MILWAUKEE, WI – Milwaukee Tool continues to drive innovation in cordless impact wrenches with the introduction of the M12 FUEL™ Subcompact Impact Wrenches and M12 FUEL™ Subcompact Impact Wrench Protective Boot. Bridging the gap between ratchets and standard impact wrenches, this subcompact lineup is ideal for aftermarket mechanics and auto body techs to complete any light duty work including bumpers, fenders, engine work, brake calipers, and suspension. As the most compact impact wrenches on the market, these solutions deliver the best underhood access, up to 100 ft-lbs and 225 ft-lbs of nut busting torque, and are the lightest weight in their class. 

Available in 1/4" and 3/8”, these M12 FUEL™ Subcompact Impact Wrenches with Friction Rings solve common size, weight and productivity frustrations. Providing unmatched accessibility, these are the most compact impact wrenches on the market, 2.2” shorter than competitive impact wrenches. These solutions excel in both performance and size, offering the lightest weight in their class to reduce user fatigue while fitting into the tightest spaces without additional extensions, swivels, or adapters. A 4-Mode DRIVE CONTROL™ system offers precision and adaptability, including an AUTO SHUT-OFF™ mode that limits torque for hand-tight applications and a bolt removal mode that slows RPM to prevent fastener drops.

Built for precision work in the tightest spaces, the M12 FUEL™ 1/4” Subcompact Impact Wrench with Friction Ring delivers up to 100 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque. At just 4.4” in length and 1.5 lbs, it offers the lightest weight and best underhood access in its class. With 50% faster application speeds, this solution maximizes productivity without sacrificing control.

Delivering up to 225 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque, the M12 FUEL™ 3/8” Subcompact Impact Wrench with Friction Ring is the go-to for light-duty applications that demand power in tight spaces. Measuring just 4.5” in length and weighing only 1.6 lbs, this solution provides access in the most confined spaces while minimizing user fatigue. With 30% faster application speeds, users can complete more work in less time. 

The M12 FUEL™ Subcompact Impact Wrench Protective Boot is form-fitting and lightweight to protect the tools and work surface while adding minimal size or weight. Fitting all M12 FUEL™ Subcompact Impact Wrenches (3049-20, 3048-20), this protective boot withstands corrosive materials commonly found in maintenance environments with a durable proprietary rubber design.

The new M12 FUEL™ Subcompact Impact Wrenches join the M12™ Cordless System, the largest sub-compact system on the market, focused on delivering industry-leading durability and the power to complete applications in the tightest spaces. Currently, the M12™ System is made up of more than 150 solutions.

*M12 FUEL™ power tools are designed, engineered, and built to deliver extreme performance and productivity. All M12 FUEL™ products feature three Milwaukee®-exclusive innovations—the POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor, REDLITHIUM™ Battery Pack and REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence Hardware and Software—that deliver unmatched power, run-time and durability on the jobsite. Simply put, M12 FUEL™ tools are the most powerful sub-compact cordless tools in their class.

Specifications: 
M12 FUEL™ 1/4” Subcompact Impact Wrench with Friction Ring (3048-20) - $199
   • Fastening Torque: 70 ft-lbs
   • Nut-Busting Torque: 100 ft-lbs
   • RPM: 3800
   • IPM: 0-4400

M12 FUEL™ 3/8” Subcompact Impact Wrench with Friction Ring Kit (3049-22) - $329
   • Fastening Torque: 200 ft-lbs
   • Nut-Busting Torque: 225 ft-lbs
   • RPM: 3400
   • IPM: 0-3600

Kit Includes: (1) M12 FUEL™ 3/8" Subcompact Impact Wrench w/ Friction Ring (3049-20), (2) M12™ REDLITHIUM™ High Output™ CP2.5 Battery Pack (48-11-2425), (1) M12™ Lithium-Ion Battery Charger (48-59-2401), (1) Belt Clip
Also available as Bare Tool: M12 FUEL™ 3/8” Subcompact Impact Wrench with Friction Ring (3049-20) - $199

M12 FUEL™ 1/4" & 3/8" Subcompact Impact Wrench w/ Friction Ring Protective Boot (49-16-3049) - $29

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