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Milwaukee M18 FPD3 vs Stihl TS 420
The Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18v brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action. The Stihl TS 420 is a petrol cut-off machine for 350 mm cutting wheels.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Milwaukee M18 FPD3 | Stihl TS 420 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.2 kg | 9.8 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 | - | 66.7 cm3 |
| Power | - | 3.20 kW |
| Cutting wheel | - | 350 mm |
Sources: Milwaukee M18 FPD3, Stihl TS 420. 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 TS 420 if...
A hand-held petrol cut-off saw for cutting concrete, stone, kerbs and pipe. Used by groundworkers, utilities crews and landscapers on road and paving jobs.
Full TS 420 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Milwaukee M18 FPD3 and the Stihl TS 420?
The Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18V brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action; the Stihl TS 420 is a petrol cut-off machine for 350 mm cutting wheels.
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