The trimmer requires two XC8.0 Ah batteries. The batteries would run approximately 8 hours.
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Milwaukee, M18 FUEL 17” Dual Battery String Trimmer Kit, Model# 3006-20

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- POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor delivers more power than high voltage systems and gas systems providing users up to 2.5Nm peak torque and 2.5HP of peak power
- Requires (2) M18™ REDLITHIUM™ batteries to operate
- REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence offers total system communication between tool and battery for unmatched levels of performance, protection, and productivity allowing users to cut through demanding applications while maintaining the highest level of RPMs compared to competitor units
- Reaches full throttle under 1 second and eliminates the headaches of gas like pull starts, high noise levels, emissions, mixing gas and oil, and engine maintenance
- Cutting Swath: 15" - 17"
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What's Included
- (1) M18 FUEL™ 17” Dual Battery String Trimmer (3006-20) (1) Easy Load Trimmer Head (49-16-2748) (1) Shoulder Harness
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- POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor delivers more power than high voltage systems and gas systems providing users up to 2.5Nm peak torque and 2.5HP of peak power
- Requires (2) M18™ REDLITHIUM™ batteries to operate
- REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence offers total system communication between tool and battery for unmatched levels of performance, protection, and productivity allowing users to cut through demanding applications while maintaining the highest level of RPMs compared to competitor units
- Reaches full throttle under 1 second and eliminates the headaches of gas like pull starts, high noise levels, emissions, mixing gas and oil, and engine maintenance
- Cutting Swath: 15" - 17"
- Features the Milwaukee® Easy Load Trimmer Head
- Line Diameter: 0.080" / 0.095" / 0.105”
- RPM: 0-4900 / 0-6200
- Variable Speed Trigger for increased user control
- Optimized for the REDLITHIUM™ HIGH OUTPUT™ XC 8.0 batteries
- Fully compatible with the M18™ System featuring over 250+ tools
Key Specs
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
item# | 5852499 |
Brand | Milwaukee |
Manufacturer's Warranty | 3 year limited warranty |
Ship Weight | 20.75 LB |
Product Type | Trimmers |
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
Primary Power Source | Battery |
Max. Cutting Width | 17 in |
Min. Cutting Width | 15 in |
Cordless | Yes |
Shaft Type | Straight |
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· 2 years ago
What is the run time on the two different type batteries noted in the specs?
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ProductExpert6· 2 years ago
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· 2 years ago
Are batteries and charger, included
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ProductExpert6· 2 years ago
This is the tool only, it does not include the battery or charger. See item #62597 for a 5.0 battery and charger.
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· 2 years ago
Re: Milwaukee M18 FUEL Brushless 17in. Dual Battery String Trimmer, Model# 3006-20 Where is this product manufactured?
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ProductExpert6· 2 years ago
This trimmer is manufactured in China.
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17 in
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11 in
16.5 in
15 in
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16.5 in
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25 cc
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31.4 cc
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0.31 qt
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0.75 qt
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0.095 in
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0.1 in
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29 in
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50 in
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1.4 HP
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2-Cycle
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