Milwaukee M18 Forge 8.0 Battery & Charger Starter Kit

Milwaukee M18 FORGE™ 8.0 Battery & Charger Starter Kit

The Milwaukee 48-59-1881 M18 FORGE™ 8.0 Battery & Charger Starter Kit is a next-generation power solution built to deliver HIGH OUTPUT™ performance in a smaller, lighter package. Designed for demanding applications, the REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ 8.0 battery provides exceptional runtime, faster charging, and extended battery life—so you can keep working without constantly swapping packs. Paired with the M18™ & M12™ Rapid Charger, this kit minimizes downtime and maximizes productivity—because waiting on batteries is nobody’s favorite part of the job.

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Key Features / Specifications

• Model / Part Number: 48-59-1881
• Brand / Series: Milwaukee M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™
• Product Type: Battery and charger starter kit
• Battery Included: (1) M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ 8.0
• Battery Capacity: 8.0 Ah
• Performance Level: PWR Level 4 (high-performance output tier)
• Power Output: Delivers HIGH OUTPUT™ 12.0-level power in a smaller, lighter design
• System Compatibility: Works with 275+ M18™ cordless tools
• Charging Time: Charges to 100% in approximately 83 minutes with included rapid charger
• Charger Included: M18™ & M12™ Rapid Charger (up to 40% faster charging)
• Technology: REDLINK™ Intelligence for optimized performance and system protection
• Durability: Robust housing designed to resist oils, greases, and solvents
• Environmental Protection: Built for jobsite, weather, and environmental durability
• Battery Life: Designed for more recharges and longer service life

Includes

• (1) M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ 8.0 Battery
• (1) M18™ & M12™ Rapid Charger

Ideal For

• Professionals needing high power in a lighter, more compact battery
• High-demand tools requiring consistent output and extended runtime
• Users invested in the M18™ system looking to upgrade performance
• Jobs where fast charging and reduced downtime are critical
• Anyone who prefers their batteries to work longer than their coffee lasts