The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 5-Tool Combo Kit (3697-25) delivers the most advanced 18V cordless drilling, fastening, and cutting technology in a single package. Powered by POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motors, REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence, and REDLITHIUM™ Battery Technology, each tool in the kit delivers longer motor life, longer run time, and more power than comparable cordless options. Includes five M18 FUEL tools, two 48-11-1850 REDLITHIUM XC 5.0Ah battery packs, an 48-59-1812 charger, and a contractor bag. Fully compatible with the entire Milwaukee M18 system of 250+ solutions.

What’s in the Kit

• 2904-20 M18 FUEL 1/2" Hammer Drill/Driver — Only 6.9" in length for access into tight spaces; Auto-Stop feature prevents over-rotation during bind-up with dedicated auto-stop indicator light on foot of tool
• 2953-20 M18 FUEL 1/4" Hex Impact Driver — Tri-LED lighting for maximum workspace visibility; ultimate trigger control provides smooth acceleration for small fasteners to prevent stripping and material damage
• 2821-20 M18 FUEL SAWZALL® Reciprocating Saw — 1-1/4" stroke length removes more material per stroke for faster cutting
• 2833-20 M18 FUEL 6-1/2" Circular Saw — POWERSTATE brushless motor outpowers all other 18V cordless circular saws and provides up to 3× longer tool life
• 2735-20 M18 Cordless LED Work Light — 600× the life of conventional incandescent bulbs; runs up to 4× longer per charge
• 2× 48-11-1850 REDLITHIUM XC 5.0Ah Battery Packs — More work per charge and more work over pack life than competing batteries
• 48-59-1812 M18 & M12 Multi-Voltage Charger
• Contractor Bag

M18 FUEL Technology

• POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor — More power, longer motor life, and no carbon brushes to replace
• REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence — Optimizes performance and provides overload protection for both tool and battery during heavy applications; maintains full M18 system compatibility
• REDLITHIUM™ XC 5.0Ah Battery Technology — More work per charge and longer pack life vs. competing 18V batteries
• M18 System Compatible — Works with all M18 batteries and tools across 250+ solutions

Kit Specifications

• Brand: Milwaukee
• Model: 3697-25
• Battery System: M18™ (18V)
• Battery Included: 2× REDLITHIUM XC 5.0Ah (48-11-1850)
• Charger Included: Yes (48-59-1812)
• Number of Tools: 5
• Kit Weight: 30.93 lb
• Kit Dimensions: 24.02" W × 13.19" H × 8.66" D
• Color: Black/Red
• UPC: 045242637768
• MPN: 3697-25

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the tools in this kit compatible with my existing M18 batteries?
Yes — all five tools are part of the Milwaukee M18 system and are compatible with all M18 batteries, including older M18 packs. The REDLINK PLUS Intelligence system optimizes performance across the battery range and provides overload protection for both tool and battery. For best performance on high-demand tools like the circular saw and SAWZALL, the included 5.0Ah XC packs or higher-capacity M18 batteries are recommended.

What does FUEL mean on Milwaukee tools?
M18 FUEL designates Milwaukee’s premium cordless tool platform, featuring three proprietary technologies working together: POWERSTATE Brushless Motor (more power, longer motor life vs. brushed motors), REDLINK PLUS Intelligence (advanced electronics for optimized performance and overload protection), and REDLITHIUM Battery Technology (more work per charge, longer pack life). FUEL tools consistently deliver corded-tool-level performance in a cordless package.

What is the Auto-Stop feature on the hammer drill?
The 2904-20 hammer drill’s Auto-Stop feature detects when the drill bit binds in the workpiece and stops the tool automatically to prevent over-rotation — a common cause of wrist injury and tool damage. A dedicated indicator light on the foot of the drill illuminates when an Auto-Stop event has occurred, so the user knows exactly why the tool stopped and can clear the bind before restarting.

Can this kit be used for arborist and tree care work?
Yes — the 3697-25 is well-suited for arborist jobsite tasks including drilling into wood for rigging anchor hardware, driving fasteners, reciprocating saw cuts for limb removal or rigging anchor prep, and circular saw cuts. The LED work light is a practical addition for low-light work environments. The M18 cordless system eliminates the need for generator or shore power at remote sites.