Head to head
Milwaukee M18 FH vs Milwaukee M18 FPD3
The Milwaukee M18 FH is a 18v sds-plus rotary hammer with 4 operating modes. 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
| Milwaukee M18 FH | Milwaukee M18 FPD3 | |
|---|---|---|
| No-load speed | 0-1330 rpm | 0-2100 rpm (2-speed) |
| Weight | 2.9 kg (without battery) | 2.2 kg |
| SDS chuck | 26mm SDS-Plus | - |
| Impact energy | 2.5 J | - |
| Impact rate | 0-4800 bpm | - |
| Max torque | - | 158 Nm |
| Chuck | - | 13mm keyless metal |
| Percussion rate | - | 33,000 bpm |
| Max drilling capacity | - | 89mm (wood); 16mm (metal/masonry) |
Sources: Milwaukee M18 FH, Milwaukee M18 FPD3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the M18 FH if...
The M18 FH is Milwaukee's cordless answer to corded SDS-plus hammers, used by electricians and fixers who want to drop cable and chase without a compressor or extension lead on site. It is aimed at users already invested in the M18 range rather than those buying on price alone.
Full M18 FH 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 Milwaukee M18 FH and the Milwaukee M18 FPD3?
The Milwaukee M18 FH is a 18V SDS-Plus rotary hammer with 4 operating modes; the Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18V brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action.
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