# Milwaukee M18 and M12 drills compared Source: https://drillandbit.co.uk/best/milwaukee-m18-drills-compared Publisher: Drill and Bit. Picks are based on what the Amazon listings state, not on hands-on testing. Method: https://drillandbit.co.uk/how-we-pick Milwaukee splits its range into M18 for full size tools and M12 for compact ones, and within M18 the Fuel name marks the brushless, highest output models. The code suffix tells you what is in the box: -0 means body only, while numbers such as 402C or 502 show the battery count and size. This guide compares the Milwaukee drills currently listed in the UK, from the Fuel FPD2 and FPD3 percussion drills to the standard BPD and the M12 Fuel installation drill, plus the M18 Fuel SDS and impact driver many buyers add next. The BLPD2 named in our plan was not available in a listing that passed our checks. All M18 tools share the same batteries. Read the manual, use the side handle on high torque drills, and wear eye protection. ## Products ### 1. Milwaukee M18 FPD-3-0 18V M18 Li-Ion 1/2" Fuel Percussion Drill Body Only, Battery Powered, Red, 2000 RPM Type: Percussion (combi) drill; Max torque: 135 Nm; Motor: Brushless Fuel; Supplied as: Body only The FPD3 is Milwaukee's third generation M18 Fuel percussion drill with 135 Nm and 800 W, sold body only. Light for its power at a listed 1.45 kg. In its favour: - 135 Nm and up to 800 W from the Fuel brushless motor, according to the listing. - Two speed gearbox up to 2,000 rpm, with an LED on the foot. - 1.45 kg body only weight is listed, compact for a drill this strong. Good to know: - No battery or charger: you need M18 packs. - High torque drills can twist hard if a bit jams, so use the side handle. ### 2. Milwaukee M18FID2 18v M18 Fuel Impact Driver with 2 x 5Ah Batteries Max torque: 226 Nm; Max speed: 3,600 rpm; Length: 116 mm; In the box: Driver and 2 x 5.0 Ah batteries Milwaukee's M18 Fuel impact driver with 226 Nm, listed with two 5 Ah batteries. Short and very strong, it suits decking, framing and trade fixing. In its favour: - 226 Nm is the highest torque listed in this guide, for long screws and coach bolts. - At 116 mm long, the listing describes it as the most compact in its class. - Two 5.0 Ah batteries give long runtime between charges. Good to know: - A charger is not listed in the contents, so check whether you need to buy one. - So much torque can snap small screws; use the lowest setting for light work. ### 3. Milwaukee M18FPD2-0 18v Li-ion GEN3 Fuel Brushless Percussion Combi Drill 5Ah Max torque: 135 Nm; Batteries in box: 1 x 5.0 Ah; Charger: M12-18FC; Chuck: 13 mm; Speeds: Not stated Milwaukee's M18 Fuel percussion drill, listed with one M18B5 5 Ah battery and the M12-18FC charger. The highest torque here, for heavy boring and site work. In its favour: - 135 Nm of torque is the highest figure in this guide, useful for self feed bits and large hole saws. - Listing includes a 5 Ah M18 battery and a charger that also takes M12 packs. - The listing mentions a 3 year UK and EU warranty. Good to know: - Only one battery is listed, so you will wait for a recharge on long days unless you buy a second pack. - The model code ends in -0, which normally means body only; confirm the battery and charger with the seller before ordering. ### 4. Milwaukee M18FH-0 18v Cordless Fuel 26mm SDS Rotary Hammer Drill Body Only, Black Impact energy: 2.5 J; Concrete capacity: 26 mm; Modes: 4 modes; In the box: Body only, no box Milwaukee's M18 Fuel SDS plus rotary hammer with 2.5 J and four modes, supplied body only. A strong match for anyone already on M18 batteries. In its favour: - The listing states 2.5 J of impact energy and up to 26 mm in concrete. - Four operating modes are listed, covering drilling, hammer drilling and chiselling. - Brushless Fuel motor shares the large M18 battery range. Good to know: - Body only with no case, battery or charger. - The listing gives few details on vibration control or weight with a pack. ### 5. Milwaukee M12FDDXKIT-202X 12V 2x2.0Ah M12 Fuel 4in1 Drill Driver Kit Type: 12 V drill driver; Max torque: 34 Nm; Weight: Not stated; In the box: 2 x 2.0 Ah, charger, 4 heads A Milwaukee M12 Fuel installation drill driver with a removable chuck system and four heads, two 2 Ah batteries and a charger. Built for awkward fitting work. In its favour: - Four interchangeable heads, including offset and right angle style attachments, reach where other drills cannot. - Two speeds and up to 1,600 rpm are listed, with overload protection. - Two REDLITHIUM 2 Ah batteries and a charger come in the kit. Good to know: - There is no hammer mode, so it is not for drilling brick or block. - 34 Nm and a 10 mm chuck limit larger bits. ### 6. Milwaukee 4933443520 - M 18 bpd-402c 18V 4.0Ah Lithium 2 Speed 60Nm, Black Max torque: 60 Nm; Batteries in box: 4.0 Ah (count not stated); Charger: Included; Chuck: 13 mm; Speeds: 2 A compact Milwaukee M18 percussion drill sold with 4 Ah battery power and a charger. It gives access to the M18 platform for less outlay than the Fuel models. In its favour: - The listing gives two speeds, 0 to 450 and 0 to 1,800 rpm, plus 60 Nm of torque. - A 13 mm chuck and an impact rate of up to 28,800 per minute for masonry are listed. - The battery fits the wide M18 range, so you can add Milwaukee tools later. Good to know: - The listing does not say how many batteries come in the box; check before ordering. - Brushless motor is not mentioned, so expect less runtime per charge than Fuel drills. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.