Milwaukee 0970-20 M18 FUEL PACKOUT 2.5 Gallon Wet/Dry HEPA Vacuum
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- Up to 60% More Suction
- Unmatched Mobility, Less Down Time
- Up to 2X Quieter
Product Details
The MILWAUKEE M18 FUEL PACKOUT 2.5 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum is the most powerful small capacity 18V wet/dry Vacuum, fully compatible with the Milwaukee PACKOUT Modular Storage System. Its POWERSTATE brushless motor delivers up to 60% more suction for powerful performance to easily clean up common wet and dry jobsite debris. PACKOUT compatibility gives this cordless wet/dry vac unmatched mobility, saving downtime spent hauling tools on and off the jobsite. This vacuum can be used on and off the PACKOUT stack, making this the most portable and versatile wet/dry cleanup solution available. At just 87 dB(A), this Milwaukee PACKOUT vacuum is 2X quieter than traditional jobsite wet/dry vacuums. The 2.5 gallon wet/dry vac includes a certified HEPA filter for optimal dust and microparticle collection, as well as a power tool adapter for efficient dust collection from other power tools. As a part of the M18 System, it is powered by REDLITHIUM Battery Packs, which deliver up to 30 minutes of runtime on a HIGH OUTPUT 8.0 Battery Pack in high mode and over 50 minutes in low mode.
- Up to 70% More Suction
- Unmatched Mobility, Less Down Time
- Up to 2X Quieter
- 50 CFM
- 47 Water Lift: Powerful suction for wet and dry applications
- Sound Power Level: 87 dB(A)
- Fully compatible with Milwaukee PACKOUT Modular Storage System
- Capacity: 2.5 Gallons
- OSHA objective data compliance for select silica dust producing applications
- Built-in Blower Port
- High / Low switch
- Organized On-board Storage: Hose, Utility Nozzle, Crevice Tool
Includes:
- M18 FUEL PACKOUT 2.5 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum
- Flexible Hose
- Crevice Tool
- Utility Nozzle
- HEPA Filter
- Power Tool Adapter


PACKOUT 2.5 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum








A Powerful PACKOUT Addition
The MILWAUKEE M18 FUEL PACKOUT 2.5 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum is the most powerful small capacity 18V wet/dry vacuum, fully compatible with the Milwaukee PACKOUT Modular Storage System. Its POWERSTATE brushless motor delivers up to 60% more suction for powerful performance to easily clean up common wet and dry jobsite debris.




More Mobility, Less Noise
PACKOUT compatibility gives this cordless wet/dry vac unmatched mobility, saving downtime spent hauling tools on and off the jobsite. This vacuum can be used on and off the PACKOUT stack, making this the most portable and versatile wet/dry cleanup solution available. At just 87 dB(A), this Milwaukee PACKOUT vacuum is 2X quieter than traditional jobsite wet/dry vacuums.
HEPA Dust Management
The 2.5 gallon wet/dry vac includes a certified HEPA filter for optimal dust and microparticle collection, as well as a power tool adapter for efficient dust collection from other power tools.




Part of the M18 Family
As a part of the M18 System, it is powered by REDLITHIUM Battery Packs, which deliver up to 30 minutes of runtime on a HIGH OUTPUT 8.0 Battery Pack in high mode and over 50 minutes in low mode.




PACKOUT 2.5 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum Features
- Up to 70% More Suction
- Unmatched Mobility, Less Down Time
- Up to 2X Quieter
- 50 CFM
- 47 Water Lift: Powerful suction for wet and dry applications
- Sound Power Level: 87 dB(A)
- Fully compatible with Milwaukee PACKOUT Modular Storage System
- Capacity: 2.5 Gallons
- OSHA objective data compliance for select silica dust producing applications
- Built-in Blower Port
- High / Low switch
- Organized On-board Storage: Hose, Utility Nozzle, Crevice Tool


Includes:
- M18 FUEL PACKOUT 2.5 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum
- Flexible Hose
- Crevice Tool
- Utility Nozzle
- HEPA Filter
- Power Tool Adapter
Milwaukee M18 Fuel Collection
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Milwaukee M18 Platform has over 250+ performance-driven tools designed with system-wide compatibility. The M18 lineup covers various trades and applications, providing professionals with high capacity and powerful solutions for their job site needs. The M18 system is intentionally designed to provide you with a diverse and fully functional arsenal of tools for every trade.


Milwaukee's M18 Battery Platform offers solutions that deliver more power and capacity. REDLITHIUM batteries last longer, think faster and work harder than all other professional lithium-ion batteries. Milwaukee's exclusive integration of chemistry, pack design and circuitry come together for superior output in the harshest environments.


The Milwaukee M18 trade tools are known for their durability, reliability, and performance, making them a popular choice among trade professionals in industries like construction, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and more. The compact size and lightweight design of these tools allow users to work in confined spaces and carry them easily from one job site to another.
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So useful, and a lot of powerJust a pure joy to use with its power and usability. I run the packout system so I wanted to have something that can utilize the storage boxes. I store this on top of my stack and when I'm ready to use it, I can just unravel the hose and press the switch without having to unstack anything. And when I want to have a storage bin to throw garbage into while I'm cleaning up, I can stack on a small box. The power is fantastic, you will rarely find yourself having to go back and forth to make sure it picked up the debris. I use an 8.0 HO with this and the runtime is excellent, you won't have to swap a battery in the middle of a job.
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Love this vacuumThis thing sucks in a good way, the dual speed is great for whatever you need
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M18 Packout VacuumI’d been using my M12 vacuum since its release and it has served me well. I’d needed something that was Packout compatible since I’ve got mine set up for trim carpentry. The Packout vac and dust collector are a match made in my heaven.
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Milwaukee 2.5 VacuumThe Milwaukee 2.5 vacuum great. We use it in the shop and for vacuuming out the attic above the shop. Its powerful for a small vacuum.
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An Honest Review.1st things 1st, unless you are doing a pack out system build, the regular m18 FUEL will do you just fine. I got this because I’ve been going on a Milwaukee splurge and well starting the pack out build is in the works. Having the 2 fan speed settings has been nice simply due to the conservation of battery life. On speed two it will give you about 20 minutes of straight run time on a 5.0 ah XC. 35 on speed one. The hose could be longer, but the dang thing is so light it’s not really an issue at all. I wish it had just a bit kore oomph on suction power but for the lightweight portability of it, combined with being whisper quiet (seriously I’ve ran this thing in speed 2 in the same room my newborn and wife were sleeping and they didn’t even stir) who am I to complain. Pick you up some attachments I really really like the long flex hoses but that’s just for my own personal preference they have all kinds but you’ll definitely want them. I have two other vacuums both corded one very expensive high dollar commercial one and one rigid vac that I’ve had for years, and I still find myself reaching for this one every time because it’s usually just one small pile of dust that needs picked up and I don’t want to unroll a whole extension just to grab it. 10/10 on convenience of use, 9/10 for look styling and conventional spot to put the 3 attachments that come with it, 6.7 for suction power, 11/10 for noise. Overall get the vacuum your back and ears will thank you.
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Cheap handleHandles are extremely delicate and flimsy. The vacuum itself works great. But be very careful with it! With a broken handle, it’s almost useless. Very disappointing how cheap it felt and how easily it broke. I’d rather use the old non pack out style with a built in handle. That thing handled abuse for years. This new pack out one was supposed to make life easier. But now it’s just a waste of money.
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One of the most often used tools I ownI’ve had this vacuum for a few years and it’s one of the best and most used tools I have. I actually swapped the hose for a festool and it has increased that capabilities.
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Great size vacuum with a lot of utilityAs a fan of packout this item obviously caught my eye. This vacuum has good suction and is reliable in most applications. Most of the time as an electrician I’m cleaning up drywall dust or wire shavings. The only issue I have with this is how the hose is too rigid to allow copper to pass through it easily. They tend to get stuck from time to time. Overall I love it and would highly recommend this product to others.
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Love the portabilityI’ve been using mine for a few weeks now, works well so far. I have not experienced any problems. I love how light and mobile it is. It has good power definitely awesome for cleaning up dust created from drilling. I really want the attachment for the wall for it. I love how 3 small divider boxes are the same height as the vacuum when stacking. So far so good I really like it.
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Stopped working!!!Stopped working after just a couple months of light use.