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Milwaukee introduced new cordless 18V outdoor power equipment late in 2016 with a fresh string trimmer, leaf blower, and hedge trimmer and they released all three in early 2017.

Milwaukee introduced new cordless 18V outdoor power equipment late in 2016 with a fresh string trimmer, leaf blower, and hedge trimmer and they released all three in early 2017. This marked the very first time Milwaukee created outdoor power equipment also it went right to their cordless 18V M18 line. All three new power equipment also came bundled with their yet new M18 HD 9.0 ah batteries that were the highest known capacity at the time. I?ve had a chance to try all three of the brand new Milwaukee outdoor power tools for almost a year now and this would be the first in a 3 part review where I try all three outdoor power tools starting with the Milwaukee M18 Fuel String trimmer, and followed up by the M18 Fuel Blower review next (browse the review by clicking here) and finally the M18 Fuel Hedge trimmer review last (browse the review by clicking here).


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ETHIC?S DISCLOSURE:

Milwaukee was kind enough to provide the M18 Fuel String Trimmer, Blower, and Hedge Trimmer at no cost for review. However much like all my reviews, I'm not paid, sponsored, or obligated to provide a positive review. This review is my opinion of the product based on my usage and knowledge and my review will reflect what I love and dislike about the said product. I am going to do my best to give you an unbiased review. Tool Craze cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information/specifications/features of any tool listed in this specific article. Manufacturer marketing claims may not always meet expectations. Tool Craze isn't responsible if products usually do not live up to claimed expectations. Please do your full research before buying any products. Tool Craze is an Amazon Associate and places paid links including those from other retailers that Tool Craze is an affiliate partner with. If you purchase something through a link on the Tool Craze site, Tool Craze may get a small share of the sale.


FEATURES AND SPECS:

Before we enter the hands on review, lets first take a look at the Milwaukee M18 Fuel String Trimmer?s features and specifications list.


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Looking at the M18 Fuel String Trimmer?s features, it clearly stands out of the 18V crowd with unusual specs for 18V. Considering the competitors brushless offerings in the 18V/20V category, Makita?s 18V brushless models top out at just under 12 inches for a cutting swath, it uses 0.080? line, and is a dual line trimmer with 3 speeds (XRU11Z). Considering Dewalt?s 20V brushless string trimmer (have a look at my full review here), it?s better spec?d than Makita?s with a larger 13 inch cutting swath and also uses 0.080? line, is really a dual line trimmer and has 2 speeds. Comparing the Milwaukee M18 Fuel string trimmer, it?s 14-16? cutting swath and capability to use larger beefier 0.095? line puts it in a different class or category than either Makita?s or Dewalt?s 18V/20V offerings. Both Dewalt and Makita models sell for $199 as kit?s with a 4ah battery (Makita) and 5ah battery Dewalt which put them at a lower price point than Milwaukee?s string trimmer in a kit form. If you are searching for the low priced 18V/20V string trimmer, it could appear that the Dewalt and Makita models offer a better value initially since they give you everything you need to get started for a complete $100 less than Milwaukee?s offering as a kit but you have to remember that not only does Milwaukee offer a far better spec?d tool, it provides a much bigger 9.0ah battery. Basically you?re obtaining a much larger gas tank to go along with your tool and Milwaukee also throws within their upgraded rapid charger which cuts charging time nearly in two in comparison to their stock charger. When compared to Dewalt charger included with their string trimmer, this is the big upgrade however comparing the Milwaukee rapid charger to Makita? https://www.protoolreviews.com/tools/outdoor-equipment/milwaukee-m18-fuel-string-trimmer-review/28409 s stock fast charger is about equal when it comes to charging speed since Makita has had fast chargers since day one.


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