Milwaukee puts out tons of new products every year—often well over 100! It can be tough to track everything, so we’ll keep you up to date with the best new Milwaukee Tools as they’re announced.
Pipeline took place in August, giving us a sneak peek at more than 100 recent and upcoming products. Some of these aren’t coming out until well into next year, so we’re going to focus on what’s about to launch on this page. If you want to check out every single tool that was announced, take a look at our Milwaukee Pipeline 2023 page.
Keep your eyes open for even more new Milwaukee tools on our website, YouTube channel, Facebook page, and Instagram page.
Best New Milwaukee Tools: List View
- M18 and MX Fuel Forge Batteries – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - MX Fuel 14-Inch Cut Off Saw – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - MX Fuel Walk-Behind Concrete Trowels – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - M12 Fuel Insider Extended Reach Box Ratchets – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - RedLithium USB Bluetooth Jobsite Ear Buds – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - M18 Fuel Mid-Size Router – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - Next-Gen M18 Fuel 16-Gauge Straight Finish Nailer – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - Tap and Die Program – Buy the metric or SAE set from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - M18 Compact Brushless Drill and Impact Driver – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - Side-Slide Utility Knives – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - M18 Forced Air Propane Heater – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - Nitrus Carbide Oscillating Multi-Tool Blades – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - M12 Brushless Pruning Shears – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - M18 Force Logic 11T Dieless Latched Linear Utility Crimper – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - Made in the USA Cutting Pliers and Screwdrivers – Buy from Acme Tools
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Milwaukee Forge Batteries
Forging ahead with the latest battery technology, the M18 and MX Fuel lines are the recipients of the new Forge batteries.
For the M18 platform, there’s a 6.0Ah pack, and yes, it uses pouch cells. This is a first for Milwaukee and they tell us they’re getting the power of the 12.0Ah High Output pack in this much smaller battery. Additionally, it charges from 0% – 80% in just 15 minutes and offers the longer service life than any of Milwaukee’s previous lithium-ion batteries.
The MX Fuel line is upgrading as well, adding 8.0Ah and 12.0Ah Forge batteries to the line. These aren’t pouch cell packs, though. Instead, Milwaukee cracked the nut on a true tabless cylindrical design, opening up lower resistance that leads to higher performance, faster charging, and longer life.
For pricing, the M18 6.0 Forge is $199 (launches September), the MX Fuel Forge 8.0AH is $849 (launches October), and the MX Fuel Forge 12.0Ah is $1149 (launches November).
Milwaukee MX Fuel 14-Inch Cut Off Saw
The latest MX Fuel Cut Off Saw is a 14-inch model designed to match the performance of Pro-grade gas models in the same class.
Additionally, there are a couple of key safety features built in. RapidStop is the braking system, bringing a full-speed wheel to a complete stop in just three seconds. There’s also AutoStop that senses severe kickback and shuts the motor off.
Using an 8.0Ah Forge battery, you can expect to cut up to 14 feet of concrete at full depth or 120 cuts in #5 rebar. If you step up to the 12.0Ah Forge battery, you’re looking at 21 feet of linear concrete cutting or 180 cuts in #5 rebar.
Look for the new cut off saw to be at Milwaukee retailers beginning in September. It runs $1499 as a bare tool or $2999 with two 8.0Ah Forge batteries and a Super Charger.
Milwaukee MX Fuel Walk-Behind Concrete Trowels
In the category of “we didn’t see that coming”, Milwaukee launches a 36-inch concrete trowel and a 24-inch edging trowel as part of the MX Fuel line. These walk-behind models replace their gas counterparts and are perfect for scenarios where gas engines prevent issues due to emissions or noise.
Both trowels boast 5HP gas equivalent performance and while that may sound like it’s a runtime issue, the new Forge batteries have your back. Packed with 12.0Ah packs and an MX Fuel Super Charger, you’ll be able to work continuously as you cycle batteries.
The 24-inch Edging Trowel with two 12.0Ah Forge batteries and a Super Charger is $5999. The 36-inch Trowel comes with three 12.0Ah Forge batteries and a Super Charger for $7999.
Milwaukee M12 Fuel Insider Extended Reach Box Ratchet
Milwaukee cordless ratchets have been around for a while, seeing big improvements when they shifted to brushless motors and again when high-speed versions came out. Most recently, the design team turned its attention to access by creating the smallest head profile currently available.
Instead of popping on to a drive that sticks out the front, Insider sockets insert into the head, creating a profile that’s 3/4 of an inch shorter and opening up new areas of access.
On the performance side, these ratchets can deliver up to 60 ft-lbs of torque and reach speeds up to 350 RPM.
Launching in September, the bare tool is $199 and the kit with a 2.0Ah battery and charger is $299. There’s also a protective boot available for $29.99 and multiple options for both SAE and metric insider sockets are coming.
Milwaukee USB Bluetooth Jobsite Ear Buds
Among the new Milwaukee tools that were on our radar, the RedLithium USB Bluetooth Jobsite Ear Buds are on the docket for a September launch. Focusing on a combination of protection, situational awareness, and entertainment, they’re specifically designed for the needs of tradesmen and women on active jobsites.
There are multiple ear tips included, with the foam ones providing 25 NRR and the silicone tips offering 22 NRR. As you’re listening to your favorite music, podcast, or broadcast, turn on the Jobsite Aware function to reduce the volume of loud noises while still allowing for moderate levels from conversation and announcements to come through.
The RedLithium USB power source creates a larger case than most, but ensures you can get up to 70 hours worth of recharges from the ear buds.
Grab a set for $179.99.
Milwaukee M18 Fuel Mid-Size Router
We figure there would be a next level M18 Fuel router coming at some point. Even though the rumor mill has been quiet, the Milwaukee 2838-20 is due out in September 2023. This model fits in the 2.25 horsepower class with a top speed of 25,000 RPM. When you’re working 5/8-inch roundovers in softwood, the runtime is 225 linear feet on a 6.0Ah High Output battery.
All the features you expect on a Pro-grade router are present. A couple of accessories to keep your eyes on are a plunge base and an adapter that fits the router to Milwaukee’s track saw guide rails.
The bare tool is $349 and the kit is $599. The kit includes the router, fixed base, plunge base, M18 6.0Ah High Output battery, M18 and M12 rapid charger, contractor bag, 1/4-inch collet, 1/4-inch collet, template base, dust shroud, spindle wrench, and edge guide.
Milwaukee M18 Fuel 16-Gauge Straight Finish Nailer
We’ve been enjoying Milwaukee’s next-generation 15- and 16-gauge angled finish nailers for a while now, but a lot of folks have been wondering when the 16-gauge straight finish nailer is coming. The wait is over as of August 2023 and brings all the same great improvements we saw from the other finish nailers. Expect zero ramp up time, a more compact design with easier sightlines, and clean, consistent holes no matter what species or material you’re working with.
Look for the bare tool (3020-20) to run $329.
Milwaukee Tap and Die Sets
Milwaukee’s design team honed in on three areas of frustration with standard threading sets. First, they noted that the sizes are hard to read. Each black tap and die has a light-colored marking that makes it easy to read compared to typical etching.
Second, many sets require different handle sizes. Milwaukee created a single Hex-LOK handle to tackle both taps and dies across the entire size range. The chrome handle is just under 9 inches long with curved edges that are comfortable in your hand. A 1-inch hex interface holds the threading dies or the tap collet and requires no tools to install either.
Finally, there’s the breakage issue. Milwaukee doesn’t go into detail about the metallurgy in the accessories. However, we do know they specifically addressed the durability of the bits and finished them off with a black oxide coating.
Comprehensive 38-piece sets run $199.99 each.
Milwaukee M18 Compact Brushless Drill, Hammer Drill, and Impact Drivers
Milwaukee Compact Brushless tools have been out for a while, but the new drill, hammer drill, and impact drivers take the concept of “compact” very seriously. The drill drops 3/4 of an inch to measure just 5.7 inches long (5.8 inches for the hammer drill). The impact drivers are just 4.4 inches long and also much narrower with a 2.1-inch width. Look for these beginning in August 2023.
Pricing:
- 3601-20 Drill Bare Tool: $139
- 3601-22CT Drill Kit: $199
- 3602-20 Hammer Drill Bare Tool: $149
- 3602-22CT Hammer Drill Kit: $219
- 3650-20 Impact Driver Bare Tool: $139
- 3650-22 CT Impact Driver Kit: $199
- 3651-20 3-Speed Impact Driver Bare Tool: $149
- 3692-22CT Drill/Impact Driver Combo Kit: $239
Milwaukee Side-Slide Utility Knives
The big deal with Milwaukee’s latest utility knives is that they shift the slide to the side. With top slide designs, you can accidentally extend or retract the blade, and the side positioning helps eliminate that. Plus, they’re easy on your wallet. The full-size 48-22-1515 is $9.97 (available September 2023) and the compact 48-22-1516 is $8.97 (available now).
Milwaukee M18 Forced Air Propane Heater
Milwaukee is upping its winter game well ahead of its arrival with the 0801-20. This forced air propane heater tops out at an impressive 70,000 BTUs of heat. Even better, it’s capable of running on either AC power or using an M18 battery. A 5.0Ah battery can run the unit for up to 8 hours. Look for it at retailers this month with a $229 bare tool price.
Milwaukee Nitrus Carbide Oscillating Multi-Tool Blades
Nitrus Carbide is Milwaukee’s top blade line for Sawzall blades. Now, the technology comes to oscillating multi-tool blades with incredible results compared to other OMT blades currently available. There are two versions to look for. Extreme Materials blades are your go-to for everyday cutting when you’re not sure what’s behind the wood or drywall. Extreme Metal blades are your top choice for attacking metal head-on. Pricing is the same no matter which blade you want. Singles are $24.99, 3-packs run $49.99, and 5-packs cost $79.99.
Milwaukee M12 Brushless Pruning Shears
Tired of pruning hedges and shrubs manually? Milwaukee now has a cordless crimper for you! It operated on the M12 battery platform and has a brushless motor, but it’s not a Fuel-designated model. Operating up to 75% faster and with 75% less muscle force than manual pruners, the 2534 can make up to 1000 cuts on a 2.0Ah battery. Grab it for $199 as a bare tool or $249 as a kit.
Milwaukee M18 Force Logic 11T Dieless Latched Linear Utility Crimper
Dieless crimping is wonderfully convenient and Milwaukee’s Force Logic lineup welcomed the M18 11-ton model 2876 recently. It touts a lightweight, incredibly balanced design to reduce fatigue for linemen. It’s operable with one hand, has a 340° rotating head, and a large trigger makes multiple grip options feasible in either hand, even while wearing Class 3 gloves. This One-Key-enabled crimper runs $5299.99 as a kit.
Milwaukee Made in the USA Cutting Pliers and Screwdrivers
Milwaukee updated a large range of cutting pliers and screwdrivers which are all Made in the USA. The pliers have a focus on easier cutting, smoother operation, and higher durability. The screwdrivers target an even more precise fastener fit than before. More than two dozen individual pliers and screwdrivers came under the microscope in total.
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