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Milwaukee M18 FPD3-0: 135 Nm Fuel percussion drill, bare
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The M18 FPD3-0 is Milwaukee's Fuel percussion drill sold body only. It is for trades and heavy DIY users who already own M18 batteries and need a high torque combi drill for large bits, hole saws and masonry. What sets it apart in our Milwaukee comparison is that it matches the M18FPD2's 135 Nm in a bare tool listed at only 1.45 kg, so existing M18 owners pay for the drill and nothing more.
- Type
- Percussion (combi) drill
- Max torque
- 135 Nm
- Motor
- Brushless Fuel
- Supplied as
- Body only
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.
Our take
Listed performance
Milwaukee states 135 Nm maximum torque and up to 800 W from its Fuel brushless motor, which it says offers longer motor life, more run time and more power than brushed motors. A two speed gearbox reaches 2,000 rpm. Listed capacities are 16 cm in wood, which likely refers to self feed or auger bits, and 1/2 inch in metal.
The drill weighs 1.45 kg without a battery, which Milwaukee describes as compact and lightweight for tight spaces. An LED on the foot of the tool lights the work area.
Handling the torque
At 135 Nm, a jammed bit can wrench the drill hard. Use a side handle when running large bits, and pick the low gear for big holes and driving. The listing does not mention a clutch setting count or whether a side handle comes in the box, so check if you need one.
For small screws and delicate materials, a lighter drill driver may be easier to control.
M18 batteries
The drill works with all Milwaukee M18 lithium ion batteries, sold separately. A 5 Ah pack or larger will make the most of the Fuel motor in heavy boring. The listing's included components field mentions the M18FPD2, an older model name, so confirm you are receiving the FPD3.
Within the Milwaukee range
The M18FPD2 has the same 135 Nm and comes with one 5 Ah pack and a charger, the better choice if you have no batteries. The M18 BPD-402C is the standard 60 Nm M18 combi kit. Pair the FPD3 with the M18FID2 impact driver for heavy screws, or with the M18FH-0 SDS drill for frequent concrete work.
Verdict
Buy the M18 FPD3-0 if you already own M18 batteries and want a high torque Fuel combi drill at a light bare weight. If you need a battery and charger, the M18FPD2 kit is the simpler start, and light home users may find the M18 BPD-402C enough.
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Amazon listing title: Milwaukee M18 FPD-3-0 18V M18 Li-Ion 1/2" Fuel Percussion Drill Body Only, Battery Powered, Red, 2000 RPM