M18 FUEL 1" SDS Plus Rotary Hammer
Battery answer
Every reviewed M18 pack powers SKU 2912-20 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 · Rotary Hammers · SKU 2912-20 · 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 FUEL 1" SDS Plus Rotary Hammer Kit (2912-22)
| Qty | Component | SKU |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | M18 FUEL 1" SDS Plus Rotary Hammer | 2912-20 |
| 2 | M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT XC6.0 Battery Pack | 48-11-1865 |
| 1 | M18 & M12 Rapid Charger | 48-59-1808 |
Battery capacity in the box: 12.0 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 2912-22 (1)
- Milwaukee Tool — manufacturer page, retrieved 2026-07-31
Tool specifications and manufacturer claims
Basic tool facts
| Brushless | Yes |
|---|---|
| Weight, bare tool | 6.8 lb |
Specification sources (1)
- Milwaukee Tool — manufacturer page, retrieved 2026-07-31
Full specifications
As published by Milwaukee for SKU 2912-20, read 2026-07-31. Values are quoted in their units, not reformatted.
| Height | 9 in |
|---|---|
| Length | 11.5 in |
| Width | 4.25 in |
| AUTO STOP | Yes |
| Branding | Badge: FUEL · Tool: FUEL |
| Brushless Motor | Yes |
| Chuck Size | 1 in |
| Chuck Type | SDS Plus |
| Colors | Black · Red |
| FUEL | Yes |
| Handle Type | Drop Motor |
| Motor Type | POWERSTATE Brushless |
| Number of Pieces Included | 1 |
| ONE-KEY Enabled | No |
| Switch Type | Trigger |
| VACLINK Compatible | No |
| Variable Speed | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 Year Limited Warranty |
| Weight w/Batteries | 6.8 lb |
What Milwaukee says about it
- POWERSTATE Brushless Motor: Provides 2 ft-lbs of impact energy, 1,330 RPM, and 4,800 BPM
- The M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT XC6.0 Battery Pack provides 50% more power and runs 50% cooler vs M18 REDLITHIUM XC battery packs
- REDLINK PLUS Intelligence: Integrates full-circle communication between tool, battery and charger to protect from overloading, overheating, and over-discharging
- Fastest drilling rotary hammer in class
- AUTOSTOP Kickback Control enhances safety by electronically sensing a tool bind-up and shutting the tool off
- With the M18 REDLITHIUM HIGHOUTPUT 6.0 Battery, the M18 FUEL 1" SDS Plus Rotary Hammer can deliver up to 125 holes of runtime of 3/8" x 2" holes
- AVS Anti-Vibration System: Minimizes vibration for maximum comfort
- 3 Mode: Rotary Hammer, Hammer Only, Rotary Only
Manufacturer marketing copy, reproduced so you can judge it. We have not tested these claims.