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Honda Power Equipment EU32i vs Milwaukee M18 FPD3
The Honda Power Equipment EU32i is a petrol inverter generator for larger portable power needs. The Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18v brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Honda Power Equipment EU32i | Milwaukee M18 FPD3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 26.5-26.8 kg | 2.2 kg |
| Max output | 3200 W | - |
| Running time | up to 8.6 hours (Eco-Throttle) | - |
| Noise | as low as 53 dB(A) | - |
| Max torque | - | 158 Nm |
| Chuck | - | 13mm keyless metal |
| No-load speed | - | 0-2100 rpm (2-speed) |
| Percussion rate | - | 33,000 bpm |
| Max drilling capacity | - | 89mm (wood); 16mm (metal/masonry) |
Sources: Honda Power Equipment EU32i, Milwaukee M18 FPD3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the EU32i if...
The EU32i steps up from the EU22i for users needing more continuous power, such as small site cabins or larger event stalls, while staying within a single-person-portable weight class. It is often specified where its lighter weight compared with the older EU30is model matters for repeated loading and transport.
Full EU32i specifications →Buy or hire the M18 FPD3 if...
The FPD3 is Milwaukee's current flagship 18V combi drill, bought by tradespeople already on the M18 battery platform who want high torque in a compact body. It competes directly with DeWalt's XR and Makita's brushless combi drills at the premium end of cordless drilling.
Full M18 FPD3 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Honda Power Equipment EU32i and the Milwaukee M18 FPD3?
The Honda Power Equipment EU32i is a petrol inverter generator for larger portable power needs; the Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18V brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action.
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