M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ XC8.0 Battery Pack

🔋 Specifications & Features

•Battery System: M18

•Voltage: 18 V

•Capacity: 8.0 Ah

•Power Level: PWR 4 on Milwaukee’s power scale

•Weight: ~2.38 lb (1.08 kg)

•Dimensions: ~ 5.3 in (L) × 3.4 in (W) × 3.5 in (H)

•Cool-Cycle™ Active Cooling System: Yes — helps reduce downtime when used with compatible chargers.

•Fast Charging:

•Charges to 80% in ~35 minutes using the M18 Dual-Bay Simultaneous Super Charger.

•Full recharge times:

•Super Charger: ~45 min

•Rapid Charger: ~83 min

•Standard Charger: ~162 min

•Durability:

•Resistant housing — protection against oils, greases, and solvents.

•Patented ingress coating + upgraded venting design for better cooling.

•Electronics: Features REDLINK™ Intelligence for overload protection and efficient communication between tool, battery, and charger.

•On-Board Fuel Gauge: Yes — an enhanced fuel gauge that’s more readable even in direct sunlight.

•Compatibility: Works with over 250+ M18 tools.

•Warranty: 3-year limited warranty.

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✅ Pros & Use-Case Strengths

•Power Output: Delivers the same power as the M18 HIGH OUTPUT HD12.0, despite being lighter and more compact.  

•Quick Recovery: The Cool-Cycle system + fast charging reduces downtime significantly on job sites.  

•Durable Build: Built to withstand jobsite conditions (oil, grease, rough use) thanks to a rugged housing.  

•Long Life: Designed for many recharge cycles while maintaining good performance.