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Milwaukee M18 2848-20 Inflator

  • 150 psi maximum pressure
  • 18 volts, lithium-ion, M18 connector
  • 36 inch hose
  • 7.7 pounds, 14.7 x 7 x 8.3 inch body
  • Manual operation mode
  • 5 year warranty

Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

An inflator for owners already invested in Milwaukee M18 batteries, with a long hose and a long warranty. The only listed item is the tool itself, so anyone new to M18 has to source a battery separately.

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ASIN: B0B1VHG484Model: 2848-20Category: Tire Air Compressors & Inflators

Overview

Powering this inflator takes a battery on the M18 connector, and a long hose reaches the tire valve from a plastic body. Operation mode is listed as manual, and the red housing carries the Milwaukee M18 name.

Owners of M18 tools get an inflator that shares their existing battery system, which removes a separate charger for tire work. The weight and body size are those of a workshop tool rather than a glovebox item. The listing names the inflator alone as the included component.

Who it's for

Job sites, shops and driveways where M18 packs are already charging are the natural setting. Drivers with no Milwaukee battery system face an extra purchase, and those wanting something compact for a trunk should look at a smaller cordless unit.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Runs on M18 lithium-ion batteries
  • Long hose for reach
  • Long warranty listed
  • High maximum pressure
Cons
  • Battery not listed as included
  • Heavy and bulky for a glovebox
  • Airflow rate missing from the specs
  • No automatic shut-off mentioned

Performance notes

Fill speed depends on the motor and on the battery pack in use, since all the power comes from the M18 pack. In manual mode the user ends the fill, so attention to the pressure matters more than with a preset unit. Hose length decides how close the body has to stand to the valve.

Where it stands among tire air compressors & inflators

  • #4 most-searched brand and model of the 11 tire air compressors & inflators lines we track (by search demand, not sales).

From the specs of the 39 tire air compressors & inflators we list; not a test result.

Specifications

BrandMilwaukee
Model2848-20
Dimensions & fit
Hose Length36 inches
Item weight7.7 pounds
Item Dimensions L x W x H14.7"L x 7"W x 8.3"H
Power & efficiency
Power SourceBattery Powered
Voltage18 volts
Battery typeLithium-Ion
Construction & materials
Material TypePlastic
ColorRed
Included components
Included ComponentsMilwaukee M18 Inflator 2848-20
Unit Count1 Count
Warranty & support
Warranty Description5 Years
Other details
Maximum Pressure150 psi
Connector typeM18 connector
Operation modeManual

Closest rivals on specs

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  • Item Weight 7.7 vs 3.2 pounds (+141%)
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  • Hose Length 36 vs 18 inches (+100%)
  • Voltage 18 vs 12 volts (+50%)
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  • Hose Length 36 vs 24 inches (+50%)
  • Item Weight 7.7 vs 2.2 pounds (+250%)
  • Voltage 18 vs 12 volts (+50%)
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Frequently asked questions

Which batteries work with the Milwaukee M18 Inflator 2848-20?

The connector type is listed as M18 connector, at 18 volts and lithium-ion. Specific battery models are not named in the listing.

Does the Milwaukee 2848-20 include a battery?

The only included component named is the inflator itself, so a battery and charger are not part of the listed contents.

Is the Milwaukee 2848-20 a plug-in air compressor?

No. The power source is listed as battery powered, run from an M18 pack rather than a wall outlet.