Will the Milwaukee 48-11-1865 M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT XC6.0 battery work with the Milwaukee 2953-20 M18 FUEL 1/4 in. hex impact driver (tool only)?
Yes. Both use Milwaukee M18 battery platform (incl. REDLITHIUM, HIGH OUTPUT, FORGE).
Both records are reviewed against the manufacturers' sources; sources last checked 2026-10-14. Informational only: confirm with the manufacturer before buying.
Why
- ✓ Both use Milwaukee M18 battery platform (incl. REDLITHIUM, HIGH OUTPUT, FORGE).
Good to know
- Not interchangeable with M12 batteries or with Milwaukee MX FUEL (equipment-class) batteries.
- FORGE batteries work on any M18 charger, but the advertised fast charge needs the M18 Dual Bay Simultaneous Super Charger (48-59-1815).
- Large HIGH OUTPUT/FORGE packs work in every M18 tool but add size and weight to compact tools.
Sources
- Milwaukee 2953-20 M18 FUEL 1/4 in. hex impact driver (tool only): specs from Milwaukee product page, checked against the source 2026-10-07.
- Milwaukee 48-11-1865 M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT XC6.0 battery: specs from Milwaukee product page, checked against the source 2026-10-07.
- Milwaukee M18 battery platform (incl. REDLITHIUM, HIGH OUTPUT, FORGE): Milwaukee states that all M18 batteries are compatible with M18 tools and chargers, including REDLITHIUM, HIGH OUTPUT and FORGE packs. (Milwaukee M18 Batteries & Chargers page (FAQ)).
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