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Milwaukee 2962P-20 M18 FUEL Mid-Torque Impact Wrench

  • 650 ft-lb of nut-busting torque
  • 1/2 inch square drive with pin detent
  • 18 V M18 platform, bare tool
  • 4-mode drive control, auto shut-off at 35 ft-lb in mode 4
  • POWERSTATE brushless motor, tri-LED light
  • 6 inches long, 3 pounds per the spec table

Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A compact brushless mid-torque impact wrench for lug nuts and large bolts, sold as a bare tool. Battery and charger are separate, and the weight in the description disagrees with the spec table.

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ASIN: B0F2VZ9GHHModel: 2962P-20Category: Impact Wrenches

Overview

Milwaukee builds this impact wrench around a POWERSTATE brushless motor and a half inch square drive with a pin detent for sockets. A four-mode drive control and tri-LED ring around the anvil handle precision and visibility.

Torque is high for a compact body, and the short length reaches into tight spaces where larger wrenches would not fit. Mode four limits torque for hand-tight work and also slows once a fastener comes loose, which cuts dropped bolts. A battery is not included, and weight is listed two ways.

Who it's for

A technician who already owns M18 batteries gets high torque and fine control in a compact tool. Buyers who need maximum breakaway for stuck industrial fasteners, or who have no batteries, should look at a kit or a higher-torque class.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Brushless motor for strong output
  • Pin detent holds sockets
  • Four drive modes for control
  • Auto shut-off protects small fasteners
Cons
  • Bare tool, battery sold separately
  • Weight listed two ways
  • Mid-torque, not for the biggest bolts

Performance notes

The brushless motor and impact mechanism turn rotation into hammer blows, so output torque depends on battery charge and the mode selected. Mode four applies a torque limit for small fasteners and, after a bolt breaks free, reduces speed so the bolt does not drop. REDLINK PLUS electronics protect the tool from overload, overheating and deep battery discharge.

Specifications

BrandMilwaukee
Model2962P-20
Dimensions & fit
Item Length6 inches
Item weight3 pounds (spec table); 5.1 pounds (description)
Capacity & performance
Jaw Capacity0.5 inches (1/2 inch)
Power & efficiency
Voltage18 volts
Construction & materials
Material TypeMetal
ColorRed
Finish TypesBrushed
Other details
Head StyleSquare drive, pin detent
Item Torque650 ft-lb
Measurement StandardSAE
Set NameBare tool

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Frequently asked questions

How does the Milwaukee 2962P-20 protect itself from overheating?

The description says REDLINK PLUS Intelligence protects the tool against overloads, over-heating and over-discharge.

Does the Milwaukee 2962P-20 come with a battery?

No. It is a bare tool, and the description says the M18 REDLITHIUM battery pack is not included and fits M18 tools.

How much does the Milwaukee M18 FUEL impact wrench weigh?

The spec table says 3 pounds while the description says 5.1 lbs. The two figures disagree, so confirm with Milwaukee.

What does mode 4 do on this wrench?

Mode 4 applies no more than 35 ft-lb of torque for hand-tight fastening and uses Bolt Removal Control to slow down after a bolt loosens.