceable. If that charge fails, repair can require Milwaukee service rather than a simple cartridge swap.

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  • It is well suited to occasional framing, quick touch-ups, and jobs where dragging a hose is a hassle. For nonstop framing all day, the limited gas charge and heavier weight make a pneumatic nailer a better fit.

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  • Yes, it can be modified to run a 21-degree nail magazine with a small change to the nail holder, not the gun itself. That matters because 21-degree and 30-degree nails are not equally available in every region.

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Dec 4, 2025 8:22 PM
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CaptainSoulDec 4, 2025 8:22 PM
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Milwaukee makes the best battery operated nailers imo. I have this framing nailer, the 15 gauge, 18 gauge M12 and the stapler. I started off using Porter Cable, they were one of the first to do airless nailers. They are ramp up style nailers and eventually nails were jamming and not sinking. I also have a Dewalt pin nailer that works very well. I switched to Milwaukee after research and watching loads of YT vids and couldn't be happier. I'm a very active DIY'er so I use them frequently but not so often as someone in the trades. I framed a new shed and basement walls with this nailer and only had 1 jam from a bad strip. Absolute beast. The power of these are no joke and the depth adjustments are very good. Battery life is very good with all of them. This framing nailer is pretty heavy, so arm fatigue could be an issue if you are going at it all day. Very good deal for this nailer.
Dec 4, 2025 8:25 PM
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Joined Jan 2024
ZyzyzxDec 4, 2025 8:25 PM
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Quote from rKhayd View quoted comment :
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.
thanks for clarifying
Dec 4, 2025 8:26 PM
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Joined Nov 2003
jessieqwertDec 4, 2025 8:26 PM
238 Comments
Free battery too?
Dec 4, 2025 8:46 PM
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Joined May 2008
soundmaster31Dec 4, 2025 8:46 PM
443 Comments
Dead? Looks like they fixed the price to $429 with the buy one get one battery offer. Thats what i get for dilly dallying.
Dec 5, 2025 12:03 AM
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Joined Aug 2023
FabulousScent6272Dec 5, 2025 12:03 AM
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Quote from sixtyfive_ford View quoted comment :
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.
DeWalt framing gun is a turd compared to the Milwaukee. I have DeWalt, Milwaukee, flex and rigid. And Milwaukee stands out by far. I've shot 100k+ nails out of it. Still the same as day one
Dec 5, 2025 12:56 AM
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Joined May 2021
Glorn2Dec 5, 2025 12:56 AM
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I bought one of these after deciding to build my own house (I dont work in that trade, though I used to). It put the vast majority of nails in; maybe 5000 nails? Zero problems, very quiet compared to a compressor. Super efficient on battery. with a 2.0, you might have to battery swap once a day. Its nice when you don't need a 12.0 to make it through a whole day. I got it on sale for this price a couple of years ago; with the extended magazine (separate).

I think it would be worth buying if you were planning to build your own shed (Compared to hand-nailing). If you build something every couple of years, it is a solid investment. It'll be worth its weight in time saved.
Dec 5, 2025 2:02 AM
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Joined Jul 2013
ScottS3662Dec 5, 2025 2:02 AM
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Quote from rKhayd View quoted comment :
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.
Interesting. I was thinking about buying this to go along with a 21 degree Ridgid. The Ridgid (made by the same company) lost some pressure in the cylinder and started not fully sinking nails. I was able to open an access point and recharge it myself. You saved me from buying this.

As for pneumatic vs battery, I disagree with "easier to handle". I've used both and yes the pneumatic is lighter and a little smaller, but I really can't stand the hose. To each their own, but I really love my battery nailer.

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Dec 5, 2025 2:26 AM
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clubbaDec 5, 2025 2:26 AM
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Quote from NeverSummer07 View quoted comment :
Good to know. I was going to pull the trigger.
The gas canister is supposed to last 40,000 nails. You can also refill them with a high pressure bike pump or nitrogen refrigeration canister. You just need to be able to get it up north of 200psi. There's videos on youtube.
Dec 5, 2025 2:27 AM
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clubbaDec 5, 2025 2:27 AM
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Quote from rKhayd View quoted comment :
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.
They don't want you to, but you can refill them yourself. There's videos on youtube. You just need a pump capable of >200psi.
Dec 5, 2025 4:34 PM
32 Comments
Joined May 2013
fatbird3Dec 5, 2025 4:34 PM
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Quote from sixtyfive_ford View quoted comment :
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.
FLEX and Hitachi make refill kits that allow you to pressurize the air cylinder in their nailers.

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