Milwaukee Tool 2997-22: Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2-Tool Hammer Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kits
The POWERSTATE Brushless motor delivers 1,200 in-lbs of torque and 2,000 RPMs providing fast drilling through demanding applications. At 6.9” in length this is the most compact drill in its class giving better access into tight spaces and reducing fatigue. The REDLINK PLUS intelligence ensures maximum performance and protects from overloads, heating or over-discharge. The REDLITHIUM XC5.0 Battery Pack delivers more work per charger and more work over the life of the pack than competitors. The all metal ratcheting chuck is the best in class by providing increased bit grip strength and corrosion resistance.
The POWERSTATE Brushless motor delivers 1,200 in-lbs of torque and 2,000 RPMs providing fast drilling through demanding applications. At 6.9” in length this is the most compact drill in its class giving better access into tight spaces and reducing fatigue. The REDLINK PLUS intelligence ensures maximum performance and protects from overloads, heating or over-discharge. The REDLITHIUM XC5.0 Battery Pack delivers more work per charger and more work over the life of the pack than competitors. The all metal ratcheting chuck is the best in class by providing increased bit grip strength and corrosion resistance.
The POWERSTATE Brushless motor delivers 1,200 in-lbs of torque and 2,000 RPMs providing fast drilling through demanding applications. At 6.9” in length this is the most compact drill in its class giving better access into tight spaces and reducing fatigue. The REDLINK PLUS intelligence ensures maximum performance and protects from overloads, heating or over-discharge. The REDLITHIUM XC5.0 Battery Pack delivers more work per charger and more work over the life of the pack than competitors. The all metal ratcheting chuck is the best in class by providing increased bit grip strength and corrosion resistance.
The POWERSTATE Brushless motor delivers 1,200 in-lbs of torque and 2,000 RPMs providing fast drilling through demanding applications. At 6.9” in length this is the most compact drill in its class giving better access into tight spaces and reducing fatigue. The REDLINK PLUS intelligence ensures maximum performance and protects from overloads, heating or over-discharge. The REDLITHIUM XC5.0 Battery Pack delivers more work per charger and more work over the life of the pack than competitors. The all metal ratcheting chuck is the best in class by providing increased bit grip strength and corrosion resistance.
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Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2 Tool Hammer Drill/Impact Driver Combo Kit - (2997-22)
Delivery between 16–20 Oct $41
Milwaukee Electric Tools 2997-22 Hammer Drill/Impact Driver Kit
Delivery $28.70
Milwaukee Electric Tools 2997-22 Hammer Drill/Impact Driver Kit
Delivery between 17–20 Oct $29
2997-22 Hammer Drill/Impact Driver Kit
Free delivery between 20–23 Oct
Milwaukee Electric Tools 2997-22 Hammer Drill/Impact Driver Kit
Free delivery between 20–23 Oct
originally posted on milwaukeetool.com
I decided to upgrade from my previous Milwaukee impact driver/hammer drill combo kit that I purchased many many years ago and those tools are still running no problem. For starters this kit is totally awesome. The kit comes in a medium packout tool box with a M12/M18 batter charger and two 5.0 Extended Capacity batteries, an impact driver (2853-20), and hammer drill (2804-20). The packout tool box comes with a precut insert to nicely house each item in the kit. Being able to rack this tool box on my other packout tool boxes makes this kit an excellent choice.The hammer drill is a monster that delivers up to 1,200 lbs of torque which is plenty for all drilling applications that is appropriate for a hammer drill of this size. The drill can be set for standard every ... MoreI decided to upgrade from my previous Milwaukee impact driver/hammer drill combo kit that I purchased many many years ago and those tools are still running no problem. For starters this kit is totally awesome. The kit comes in a medium packout tool box with a M12/M18 batter charger and two 5.0 Extended Capacity batteries, an impact driver (2853-20), and hammer drill (2804-20). The packout tool box comes with a precut insert to nicely house each item in the kit. Being able to rack this tool box on my other packout tool boxes makes this kit an excellent choice.The hammer drill is a monster that delivers up to 1,200 lbs of torque which is plenty for all drilling applications that is appropriate for a hammer drill of this size. The drill can be set for standard every day drilling or to hammer drilling for punching into masonry. The overall length and weight of this hammer drill is shorter and lighter than my non brushless hammer drill so in terms of overall dimensions and specs there is no comparison. It comes with a belt clip for easy access while you work with your hands and also a bit holder.The impact driver is also a monster in terms of power, especially for it’s compact size. It can deliver up to 2,000 lbs of torque for more demanding work. The compact size allows for easy access into tight spaces. There are three speed settings on the impact that you can choose from to give you better control of the tool while using. This also comes with a belt clip for easy access and a bit holder.For me I generally like to test how strong my drivers are by trying to drive in a 10” lag screw into a tree trunk. I do not ever see myself needing to have more power with an impact as I have other tools for those jobs. I do not like to over work my tools when I have bigger tools for bigger jobs. The impact sunk the lag screw in 6” before snapping the screw in about 11 seconds. I would never use my impact for such an application, but this little impact driver has some serious torque. For the hammer drill I wanted to test it using a 12” x 1 1/8” masonry bit into 6” concrete. In the hammer drill mode, it took about 27 seconds to punch through. I would never punch holes that big with this drill, but knowing it can handle it for means anything smaller is easier.I have read many reviews on issues that people were having with the collet on the impact driver not holding onto the bit, I have yet to experience this issue for the year+ I have had this tool. The other issue was the trigger not responding randomly, and I have also not had this issue. The trigger issue was also said to be with the hammer drill but again no issue on my end.Overall phenomenal set to have in your arsenal. Milwaukee in my opinion is leading the market in technology and really catering to the everyday professional in the construction industry. This kit is worth every penny!!
originally posted on milwaukeetool.com
Milwaukee tools by far has proven to outlast Makita and Dewalt on the job site for me, working for the school district, taking apart, playgrounds and building playgrounds, doing landscaping and facility outside maintenance. Milwaukee destroys the competition, huge fan of the M18 battery series. Makita's best 5.0 battery is a joke compared to the M18. two days on the Milwaukee battery compared to four hours at best for the Makita. The hammer drills precise, trigger, and multiple setting's are a must have for tapping into sheet metal and steel pipes. The drill is lightweight, compact, and just cuts through everything I put it up against.Just purchased milwaukees cordless M18 mud drill. Can't wait to use it.
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The impact driver is surprisingly powerful, and it outperforms any other brands in the 18 or 20 volt class. The different settings on the touchpad are also extremely useful for when you are doing delicate work or need tons of power for driving long screws through hardwoods. As for the hammer drill, it also outperforms anything else in its class. The added side handle is very comfortable and i have considered shaping my own from wood or 3D printing. I also use the drill with an auger in the apring for planting bulbs and greenhouse vegetable starts. The drill handles hard packed soil with ease.The big box stores frequently run this combo qith a free tool. Now that i have owned these for a while, I wish they ran other promotions for free batteries or tools that were ... MoreThe impact driver is surprisingly powerful, and it outperforms any other brands in the 18 or 20 volt class. The different settings on the touchpad are also extremely useful for when you are doing delicate work or need tons of power for driving long screws through hardwoods. As for the hammer drill, it also outperforms anything else in its class. The added side handle is very comfortable and i have considered shaping my own from wood or 3D printing. I also use the drill with an auger in the apring for planting bulbs and greenhouse vegetable starts. The drill handles hard packed soil with ease.The big box stores frequently run this combo qith a free tool. Now that i have owned these for a while, I wish they ran other promotions for free batteries or tools that were not just this pair plus freebies.I own several tools in the M12 and M18 line-up, and my collection is always expanding. My M12 is what i travel the country with for electronics work, and I still use an M12 impact and drill purchased in 2013. Highly recommend FUEL tools instead of the plain brushless models.
| Power Source | Cordless, Battery |
| Number of Tools | 2 |
| Tool Components | Impact Driver, Hammer Drill |
| Battery Voltage | 18V |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion |
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2 Tool Hammer Drill/Impact Driver Combo Kit - (2997-22)
Delivery between 16–20 Oct $41
Milwaukee Electric Tools 2997-22 Hammer Drill/Impact Driver Kit
Delivery $28.70
Milwaukee Electric Tools 2997-22 Hammer Drill/Impact Driver Kit
Delivery between 17–20 Oct $29
2997-22 Hammer Drill/Impact Driver Kit
Free delivery between 20–23 Oct
Milwaukee Electric Tools 2997-22 Hammer Drill/Impact Driver Kit
Free delivery between 20–23 Oct
I decided to upgrade from my previous Milwaukee impact driver/hammer drill combo kit that I purchased many many years ago and those tools are still running no problem. For starters this kit is totally awesome. The kit comes in a medium packout tool box with a M12/M18 batter charger and two 5.0 Extended Capacity batteries, an impact driver (2853-20), and hammer drill (2804-20). The packout tool box comes with a precut insert to nicely house each item in the kit. Being able to rack this tool box on my other packout tool boxes makes this kit an excellent choice.The hammer drill is a monster that delivers up to 1,200 lbs of torque which is plenty for all drilling applications that is appropriate for a hammer drill of this size. The drill can be set for standard every ... MoreI decided to upgrade from my previous Milwaukee impact driver/hammer drill combo kit that I purchased many many years ago and those tools are still running no problem. For starters this kit is totally awesome. The kit comes in a medium packout tool box with a M12/M18 batter charger and two 5.0 Extended Capacity batteries, an impact driver (2853-20), and hammer drill (2804-20). The packout tool box comes with a precut insert to nicely house each item in the kit. Being able to rack this tool box on my other packout tool boxes makes this kit an excellent choice.The hammer drill is a monster that delivers up to 1,200 lbs of torque which is plenty for all drilling applications that is appropriate for a hammer drill of this size. The drill can be set for standard every day drilling or to hammer drilling for punching into masonry. The overall length and weight of this hammer drill is shorter and lighter than my non brushless hammer drill so in terms of overall dimensions and specs there is no comparison. It comes with a belt clip for easy access while you work with your hands and also a bit holder.The impact driver is also a monster in terms of power, especially for it’s compact size. It can deliver up to 2,000 lbs of torque for more demanding work. The compact size allows for easy access into tight spaces. There are three speed settings on the impact that you can choose from to give you better control of the tool while using. This also comes with a belt clip for easy access and a bit holder.For me I generally like to test how strong my drivers are by trying to drive in a 10” lag screw into a tree trunk. I do not ever see myself needing to have more power with an impact as I have other tools for those jobs. I do not like to over work my tools when I have bigger tools for bigger jobs. The impact sunk the lag screw in 6” before snapping the screw in about 11 seconds. I would never use my impact for such an application, but this little impact driver has some serious torque. For the hammer drill I wanted to test it using a 12” x 1 1/8” masonry bit into 6” concrete. In the hammer drill mode, it took about 27 seconds to punch through. I would never punch holes that big with this drill, but knowing it can handle it for means anything smaller is easier.I have read many reviews on issues that people were having with the collet on the impact driver not holding onto the bit, I have yet to experience this issue for the year+ I have had this tool. The other issue was the trigger not responding randomly, and I have also not had this issue. The trigger issue was also said to be with the hammer drill but again no issue on my end.Overall phenomenal set to have in your arsenal. Milwaukee in my opinion is leading the market in technology and really catering to the everyday professional in the construction industry. This kit is worth every penny!!
Milwaukee tools by far has proven to outlast Makita and Dewalt on the job site for me, working for the school district, taking apart, playgrounds and building playgrounds, doing landscaping and facility outside maintenance. Milwaukee destroys the competition, huge fan of the M18 battery series. Makita's best 5.0 battery is a joke compared to the M18. two days on the Milwaukee battery compared to four hours at best for the Makita. The hammer drills precise, trigger, and multiple setting's are a must have for tapping into sheet metal and steel pipes. The drill is lightweight, compact, and just cuts through everything I put it up against.Just purchased milwaukees cordless M18 mud drill. Can't wait to use it.
The impact driver is surprisingly powerful, and it outperforms any other brands in the 18 or 20 volt class. The different settings on the touchpad are also extremely useful for when you are doing delicate work or need tons of power for driving long screws through hardwoods. As for the hammer drill, it also outperforms anything else in its class. The added side handle is very comfortable and i have considered shaping my own from wood or 3D printing. I also use the drill with an auger in the apring for planting bulbs and greenhouse vegetable starts. The drill handles hard packed soil with ease.The big box stores frequently run this combo qith a free tool. Now that i have owned these for a while, I wish they ran other promotions for free batteries or tools that were ... MoreThe impact driver is surprisingly powerful, and it outperforms any other brands in the 18 or 20 volt class. The different settings on the touchpad are also extremely useful for when you are doing delicate work or need tons of power for driving long screws through hardwoods. As for the hammer drill, it also outperforms anything else in its class. The added side handle is very comfortable and i have considered shaping my own from wood or 3D printing. I also use the drill with an auger in the apring for planting bulbs and greenhouse vegetable starts. The drill handles hard packed soil with ease.The big box stores frequently run this combo qith a free tool. Now that i have owned these for a while, I wish they ran other promotions for free batteries or tools that were not just this pair plus freebies.I own several tools in the M12 and M18 line-up, and my collection is always expanding. My M12 is what i travel the country with for electronics work, and I still use an M12 impact and drill purchased in 2013. Highly recommend FUEL tools instead of the plain brushless models.
Not terrible but not great, The hammer drill is lacking in my opinion. Compared to my Dewalt cordless hammer drill this Milwaukee hammer drill is turning lower RPM and is in fact slower (when using a 5/32" masonry bit in block wall) Not really the biggest issue in my opinion. I do however have a large concern with the ability to dissipate heat from the drill, Using a 3/4" Auger style Flex bit through a 2x4 wooden top plate this drill got very hot very fast...This was on low speed. Again compared to my Brushless Dewalt which does not warm up any noticeable amount when given the same test. I suspect this heat issue will cause early failure of the hammer drill. Time will tell as I will continue to use it until its no longer functional. When comparing the impact drill ... MoreNot terrible but not great, The hammer drill is lacking in my opinion. Compared to my Dewalt cordless hammer drill this Milwaukee hammer drill is turning lower RPM and is in fact slower (when using a 5/32" masonry bit in block wall) Not really the biggest issue in my opinion. I do however have a large concern with the ability to dissipate heat from the drill, Using a 3/4" Auger style Flex bit through a 2x4 wooden top plate this drill got very hot very fast...This was on low speed. Again compared to my Brushless Dewalt which does not warm up any noticeable amount when given the same test. I suspect this heat issue will cause early failure of the hammer drill. Time will tell as I will continue to use it until its no longer functional. When comparing the impact drill to the Dewalt counterpart I feel the Milwaukee is superior in both its smaller size and driving speed. The hard case is a nice touch to help keep the tools organized and protected during transport. I will need to continue running this set before deciding if I will be expanding my collection to replace some of the 60V Dewalt tools I currently have in operation.
Works great smooth operation amazing torque and well built case is well built to protect tools as well. way more powerful than the other brand I have will definitely be buying more fuel products to replace my old tools. Very happy with the performance so far. Have been recommending to fellow tool enthusiasts that have not switched brands yet. Can’t wait to purchase more in the future glad I’ve switched.
I already own about ten other, different M18 Fuel Tools and transport them in my Milwaukee PackOut cases. My experience with Milwaukee is that they make tough stuff for both the DIY and the professional. Since they all use the same power source as well as the same charger everything is compatible with all things M18 Milwaukee (which offers over 150 tools). Some of the tools and accessories may have to be special ordered from The Home Depot, such as a dual input charger compatible with both a 110V household current as well as a 12V car/truck power supply, great for those jobs without available household power.This Milwaukee two tool cordless combo kit delivers 18-Volt cordless drilling and fastening. The two brushless cordless tools provide longer life as there are ... MoreI already own about ten other, different M18 Fuel Tools and transport them in my Milwaukee PackOut cases. My experience with Milwaukee is that they make tough stuff for both the DIY and the professional. Since they all use the same power source as well as the same charger everything is compatible with all things M18 Milwaukee (which offers over 150 tools). Some of the tools and accessories may have to be special ordered from The Home Depot, such as a dual input charger compatible with both a 110V household current as well as a 12V car/truck power supply, great for those jobs without available household power.This Milwaukee two tool cordless combo kit delivers 18-Volt cordless drilling and fastening. The two brushless cordless tools provide longer life as there are no internal 'brushes' to wear down. It includes a ½ in. hammer drill and ¼ in. impact driver. M18 FUEL battery is fully compatible with the entire Milwaukee M18 18-volt cordless system. With their warranty there is no worry about a bad battery from being charged too many times as there is a three year on the battery and a five year on the tool replacement guarantee.According to Milwaukee:Included is the M18 FUEL 1/2" Hammer Drill (2804-20) that delivers Up to 60% More Power, is Up To 1.5” Shorter and is Up To 2X Faster Under Heavy Load. At 1,200 in-lbs of torque and 6.9" in length it has the power for demanding applications and allows access into tight spaces. Also includes is the M18 FUEL 1/4" Hex Impact Driver (2853-20) which is the Fastest, Most Compact, and Most Powerful tool in its class. At 2,000 in-lbs of torque and 4.59" it increases user productivity for demanding fasteners and gives users more access to tight spaces. M18 FUEL features the most advanced cordless technology in the industry, a POWERSTATE Brushless Motor, REDLINK PLUS Intelligence and REDLITHIUM Battery Technology, resulting in longer motor life, longer run time and more power.2804-20 Hammer Drill: POWERSTATE brushless motor delivers up to 60% more power, is the most compact in its class at 6.9 inch in length, and provides up to 2X faster speed under heavy load.2804-20 Hammer Drill delivers up to 1,200 in-lbs of torque2853-20 Impact Driver Delivers up to 25% More Torque with up to 2,000 in-lbs to complete more demanding applications2853-20 Impact Driver: Most Compact Impact Driver at 4.59" in length providing more access in tight spacesREDLINK PLUS Intelligence: Ensures optimal performance and provides overload protection to prevent damage to the tool and battery during heavy applications while still maintaining compatibility across the entire M18 System.REDLITHIUM XC 5.0 Ah Battery Pack: Delivers more work per charge and more work over the life of the pack than competitorsCompatible with all M18 Batteries and Tools5 year tool and 3 year battery warrantyIncludes:(1) M18 FUEL 1/2" Hammer Drill (2804-20), (1) M18 FUEL 1/4" Hex Impact Driver (2853-20), (2) M18 REDLITHIUM XC5.0 Battery, (1) M18 & M12 Multi-Voltage Charger, (1) Side Handle, (2) Belt Clip, (2) Bit Holder, (1) Carrying Case
I have been buying cordless drill-drivers for a couple decades. I've tried Black & Decker, DeWalt, Makita, Bosch, Hitachi and Ryobi brands in models ranging from 7.2 to 18 volts. For the past ten or fifteen years I've been a big fan of Ryobi's 18-Volt One+ tools and I own one or more of just about every One+ tool they make. I like Ryobi because they stayed with the same battery form-factor when they upgraded from Ni-Cad to Lithium Ion batteries and they made their battery chargers backwards compatible with the older technology. That means I can use my 15 year-old blue Ryobi drill-driver with the latest One+ 18-volt Lithium Ion batteries.All that said, I'm very impressed with this Milwaukee M18 Fuel Cordless Hammer Drill & Impact Driver combo kit. I have similar ... MoreI have been buying cordless drill-drivers for a couple decades. I've tried Black & Decker, DeWalt, Makita, Bosch, Hitachi and Ryobi brands in models ranging from 7.2 to 18 volts. For the past ten or fifteen years I've been a big fan of Ryobi's 18-Volt One+ tools and I own one or more of just about every One+ tool they make. I like Ryobi because they stayed with the same battery form-factor when they upgraded from Ni-Cad to Lithium Ion batteries and they made their battery chargers backwards compatible with the older technology. That means I can use my 15 year-old blue Ryobi drill-driver with the latest One+ 18-volt Lithium Ion batteries.All that said, I'm very impressed with this Milwaukee M18 Fuel Cordless Hammer Drill & Impact Driver combo kit. I have similar tools in my Ryobi collection, but these Milwaukee tools are more compact and run longer on a single battery charge. My Ryobi Lithium Ion batteries are rated at 4 Amp Hours while these smaller Milwaukee M18 Fuel batteries are 5 Amp Hour. Both of the tools -- the hammer drill and the impact driver feel really solidly built and worked flawlessly right out of the case. Speaking of which, they come packaged in a very nice durable plastic case with a place for everything and everything in its place. The impact driver weighs about 6 ounces less than my larger Ryobi impact driver and the shorter depth makes it easier to fit inot tight spaces.I had never used a cordless impact driver before about 1-1/2 years ago when I bought this Ryobi as part of a multi-tool promotion. I quickly learned to love it for removing and driving screws in just about any material. The Milwaukee impact driver does the same work in less space and feels even more powerful than the Ryobi.I don't have a Ryobi cordless hammer drill to compare directly to this Milwaukee M18 Fuel Hammer Drill. My other Bosch and Quantum hammer drills are both corded models that weigh a ton. However, comparing this to my regular Ryobi drill-driver it is 9 ounces heavier at 4 lbs 13 ounces without the extra side handle which adds another 10-1/2 ounces to the tool's weight. The side handle clamps securely to the area behind the torque selector collar -- it looks like it might not be strong enough for some serious hammer-drilling, but it is surprisingly solid once attached and the hammer action of this hammer drill is very subtle compared to my other hammer drills. Still it made quick work of smoothly drilling a 1/2 -inch hole clear through a 4x4 inch post.The Model 48-59-1812 battery charger included with this combo set is a bit larger than my Ryobi dual-energy chargers but it includes a separate bay for charging the older M12 battery packs. Since I don't own any M12 battery packs, I think I would have preferred one of the smaller single form-factor chargers. The kit includes two 5 Amp Hour M18 Fuel battery packs so you never need to run out of charge to run these beauties. This is a very nice and useful combination tool kit -- a bit higher priced than I'm used to paying for the Ryobi products, but worth it if you need the extra power and more compact size of the Milwaukee M18 Fuel tools.
I have delayed a bit on writing this review of the Milwaukee 2997-22 Combo set in order to have sufficient hands-on experience with the tools to offer information that is more than just a first impression of a new tool.I have owned and used many cordless and corded drills throughout the years, and I must say that this 2804 hammer drill is at least as powerful and fast as any corded drill and better than other cordless drills that I have used. The drill has absolutely enormous torque, that will “rip your arm off” if you let it. Drilling and hammer drilling are super-fast, even through dense and hard materials. Hammer drilling into poured concrete using large 3/8” and 1/2” by 12” masonry bits is like a hot knife through butter. With a masonry duplex bit for setting ... MoreI have delayed a bit on writing this review of the Milwaukee 2997-22 Combo set in order to have sufficient hands-on experience with the tools to offer information that is more than just a first impression of a new tool.I have owned and used many cordless and corded drills throughout the years, and I must say that this 2804 hammer drill is at least as powerful and fast as any corded drill and better than other cordless drills that I have used. The drill has absolutely enormous torque, that will “rip your arm off” if you let it. Drilling and hammer drilling are super-fast, even through dense and hard materials. Hammer drilling into poured concrete using large 3/8” and 1/2” by 12” masonry bits is like a hot knife through butter. With a masonry duplex bit for setting caulk-in anchors in concrete it is shockingly fast and easy. Using the drill as a driver is also very fast, and the clutch settings for the chuck are very easy to set accurately based on the fastener, material and desired torque on the set fastener. Much of this excellent drilling and driving is undoubtedly attributable to the extremely powerful, brushless motor. It is absolutely incredible, and almost shocking to have such a powerful and versatile drill in such a small form factor. This drill is definitely compact, which is a tremendous benefit when working in tight spaces. That this very compact drill delivers so much power is really remarkable. The high-speed gear range is very fast, and the low-speed gear range is really best for drilling through hard metals and for better speed control for some fastener driving operations (such as long lag screws into dense wood). Again, I find it incredible that such a compact and light drill is as powerful as this!The battery capacity is good, but it would probably be more convenient if the included battery charger could charge two batteries simultaneously. I really appreciate the battery test button with 4 LED bars on each of these lithium-ion batteries to show the remaining charge on the battery.I have read some critical reviews of this drill on Milwaukee’s own website, and I want to address them and offer my opinions regarding the criticisms written there. There are complaints that this drill runs hot, and that is true. When the drill is used heavily and/or for long periods the drill builds up heat. I have not experienced this with other cordless drills, but none of them were as small or as powerful as this drill, and I suspect that the heat is a product of such a powerful motor being constrained to such a small size. I have not found the heat to be a problem in using the drill; it does not slow down or lose power or stop running. I hope that running hot at times will not reduce the lifespan or reliability of the tool, long-term. It is far too soon to know. Others complained that the trigger sometimes sticks / hangs. I have also experienced this intermittently, where the trigger seems to be stuck when pressed, requiring jiggling of the trigger to free it up. I find this to be a very minor issue, albeit unexpected for a professional quality power tool. I also found (as did at least one other owner who posted) that the speed range selector slide switch on top of the drill housing is sometimes difficult to move (binding) between the two positions. I don’t know if this occasional annoyance is due to a poor design of the internal gear change lever which connects the plastic switch to the gearbox, or if it is due to the design of the plastic slide switch itself. Besides the complaint about the drill getting hot, the other apparently most common complaint is about the chuck wobbling. This too is a valid complaint. As I previously stated, I have owned and used many drills, and I have indeed experienced other drills with chucks that wobble. I have to assume that the chuck wobble on this model drill is resultant from a quality control shortcoming in the assembly process. The tolerances for chuck wobble appears to vary, but if it is too bad the results are oversized holes and great difficulty in driving fasteners (especially longer ones). As other users will also attest, the foregoing issues appear to be very common with this model drill. I checked both another new unit in the store, as well as the unit on display in the tool aisle, and both of them had the identical issues, as well. But for the foregoing, common issues, this drill is really a champ! The speed and torque ratings claimed by Milwaukee for this tool are about the best you will find, and based on my hands-on experience with this drill, I don’t doubt that they are true. This drill is all about p-o-w-e-r.The 2853 impact tool in this combo kit is also a champ and a powerhouse. This impact tool has four power/speed settings (electronically switched), which really accommodates every impact driving use ranging from driving small fasteners into sheet (gauge) metal, to driving large lag screws into very dense wood beams and columns. You can run it very slow, or very fast, as needed. It too is a remarkably powerful tool in a very small and light package. This tool is so compact, with such a short length, that it will work easily in very confined spaces.For both tools, most of the weight is in the batteries (IMHO); even so the tools are really very pleasant to handle and use for lengthy periods of time without complaint. They both have a rubber covering on the handles that provide for a very good grip and comfortable use. Both tools also have a bright LED light to illuminate your work, which is also great.In summary, both of these tools are very compact and lightweight, but are more powerful than any cordless tool that I have used. It is incredible that so much power is packed into such small tools!
I decided to buy this Milwaukee combo kit as a upgrade from my Harbor Freight - Bauer drill. Also this was paired with a free fuel reciprocating saw. I was going to go with a Milwaukee 7-piece kit but that kit come with left angle 6-1/2 circular saw and I wanted the 7-1/4 rear angle saw. The kit comes in a hard case tool box with hammer drill (2804-20), an impact driver (2853-20) and a M12/M18 batter charger and two 5.0 Extended Capacity batteries.The hammer drill is a monster that delivers up to 1,200 lbs of torque which is plenty for all drilling applications that is appropriate for a hammer drill of this size. The impact driver is also a monster in terms of power, especially for it’s compact size. It can deliver up to 2,000 lbs of torque for more demanding ... MoreI decided to buy this Milwaukee combo kit as a upgrade from my Harbor Freight - Bauer drill. Also this was paired with a free fuel reciprocating saw. I was going to go with a Milwaukee 7-piece kit but that kit come with left angle 6-1/2 circular saw and I wanted the 7-1/4 rear angle saw. The kit comes in a hard case tool box with hammer drill (2804-20), an impact driver (2853-20) and a M12/M18 batter charger and two 5.0 Extended Capacity batteries.The hammer drill is a monster that delivers up to 1,200 lbs of torque which is plenty for all drilling applications that is appropriate for a hammer drill of this size. The impact driver is also a monster in terms of power, especially for it’s compact size. It can deliver up to 2,000 lbs of torque for more demanding work. The compact size allows for easy access into tight spaces.Overall phenomenal set to have in your arsenal. Milwaukee in my opinion is leading the market in technology and really catering to the everyday professional in the construction industry. This kit is worth every penny!!
Light and powerful. Complete with case makes it a great deal because it keeps it safe and clean between jobs! Such an improvement from my 1991 issue drill from Milwaukee. The warranty should be much longer like the original tools. I big disappointment compared to the previous generations. I would pay for a proper long term warranty as we do not use the tool daily. I am sure the technician can tell the wear easily when it is opened for service and use that information.
| Power Source | Cordless, Battery |
| Number of Tools | 2 |
| Tool Components | Impact Driver, Hammer Drill |
| Battery Voltage | 18V |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion |
