Milwaukee FUEL Ratchet Specifications
M12 FUEL 1/4” Ratchet (2556-22) amzn.to/2yJXlAy
- 40 ft-lbs of torque
- 250 RPM
- 1/4" Ball Detent Anvil
- Length: 11.18”
- Weight: 2.34lbs
M12 FUEL 3/8” Ratchet (2557-22) amzn.to/2yIQgAj
- 55 ft-lbs of torque
- 200 RPM
- 3/8" Ball Detent Anvil
- Length: 11.84”
- Weight: 2.84lbs
M12 FUEL 1/2” Ratchet (2558-22) amzn.to/2AOC5uV
- 60ft-lbs of torque
- 175 RPM
- 1/2” Ball Detent Anvil
- Length: 12.50”
- Weight: 3.15lbs
Pneumatic Ratchet Replacement - Milwaukee has made M12 Ratchets since 2011, but with the introduction of the Milwaukee M12 FUEL Ratchets, they now offer the power and size to replace pneumatic ratchets. There is no doubt, our favorite tool in the Milwaukee M12 line is the ratchets, they are now improved for more torque, longer runtime and longer motor life. The largest model, the 1/2" ratchet delivers 60ft-lbs of torque!
Milwaukee Tool has always said they are striving for the cordless jobsite. In this case, with no hoses, compressors, or cords, mechanics can enjoy the freedom to work where they please with solid powerful tools. These ratchets are very balanced and have a very compact head design to access more limited space applications. Ever looked under the hood of your new car. There is not much room in the engine compartment anymore! Each ratchet has a rubber over-mold to withstand corrosive materials and provide comfort when in use.
Noticeable Difference - We use our Milwaukee M12 ratchets daily and there is no doubt there is a significant power increase in the FUEL models. That does not mean that the old ratchets are bad as we enjoy them very much. The power difference will mean that the new FUEL models will break many more of the nuts or bolts loose on its own power rather than us doing it manually before the using the power of the tool. The amount of metal and the overall construction seems a lot beefier on the new FUEL model. If you were to pick up a standard model and a new FUEL model, you will notice a fair weight difference. That tells us the construction materials are a bit better in the new models.
Milwaukee states that the new FUEL models will fit into tighter places, and in some cases, they will. we have to say that overall, the head and the tool, in general, is slightly larger than the older model. How this would impact someone would be purely dependant on the situation. Overall, we believe that these will still get into similarly tight areas and work very well.
Must-Have Tools! - If you do not already have a set M12 ratchets, we highly suggest you try them out. No matter if you are working on a car or assembling a new tool, these tools are worth their weight in gold. Thier ability to speed up a job and take some repetitive movement away from your forearms is amazing. Now with more power, they will be able to work better without a small help to bust the nut or bolt loose.
If you are a mechanic, the new 1/2" model will be appealing for the power and its ability to fit into tight areas in the engine bay. The new FUEL ratchets compliment other M18 and M12 impact wrenches! The M12 line is a large platform and Milwaukee is proving that they will continue to further develop the line as new tools keep coming.