M18 Cordless 5/8" SDS Plus Rotary Hammer
Battery answer
Every reviewed M18 pack powers SKU 2612-20 at full rated performance, with no battery-specific condition.
- Battery platform
- Milwaukee M18
- Packs required
- Not published by Milwaukee
- 9 work without conditions.
Battery requirement sources (1)
- Milwaukee Tool — manufacturer page, retrieved 2026-07-31
Compare the reviewed packs See tool specifications and sources
Milwaukee · SDS Plus · SKU 2612-20 · Milwaukee source
Compare the reviewed M18 packs
| Battery | Capacity | Energy | Power level | Answer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48-11-1813 | 12 Ah | 216 Wh | PWR5 | Works |
| 48-11-1820 | 2 Ah | 36 Wh | not published | Works |
| 48-11-1828 | 3 Ah | 54 Wh | not published | Works |
| 48-11-1840 | 4 Ah | 72 Wh | not published | Works |
| 48-11-1850 | 5 Ah | 90 Wh | PWR2 | Works |
| 48-11-1850R | 5 Ah | 90 Wh | not published | Works |
| 48-11-1861 | 6 Ah | 108 Wh | PWR4 | Works |
| 48-11-1865 | 6 Ah | 108 Wh | PWR3 | Works |
| 48-11-1881 | 8 Ah | 144 Wh | PWR4 | Works |
Energy is capacity × nominal voltage — our arithmetic on Milwaukee’s figures, not a number they publish. It is the only honest way to compare packs across capacities. Power level is Milwaukee’s own PWR tier where they publish one.
Compatibility sources (1)
- Milwaukee Tool — manufacturer support, retrieved 2026-07-30“All M18 Batteries are compatible with M18 tools & chargers.”
Kit configurations
Ways Milwaukee sells this exact tool in a box. Contents are decomposed to manufacturer SKUs; non-SKU’d accessories — side handles, belt clips, cases — are omitted because they carry no compatibility meaning.
M18 Cordless 5/8" SDS Plus Rotary Hammer Kit (2612-21)
| Qty | Component | SKU |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | M18 Cordless 5/8" SDS Plus Rotary Hammer | 2612-20 |
| 1 | M18 & M12 Multi-Voltage Charger | 48-59-1812 |
| 1 | M18 REDLITHIUM XC Extended Capacity Battery | 48-11-1828 |
Battery capacity in the box: 3.0 Ah across 1 pack(s). This is the directly comparable capacity when weighing the kit against the bare tool plus packs.
Contents provenance: manufacturer claim; review completed 2026-07-31 by jon.
Contents sources for 2612-21 (1)
- Milwaukee Tool — manufacturer page, retrieved 2026-07-31
M18 Cordless 5/8" SDS Plus Rotary Hammer Kit (2612-22)
| Qty | Component | SKU |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | M18 Cordless 5/8" SDS Plus Rotary Hammer | 2612-20 |
| 1 | M18 & M12 Multi-Voltage Charger | 48-59-1812 |
| 2 | M18 REDLITHIUM XC Extended Capacity Battery | 48-11-1828 |
Battery capacity in the box: 6.0 Ah across 2 pack(s). This is the directly comparable capacity when weighing the kit against the bare tool plus packs.
Contents provenance: manufacturer claim; review completed 2026-07-31 by jon.
Contents sources for 2612-22 (1)
- Milwaukee Tool — manufacturer page, retrieved 2026-07-31
Tool specifications and manufacturer claims
Basic tool facts
| Brushless | No |
|---|---|
| Weight, bare tool | 5.5 lb |
Specification sources (1)
- Milwaukee Tool — manufacturer page, retrieved 2026-07-31
Full specifications
As published by Milwaukee for SKU 2612-20, read 2026-07-31. Values are quoted in their units, not reformatted.
| Height | 7.8 in |
|---|---|
| Length | 12 in |
| Width | 3 in |
| AUTO STOP | No |
| Branding | Badge: Not Applicable · Tool: Brushed |
| Brushless Motor | No |
| Chuck Size | 5/8 in |
| Chuck Type | SDS Plus |
| Colors | Black · Red |
| FUEL | No |
| Handle Type | Drop Motor |
| Material | Metal |
| Motor Type | Brushed |
| ONE-KEY Enabled | No |
| Switch Type | Trigger |
| VACLINK Compatible | No |
| Variable Speed | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 Year Limited Warranty |
What Milwaukee says about it
- 2-Mode operation: Choose rotary hammer or rotation only for added versatility
- LED light: Illuminates dark work spaces
- Powerful 18-volt motor: Delivers 0-1,300 RPM and 0-7,000 BPM
- REDLITHIUM Battery Technology: Superior pack construction, electronics, and performance deliver more work per charge and more work over pack life than any battery on the market
Manufacturer marketing copy, reproduced so you can judge it. We have not tested these claims.