M18 FUEL™ 16" String Trimmer
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Our M18 FUEL™ 16" String Trimmer is designed for the landscape maintenance professional. Our POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor™ delivers more power than 31cc gas, maintaining speed in demanding applications without bogging down, enabling you to complete routine maintenance and thick brush clearing jobs faster. Our motor has an advanced air-cooling system to sustain demanding applications for longer, increasing user productivity. This fixed shaft string trimmer is also more balanced and lighter weight, reducing fatigue and increasing control. The motor is positioned in the rear of the trimmer to provide the best combination of power and maneuverability. The advanced electronics package allows the tool to reach full throttle in under 1 second, provides 3 speeds, and a variable speed trigger, maximizing productivity. Our REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence enables full-circle communication between the tool and battery, providing you with unmatched levels of performance, protection, and productivity. The Easy Load Trimmer Head provides the ability to load up to 25' of trimmer line in under 30 seconds. This string trimmer is optimized for use with an M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ XC12.0 Battery (not included) to maximize performance and run time. Our M18 FUEL™ 16" String Trimmer is part of the M18™ system which is fully compatible with over 275+ tools.
POWERSTATE™ Brushless motor provides 1.76 HP, more power than 31cc gas
Lightweight and balanced design reduces fatigue
Fully compatible with 275+ Milwaukee® M18™ Solutions
Reaches full throttle under 1 second boosting productivity and control
Variable speed trigger and 3-mode speed select for increased control
RPM: 0-4,600 / 0-5,400 / 0-6,200
Optimized for use with REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ HD12.0 Batteries
Advanced air cooling system to sustain demanding applications for longer
Robust construction to withstand daily use by professional landscapers
Adjustable bail handle for optimized balance and ergonomics across all applications and user heights
Adjustable Cutting Swath: 14” – 16”
Line Diameter: 0.080” / 0.095”
Milwaukee® Easy Load Trimmer Head holds up to 25’ of line and can be loaded in under 30 seconds
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Is The M18 FUEL™ 16” String Trimmer Compatible With All The M18 FUEL™ QUIK-LOK™ Attachments?
A:
No, The M18 FUEL™ 16” String Trimmer is a dedicated string trimmer solution & not compatible with the M18 FUEL™ QUIK-LOK™ attachments.
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What Is The Difference Between M18 FUEL™ 16" String Trimmer and M18 FUEL™ String Trimmer w/ QUIK-LOK™?
A:
The M18 FUEL™ 16" String Trimmer (3046) is optimized for trimming application, while the M18 FUEL™ String Trimmer w/ QUIK-LOK™ (3016-20ST) can be used with a wide variety of attachments in various applications.
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Is The Cutting Swath Adjustable?
A:
Yes, the cutting swath in the M18 FUEL™ String Trimmer w/ QUIK-LOK™ is adjustable. It can be set between 14“ or 16” to maximize either runtime or clearing capacity.
Q:
What Is The Maximum Line Diameter I Can Use For This String Trimmer?
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The M18 FUEL™ 16" String Trimmer accepts .080" and 0.095" line.
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How Do You Feed The Line?
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The M18 FUEL™ 16” String Trimmer features the Milwaukee® Easy Load Trimmer Head, which utilizes a bump feed mechanism that allows for easy line loading and feeding.
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