M18 FUEL Deep Cut Band Saw
Battery answer
Every reviewed M18 pack powers SKU 2929-20 at full rated performance, with no battery-specific condition.
- Battery platform
- Milwaukee M18
- Packs required
- 1 pack
- 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 · Band Saws · SKU 2929-20 · 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 Deep Cut Band Saw Kit (2929-22)
| Qty | Component | SKU |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | M18 FUEL Deep Cut Band Saw | 2929-20 |
| 2 | M18 REDLITHIUM XC5.0 Extended Capacity Battery Pack | 48-11-1850 |
| 1 | M18 & M12 Rapid Charger | 48-59-1808 |
Battery capacity in the box: 10.0 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 2929-22 (1)
- Milwaukee Tool — manufacturer page, retrieved 2026-07-31
Tool specifications and manufacturer claims
Basic tool facts
| Brushless | Yes |
|---|---|
| Weight, bare tool | 10.5 lb |
Specification sources (1)
- Milwaukee Tool — manufacturer page, retrieved 2026-07-31
Full specifications
As published by Milwaukee for SKU 2929-20, read 2026-07-31. Values are quoted in their units, not reformatted.
| Height | 10.6 in |
|---|---|
| Length | 20.9 in |
| Width | 6.3 in |
| Branding | Badge: FUEL · Tool: FUEL |
| Blade Length | 44.875 in |
| Blade Material | Metal |
| Brushless Motor | Yes |
| Colors | Black · Silver · Red |
| FUEL | Yes |
| Handle Type | D-Handle |
| Charger | No |
| Material Application | General Purpose - Metal |
| Motor Type | Brushless |
| Number of Batteries Included | 0 |
| Number of Batteries Required | 1 |
| Number of Pieces Included | 1 |
| ONE-KEY Enabled | No |
| Variable Speed | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 Year Tool |
What Milwaukee says about it
- POWERSTATE Brushless Motor: Built for the M18 FUEL Deep Cut Band Saw delivers 550 SFPM to provide the power needed to compete on the toughest applications.
- Lightest Weight, Less Fatigue
- Faster Cuts: More work done.
- Up to 78 Cuts per charge: in 1-5/8" Unistrut.
- 5" x 5" Cut Capacity
- Cut-Brake: When selected, Automatic blade brake to reduce the risk of damage to sensitive materials near the cut.
- Integrated Rafter Hook
- Integrated Tether Attachment
- Tool Free Adjustable Shoe
- LED Worklight
- Variable Speed Trigger & Mode Select: Enhanced Control
Manufacturer marketing copy, reproduced so you can judge it. We have not tested these claims.