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Milwaukee M18 FH vs Pike Signals EVO
The Milwaukee M18 FH is a 18v sds-plus rotary hammer with 4 operating modes. The Pike Signals EVO is a battery-powered portable traffic light system.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Milwaukee M18 FH | Pike Signals EVO | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.9 kg (without battery) | under 210kg including batteries (RadioMaster) |
| SDS chuck | 26mm SDS-Plus | - |
| Impact energy | 2.5 J | - |
| No-load speed | 0-1330 rpm | - |
| Impact rate | 0-4800 bpm | - |
| Power | - | deep-cycle VRLA batteries, 12V 105Ah |
| Controllers | - | T2 (2-phase), T5 (5-phase), PT5 (5-phase + 4 pedestrian crossings) |
| Battery life | - | up to 14 days (RadioMaster) or 7 days (MicroBox) |
Sources: Milwaukee M18 FH, Pike Signals EVO. 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 EVO if...
A battery-powered temporary traffic light system for controlling single-lane closures on roadworks and utility jobs. Highways and utility contractors hire it where mains power is not available at the site.
Full EVO specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Milwaukee M18 FH and the Pike Signals EVO?
The Milwaukee M18 FH is a 18V SDS-Plus rotary hammer with 4 operating modes; the Pike Signals EVO is a battery-powered portable traffic light system.
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