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Milwaukee M18 FPD3 vs Stihl BR 800 C-E
The Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18v brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action. The Stihl BR 800 C-E is a petrol backpack blower.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Milwaukee M18 FPD3 | Stihl BR 800 C-E | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.2 kg | 11.7 kg |
| 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) | - |
| Displacement | - | 79.9 cm3 |
| Blowing force with round nozzle | - | 41 N |
| Max. air velocity with round nozzle | - | 97 m/s |
Sources: Milwaukee M18 FPD3, Stihl BR 800 C-E. 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 BR 800 C-E if...
A backpack blower for clearing leaves, hedge clippings and debris from large areas. Used by landscapers, grounds teams and contractors on big sites.
Full BR 800 C-E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Milwaukee M18 FPD3 and the Stihl BR 800 C-E?
The Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18V brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action; the Stihl BR 800 C-E is a petrol backpack blower.
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