M18 FUEL 18" Hedge Trimmer
Battery answer
Every reviewed M18 pack powers SKU 3001-20 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 · Hedge Trimmers · SKU 3001-20 · 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.”
Tool specifications and manufacturer claims
Basic tool facts
| Weight, bare tool | 7 lb |
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Specification sources (1)
- Milwaukee Tool — manufacturer page, retrieved 2026-07-31
Full specifications
As published by Milwaukee for SKU 3001-20, read 2026-07-31. Values are quoted in their units, not reformatted.
| Height | 7.5 in |
|---|---|
| Length | 36.5 in |
| Width | 8 in |
| Branding | Badge: FUEL · Tool: FUEL |
| Blade Length | 18 in |
| Blade Material | Forged Steel |
| Colors | Black · Red |
| Cut Capacity | 0.75 in |
| FUEL | Yes |
| Material | Forged Steel |
| Number of Pieces Included | 1 |
| Rust Resistant | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 Year Limited Warranty |
What Milwaukee says about it
- Cut capacity: 3/4 in.
- Strokes per minute: 3,400
- All metal gear case
- Hardened steel blades cut branches up to 3/4 in. thick
- Blade Tip Guard
- Professional Ergonomics
- Part of the M18 System, Featuring over 200 solutions
- Power to Cut 3/4" Branches
- Cuts up to 30% Faster
- Up to 2 Hours Per Charge
Manufacturer marketing copy, reproduced so you can judge it. We have not tested these claims.