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Makita LS1019L vs Milwaukee M18 FPD3
The Makita LS1019L is a 260 mm slide compound mitre saw with laser. 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
| Makita LS1019L | Milwaukee M18 FPD3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 26,3 kg | 2.2 kg |
| Input power | 1510 W | - |
| Blade diameter | 260 mm | - |
| Capacity at 90 deg | 91 x 279 / 68 x 310 mm | - |
| 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: Makita LS1019L, Milwaukee M18 FPD3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the LS1019L if...
A slide compound mitre saw for accurate cross-cuts and bevel cuts in timber. Used by carpenters, joiners and shopfitters for first and second fix work, including trim, flooring and stud framing.
Full LS1019L 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 Makita LS1019L and the Milwaukee M18 FPD3?
The Makita LS1019L is a 260 mm slide compound mitre saw with laser; the Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18V brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action.
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