Tools & Materials
Milwaukee - Milwaukee M12 2494-22 Drill and Impact Driver
Metal chuck
Dec 04, 2014
Durable
Drill test – 3/8-in. holes: 38
Drill test – 3/4-in. holes: 13
Driver test – 3-in. screws: 60
Driver test – 4-in. screws (inches driven): 2-15/16
Street price: $170
Batteries: 1.5 amp-hours
Identical to the Bosch and DeWalt in performance and features, the Milwaukee M12 tools missed out on a Best Value pick because of their added size and weight, and the single LED on the driver. Like its big brother (Fuel), the M12 drill has a metal chuck, an industrial feature that promises more durability.
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