The MILWAUKEE M18 REDLITHIUM XC5.0 Starter Kit delivers up to 2.5X more runtime, 20% more power and 2X more recharges than standard lithium-ion batteries. The lithium-ion battery pack features superior pack construction, electronics and performance. The rechargeable battery also offers users 5.0 amp-hours of runtime. Each battery pack is durably built for heavy-duty use, runs cooler and performs in climates below 0°F/-18°C. This protection routes water away from the electronics and out of the battery pack, extends the battery’s run-time and life by minimizing heat and prevents pack failures from vibration or drops. Built-in REDLINK Intelligence protects the battery from overloads, preventing users from damaging their cordless power tools in heavy-duty situations, while the discharge protection prevents cell damage. An integrated temperature management system and individual cell monitoring help to maximize the battery’s life. In addition to the battery pack, the starter kit includes the M18 and M12 Battery Charger and a storage bag.
- REDLINK intelligence: provides optimized performance and overload protection using total system communication between tool, battery and charger
- Best-in-class construction: offers long-lasting performance and durability
- Fuel gauge onboard: displays remaining runtime for less downtime on the job
- All-weather performance: delivers fade free power in extreme jobsite conditions
- Add any M18 tool-only option to build your own kit
- Contractor bag
- Includes: (1) M18 XC5.0 starter kit (48-59-1850), (1) tool bag
- Includes: 1 M18 REDLITHIUM XC 5.0 Ah battery (48-11-1850), 1 M18 and M12 multi-voltage charger and contractor bag
Annamae Wilderman (verified owner) –
Overall the charger dose work. While I haven’t tried the 12v part the 18v part has trouble with battery insertion. I have to try a few times to insert the 18v battery onto it before it sees the battery and starts the charge. Not good for something that is brand new. Makes me question the quality of it and definitely how long it will last. So while I can get it to work for now I wonder how long this charger will work. i don’t recommend this charger, but what are the alternatives?
Freda Friesen (verified owner) –
This battery gives me plenty of time to get the job done.
Elroy Jacobi (verified owner) –
I purchased the Millwaukee 18V battery and charger combination. I brought it home, plugged it in to charge the batter. Initially everything seemed fine, the red charging light came on and I had about 25% charge on the battery to start with. A while later I went to check on it, all the lights were were out, no green light to indicate that the charge was complete. I checked the battery and it was only 50% charged, the charger had broken. I went on line and found out that this seems to be a common problem with the Rapid Charge units, I ready many comments about this problem, including here. I returned the unit the next day to Home Depot, and got a new one, this one seems to be fine, battery fully charged in a short period of time, green indicator light came on. I have mixed feelings about recommending this charger, it seems kind of hit or miss if the one you purchase has a problem, Milwaukee needs to address this issue, I expect better quality from them.
Jerome Champlin (verified owner) –
The battery works great and works wonders for at home or in the work field
Carley Schaefer (verified owner) –
Just what my husband needed to charge his tools. This arrived in a timely manner.
Taurean Hegmann (verified owner) –
Very easy to maneuver and compact.
Adam Hudson (verified owner) –
Lightweight but very powerful while cleaning leaves and debris in garage and off patio
Destini Nitzsche (verified owner) –
Great product! I totally recommend this product.
Mallie Daugherty (verified owner) –
Working as expected.
Andres Jones (verified owner) –
Battery life is great, and I have nothing negative to say.
Haven Wiza (verified owner) –
Very nice .. battery power feels good took a while to do the fist charge
Eldon Bergnaum (verified owner) –
The battery provides great runtime and plenty of power.
Lane Hettinger (verified owner) –
My unit has plenty of power for its compact size. It lasts quite a while longer per charge than my old battery.
Roselyn Borer (verified owner) –
Charger charges fast and battery last all day. Can’t complain.
Jamarcus Walter (verified owner) –
It was a gift for my nephew and it is working really good. He is so satisfied with it.
Twila Schmitt (verified owner) –
Hold their charge for a long time and the charger Chargers up decently
Charlie Spencer (verified owner) –
Really like this starter set, since I change over to Milwaukee
Ronny Rutherford (verified owner) –
Nice always wanted one
Everett Maggio (verified owner) –
If you don’t have a whole lot of grinding, it works very good. Not as strong as a corded grinder, but it’s definitely great for light grinding without lugging our the cords on a job site
Annetta Stiedemann (verified owner) –
Excellent choice, performed beyond expectation.