Head to head
Milwaukee M18 FPD3 vs Von Arx VA 25 S
The Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18v brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action. The Von Arx VA 25 S is a electric self-propelled surface scarifier for removing coatings, paint and thin screeds from floors.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Milwaukee M18 FPD3 | Von Arx VA 25 S | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.2 kg | 116kg |
| 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) | - |
| Working width | - | 25cm |
| Motor power | - | 4kW / 5.3HP (electric) |
| Power supply | - | 3x230V or 3x400V electric (110V version also available) |
Sources: Milwaukee M18 FPD3, Von Arx VA 25 S. 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 VA 25 S if...
A walk-behind, self-propelled scarifier used by flooring contractors and plant hire firms to strip old coatings, paint and thin screed off concrete floors. The electric drive suits indoor jobs where a petrol machine's fumes and noise are not wanted.
Listed by
- The Hire Supply Co UK Ltd - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Milwaukee M18 FPD3 and the Von Arx VA 25 S?
The Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18V brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action; the Von Arx VA 25 S is a electric self-propelled surface scarifier for removing coatings, paint and thin screeds from floors.
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