M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ XC8.0 Starter Kit

The MILWAUKEE M18 REDLITHIUM FORGE XC8.0 Starter Kit delivers HIGH OUTPUT 12.0 power in a more compact size and the longest life versus REDLITHIUM batteries. Milwaukee REDLITHIUM FORGE batteries are the most powerful, fastest charging, and longest-life batteries. The REDLITHIUM FORGE XC8.0 battery delivers 8 amp-hours of runtime, but with the same power as the M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT HD12.0 battery in a more compact and lighter design. The lithium-ion battery provides the longest life, most recharges, and best performance over the life of the battery. It is designed with a durable casing that offers increased protection against exposure to common oils, greases, and solvents. The integrated REDLINK intelligence protects the battery from overcharging, preventing damage to cordless power tools. The REDLITHIUM FORGE XC8.0 battery is fully compatible with over 275 M18 solutions. The M18 and M12 Rapid Charger recharges batteries up to 40% faster, reducing downtime and optimizing productivity. The battery charger accepts all M18 and M12 batteries, offering improved charging for both systems. The battery charger communicates directly with your battery to monitor voltage, temperature, and charge so you always have fully charged batteries.

• Delivers HIGH OUTPUT 12.0 power in a more compact and lighter design
• COOL-CYCLE Active Cooling System provides high-speed cooling to reduce downtime with Cool-Cycle compatible chargers
• Longest life for more recharges and best performance over the life of the battery
• REDLITHIUM FORGE battery provides the most power, fastest charging, and longest battery life in the REDLITHIUM system
• Fully compatible with the M18 system, which includes over 250 tools
• Patented coating provides increased protection to maximize active cooling through an improved ventilation design
• Better protection against weather, environmental, and job site conditions
• Power Level 4 on the REDLITHIUM power scale
• Durable casing designed to provide increased protection against exposure to common oils, greases, and solvents
• The M12 and M18 Rapid Charger recharges batteries up to 40% faster

• Height 88.9 mm 
• Width 86.4 mm 
• Length 134.6 mm 
• Weight 1079.5 g 

• Oil, Grease, and Solvent Resistant Yes
• Includes Charger Yes
• COOL-CYCLE™ Yes
• Battery Branding REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™
• Badge Branding REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™
• PACKOUT™ Compatible No
• Includes Charger Type M18™ & M12™ Rapid Charge Station (48-59-1807)
• Battery System M18™
• Recharge Time (Rapid Charger) (min) 83
• Battery Amp Hour (Ah) 8
• Cord Length (ft) 6
• Maximum Input Amps (A) 6
• Maximum Output Amps (A) 6
• Recharge Time (Super Charger) (min) 45
• Number of Charging Ports 2
• Battery Voltage 18
• AC DC Voltage 18
• Battery Charger Input Voltage 18
• Recharge Time (Standard Charger) (min) 153
• Watt hours (hrs) 144