The Milwaukee M12 FUEL SURGE 1/4 in. Hex Hydraulic Driver is the industry’s first 12-Volt hydraulic impact driver. Featuring the FLUID-DRIVE Hydraulic Powertrain, the hydraulic impact will allow users to experience operation up to 2X quieter with less vibration for smoother and faster driving speeds compared to standard impacts. The compact size of the tool and battery provides users with unmatched access in tight spaces & allows for easy transport on a tool belt and easy fitting into a job site tool bag. Performance is not sacrificed despite lower peak torque due to its Longer Sustained Torque that allows the tool to complete core users most common applications. The POWERSTATE Brushless Motor delivers up to 0 RPM-3,000 RPM with constant power output to drive screws faster. Built-in REDLINK PLUS intelligence is the most advanced electronic system on the market, preventing damage to the user’s tool and battery caused by overloading or overheating. The cordless impact driver is compatible with all Milwaukee M12 REDLITHIUM Compact Batteries or Extended Capacity Batteries, delivering users with more work per charge and more work over the life of the pack than competitive batteries. The impact driver’s 4-Mode DRIVE CONTROL provides users with greater control over output speed and power for greater versatility in a wide range of applications. Self-Tapping Screw Mode reduces walking when users are self-tapping screws as well as reduces overdriving, breaking and stripping out screws.
- FLUID-DRIVE hydraulic powertrain reduces metal on metal contact within the tool, delivering quieter operation, smoother performance and increased durability over a standard impact
- Longer sustained torque delivers similar drive times in application as most 12-Volt impact drivers
- Up to 2X quieter operation makes this tool ideal for occupied spaces
- Compact head length and compact battery footprint gives more access than competitive impact drivers
- POWERSTATE brushless motor delivers maximum power and long motor life
- REDLINK PLUS intelligence prevents damage to the tool and battery due to overloading or overheating
- REDLITHIUM batteries deliver more work per charge and more work over the life of the battery
- Includes: 2551-20 (tool-only), belt clip
Hubert Hermann (verified owner) –
Fantastic impact driver. Really smooth and quieter than the regular one
Elenora Lebsack (verified owner) –
These are great little guns. We are an HVAC company and we run them hard. Quiet and powerful.
Ed Kassulke (verified owner) –
I have been a Milwaukee M12/M18 Fuel user for a few years now. I was installing some Sail Shades, and driving 1-1/2″ #10 screws into wood. The M18 Fuel Impact I was using was LOUD, since I was right at the roof line, and the echo was pretty deafening. After considering both the M12 and M18 Surge, I decided on the M12, since it’s slightly smaller, and both have the same 450 IN-LB of torque.I have used the new M12 Surge Impact for a lot of projects since: 1) two ceiling fans, 2) recovering some porch chairs (removing the seat from the frame), 3) removing cabinet doors to install a new bathroom faucet, 4) install curtain rods, 5) install a shower grab rail.The most impressive feature to me are the very low torque on setting #1, it is way more controllable than my old M12 Fuel impact.Other Milwaukee Tools I own and love: M18 5-inch grinder, M18 6-1/2 saw, M12 Fuel Hackall, M12 Jigsaw.
Sabryna Durgan (verified owner) –
It is powerful and quiet. I like that it is quite enough that you don’t have to use ear plugs when using it.
Clement Howell (verified owner) –
Great power for size and very smooth. I would recommend this to anyone
Alberta Green (verified owner) –
I am generally happy with the product. I need one more mode (hand fasten / 10 ft lb). Auto mechanics use this at high speed (High IPM) and low torque (10 ft lb) in almost all situations. I want this mode.
Valentin Murazik (verified owner) –
I love how compact it’s is and sheer power it produces 11/10 would recommend to any tradesmen who don’t have time for games on the job site.
Milan Wilkinson (verified owner) –
The Milwaukee surge is an amazing addition to my collection. It really is worth the money.
Makenzie Nikolaus (verified owner) –
I really like the size. Don’t really notice carrying it and love the power.
Nia Robel (verified owner) –
Terrific tool. Not quite as fast or hard hitting as the M12 fuel 1/4″ impact, but it’s SOOOOO much quieter. It’s amazing!
Rory Osinski (verified owner) –
I use this everyday and find it much quieter than the standard fuel version. Q
Norval Weissnat (verified owner) –
There’s a big difference between this Surge driver and the standard impact driver. The low vibration is a very nice feature when needing to do some precise drill work
Astrid Hodkiewicz (verified owner) –
Bought it to use in my cabinet assembly shop and loved it from the day it came out of the box. Easily drives screws through hardwood with little effort. I love how quiet it is compared to other impact drivers.
Lindsay Schneider (verified owner) –
I use the impact driver every day for collision repair, has great power and is super compact. I use that and the 12v 3/8 stubby for 95% of everything i take off a car. Love Milwaukee will always own milwaukee.
Kira Hirthe (verified owner) –
Great to use everyday. Light weight and comfortable to use.
Lyric Zulauf (verified owner) –
An absolutely incredible tool. As a handyman I work inside people’s houses. This tool is Much quieter than a standard driver. It is powerful and I love the hydraulic drive. It feels like I can finish driving a screw more softly while giving more “feel”. Perfect for driving long stainless screws without breaking them off. I will never be without one again.
Nathanial Runolfsdottir (verified owner) –
Bought this kit to keep at home, I use the 18v surge at work and the quietness and power is absolutely astounding. Didn’t need such a big impact for home but I still wanted one that I knew I would love and this is it. Super quiet and more than enough power
Lilliana Ondricka (verified owner) –
Really good impact quieter then most drills
Audreanne Aufderhar (verified owner) –
I have M12 and M 18 1/4 impact drivers and really like this one. 18v is still the hoss bt this is my new go to
Favian Schowalter (verified owner) –
If you want a screw gun this is the one .. the tool does all the hard work not your arm