Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2-Tool Combo Kit from Techtronic Industries - Compact power bundle targets US pros

By Daniel Foster, ad hoc news Accessories & Components Desk. Reviewed July 01, 2026, 5:45 AM ET. Details in the imprint.

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2-Tool Combo Kit 2997-22 sits in a red hard case on a dusty garage floor, its LED work lights throwing a cold white circle across a stack of 2x4s as the impact driver snaps lag screws into place without a hiccup.

What is in the 2997-22 kit

The M18 FUEL 2997-22 combo pairs Milwaukee’s 2804-20 1/2-inch hammer drill and 2853-20 1/4-inch hex impact driver with two M18 REDLITHIUM XC5.0 batteries, a charger and a molded carrying case, giving users a full cordless drilling and fastening setup in one box.*

Both tools use Milwaukee’s brushless POWERSTATE motors and REDLINK PLUS electronics, which the company says help deliver high torque while protecting against overload during heavy use in drilling, driving and concrete hammer drilling tasks on site.*

Key specs for US buyers

The 2804-20 hammer drill in this kit is rated up to 1,200 in-lbs of torque with a 2-speed gearbox, and supports standard drilling, driving and hammer modes, while the 2853-20 impact driver is rated at 2,000 in-lbs with four drive control modes including a self-tapping screw setting.*

Each M18 REDLITHIUM XC5.0 battery in the 2997-22 kit is a 5.0 Ah pack on Milwaukee’s 18 V platform, compatible with more than 250 M18 tools, and the included multi-voltage charger can charge both M18 and M12 batteries from the same compact base unit.*

US pricing and availability

In the US, major retailers such as Home Depot list the Milwaukee 2997-22 kit typically around the mid-$300 range before tax, though actual shelf prices fluctuate with seasonal promos and regional discounts tied to contractor events and holiday sales.*

On US jobsites, tradespeople like electrician Mark Rivera in Ohio favor compact combo kits like the 2997-22 because one case covers drilling studs, tapping concrete for anchors and driving structural screws without needing separate corded tools or spare chargers in the truck.

How the kit feels in daily use

In hand, the 2804-20 hammer drill feels dense but balanced, with a rubber overmold that keeps a secure grip even when your gloves are dusty and the bit binds briefly in pressure-treated lumber during deep hole drilling for conduit or long lag bolts.

The 2853-20 impact driver snaps to trigger input quickly, and the four-mode drive selector lets users tame torque for delicate cabinet hinges or open it up for deck screws, while the triple-LED ring throws even light without a harsh hotspot on the fastener head.

Positioned inside Milwaukee’s M18 ecosystem

For Techtronic Industries, the 2997-22 is a staple in Milwaukee’s M18 FUEL lineup, bridging entry-level buyers and seasoned pros by offering FUEL-grade brushless performance without the extra cost and complexity of one-key connected tracking features found in some higher-tier SKUs.*

Homeowners upgrading from older NiCd or 12 V tools often land on the 2997-22 because it opens the door to Milwaukee’s broader M18 platform, where the same batteries can later run saws, grinders, blowers and lights without investing in a second voltage system.

Accessories and replacement components

As an accessory-focused Wednesday pick, the notable component in this kit is the pair of XC5.0 M18 batteries, which are widely available as standalone accessories and can be swapped into future Milwaukee tools or replaced individually as packs age after years of charge cycles.

Contractors who work long shifts often add a third or fourth M18 battery, or step up to Milwaukee’s High Output packs, but most users report that two 5.0 Ah batteries in rotation on the included charger keep one drill and one driver working steadily through a typical residential job.

Techtronic Industries context and stock angle

Hong Kong-based Techtronic Industries owns Milwaukee Tool along with brands such as Ryobi and Hoover, and leans heavily on cordless systems like M18 to grow in North America’s professional and DIY markets, where repeat accessory and battery purchases help build recurring revenue.

Techtronic Industries stock (OTC: TTNDY, ISIN HK0669013440) gives US investors indirect exposure to Milwaukee’s cordless expansion, though the OTC listing is less liquid than primary trading of Techtronic shares on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in Hong Kong dollars.

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