The M18 FUEL is the drill professionals and serious DIYers reach for first. Brushless motor, 500 in-lbs max torque, and a 5-year warranty make it the most capable 18V drill you can buy.
If you're going to invest in one drill that lasts a decade, this is it. Milwaukee's FUEL line is what tradespeople actually use daily — the brushless motor and build quality are in a different league from budget options.
“I upgraded my impact to the fuel this spring...best decision I've made. It's lighter, smaller, more power, and insane battery life.”
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“As a contractor and tradesman over the last 40 years I started with the Makita 9.6 volt stuff then moved to DeWalt and finally ended up with Milwaukee about 15 years ago with their V18 series. I currently own about 50 Milwaukee M18 and M12 tools and couldn't be happier.”
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“Milwaukee has a lot of power in their motors and more niche tools than Dewalt. I love Milwaukee, but for a starter and nothing super specific, I would recommend Dewalt.”
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“At 500 inch pounds, no other drill has a higher maximum torque rating. It crushed the competition in our high-torque tests, completing 20% more bored holes than the second-place finisher.”
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“If you're looking to take on tougher projects, or you want an impact wrench that you'll be able to pass on to the grandkids, the M18 is worth a look.”
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