Milwaukee M18 REDLITHIUM FORGE HD12.0 Battery Pack
Item # MIL 48 11 1813

Milwaukee M18 REDLITHIUM FORGE HD12.0 Battery Pack

$279.99
The M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ HD12.0 Battery Pack delivers 50% more power than the HIGH OUTPUT™ 12.0, high-speed cooling for less downtime in demanding applications, a 35-minute supercharge to 80%, and the longest life compared to REDLITHIUM™ batteries. REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ batteries are Milwaukee’s most powerful, fastest charging, and longest-lasting batteries.

The M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ HD12.0 delivers 12 amp-hours of runtime with 50% more power than the HIGH OUTPUT™ 12.0, providing optimal power and runtime for demanding applications.

This battery is COOL-CYCLE™ capable. The COOL-CYCLE™ Active Cooling System provides high-speed cooling to reduce downtime. A patented ingress coating and upgraded venting design help protect the battery while maximizing cooling performance. The high-speed cooling feature works with M18™ chargers that have COOL-CYCLE™ capability.

When paired with the M18™ Dual Bay Simultaneous Super Charger, this battery charges to 80% in just 35 minutes, helping you get back to work faster.

This lithium-ion battery is engineered for the longest life, the most recharges, and consistent performance over the life of the battery. It also features a resistant housing that provides increased protection against exposure to common oils, greases, and solvents.

REDLINK™ Intelligence protects the battery from overloads and prevents damage to cordless tools during heavy-duty applications.

The M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ HD12.0 Battery is fully compatible with 250+ tools in the M18™ system.


    • 50% More Power – Delivers 50% more power compared to the HIGH OUTPUT™ HD12.0 battery.
    • COOL-CYCLE™ Active Cooling System – Provides high-speed cooling for less downtime when used with COOL-CYCLE™ capable chargers.
    • 35-Minute Supercharge – Charges to 80% in just 35 minutes with the M18™ Dual Bay Simultaneous Super Charger.
    • Longest Life – Designed for the most recharges and consistent performance over the life of the pack.
    • REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ Technology – Milwaukee’s most powerful, fastest charging, and longest-life REDLITHIUM™ batteries.
    • M18™ System Compatible – Works with 250+ tools in the Milwaukee M18™ platform.
    • Patented Ingress Coating – Provides increased protection and maximizes cooling through an upgraded venting design.
    • Jobsite Protection – Built to withstand jobsite, weather, and environmental conditions.
    • PWR Level 5 – Rated Level 5 on the REDLITHIUM™ Power Scale.
    • Resistant Housing – Provides increased protection against exposure to common oils, greases, and solvents.
    • REDLINK™ Intelligence – Advanced battery circuitry delivers optimized performance and overload protection through total system communication between tool, battery, and charger.
    • Enhanced Fuel Gauge – Improved readability even in direct sunlight.
    • 3-Year Warranty – Backed by Milwaukee’s 3-year battery warranty.
    • Includes – (1) M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ HD12.0 Battery.


    • 50% More Power – Delivers 50% more power compared to the HIGH OUTPUT™ HD12.0 battery.
    • COOL-CYCLE™ Active Cooling System – Provides high-speed cooling for less downtime when used with COOL-CYCLE™ capable chargers.
    • 35-Minute Supercharge – Charges to 80% in just 35 minutes with the M18™ Dual Bay Simultaneous Super Charger.
    • Longest Life – Designed for the most recharges and consistent performance over the life of the pack.
    • REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ Technology – Milwaukee’s most powerful, fastest charging, and longest-life REDLITHIUM™ batteries.
    • M18™ System Compatible – Works with 250+ tools in the Milwaukee M18™ platform.
    • Patented Ingress Coating – Provides increased protection and maximizes cooling through an upgraded venting design.
    • Jobsite Protection – Built to withstand jobsite, weather, and environmental conditions.
    • PWR Level 5 – Rated Level 5 on the REDLITHIUM™ Power Scale.
    • Resistant Housing – Provides increased protection against exposure to common oils, greases, and solvents.
    • REDLINK™ Intelligence – Advanced battery circuitry delivers optimized performance and overload protection through total system communication between tool, battery, and charger.
    • Enhanced Fuel Gauge – Improved readability even in direct sunlight.
    • 3-Year Warranty – Backed by Milwaukee’s 3-year battery warranty.
    • Includes – (1) M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ HD12.0 Battery.


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