Milwaukee M18 Fuel Compact Impact Wrench 1/2 Inch
- Item Torque: 20 ft-lb
- Head Style: Fixed Square
- Operation Mode: Battery
- Measurement Standard: SAE (Inch)
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact 18 volt Milwaukee impact tool with strong recent sales and a solid rating, best suited to routine fastening rather than heavy torque jobs.
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ASIN: B08VWDSKT6Model: M18 FUELCategory: Impact Drivers & Wrenches
Overview
An 18 volt impact tool from Milwaukee weighing 2.4 pounds, sized in the range of a compact impact driver rather than a heavy duty impact wrench.
Milwaukee's 18 volt line is widely used on job sites, and a 2.4 pound tool body fits the compact driver end of that range rather than the larger, heavier impact wrenches built for lug nuts and structural bolts. The listing does not specify torque output or chuck type, so exact capability is not confirmed here.
- 18 volt Milwaukee platform
- 2.4 pound item weight
Who it's for
Fits tradespeople and DIYers who need a compact, cordless driver for repeated fastening on the 18 volt Milwaukee platform. Not confirmed as the right choice for heavy automotive or structural bolt work, where a larger impact wrench is typically used.
Pros and cons
- Compact and light for repeated use
- Shares batteries with the 18 volt platform
- Strong recent purchase volume
- Torque output not specified
- Not sized for heavy bolt work
Performance notes
An impact mechanism delivers rotational hammer blows rather than steady torque, which lets a light 2.4 pound body drive fasteners that would otherwise stall a plain drill. Running on Milwaukee's 18 volt system also means it shares batteries with other tools in that line, which matters for anyone already invested in the platform.
Specifications
| Brand | MILWAUKEE |
|---|---|
| Model | M18 FUEL |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 2.4 poundslower than 60% of 184 impact drivers & wrenches |
| Item Length | 4.9 incheslower than 91% of 128 impact drivers & wrenches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Jaw Capacity | 0.5 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 18 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Red/Black |
| Finish Types | Polished |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Milwaukee Electric - M18 FUEL 1/2 COMPACT IMPACT W |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Manufacturer Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Item Torque | 20 ft-lblower than 97% of 116 impact drivers & wrenches |
| Head Style | Fixed Square |
| Operation Mode | Battery |
| Measurement Standard | SAE (Inch) |
| End Style | Socket End |
| Is Racheting | Yes |
| Is Non Sparking | No |
| Item Type Name | Milwaukee Electric - M18 FUEL 1/2 COMPACT IMPACT WRENCH W/ FRIC RING |
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Frequently asked questions
What voltage does this Milwaukee impact tool run on?
18 volts.
Does it share batteries with other Milwaukee tools?
Yes, it runs on Milwaukee's 18 volt platform.