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Milwaukee M18 FPD3 vs Pike Signals EVO
The Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18v brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action. The Pike Signals EVO is a battery-powered portable traffic light system.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Milwaukee M18 FPD3 | Pike Signals EVO | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.2 kg | under 210kg including batteries (RadioMaster) |
| 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) | - |
| 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 FPD3, Pike Signals EVO. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →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 FPD3 and the Pike Signals EVO?
The Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18V brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action; the Pike Signals EVO is a battery-powered portable traffic light system.
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