What is the best battery do I order with this?

you can order the M12 Red Lithium 2.0 3INR19/65 48-11-2420 2 Ah battery or, better, the M12 Red Lithium XC 48-11-2402 C21CD124594 32 Wh battery.

Without power from the battery, does this work as a regular ratchet? I could see situations where I would want to torque bolts manually.

Yes, this can be used without a battery using your own strength. It's reliable and the battery last forever. It's not a power house at 35 foot pounds of torque, but I break nuts and bolts lose manually and then use the ratchet's battery power. I use it daily in my automotive shop.

Can this be used as a typical ratchet once battery has torqued as much as it can on it's own?

According to Milwaukee, yes, you can apply up to 50 ft-lbs of force while using it as a ratchet without risking any damage to the tool.

I bought one--the ratcheting mechanism is tight; it does not want to ratchet. Also, direction switch is hard to use. Does it loosen up with use?

the switch on the last 3 I've do the same thing. very hard need plyers to switch directions

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Description

🔧 Power, speed, and control—your ultimate cordless ratchet companion!

SPEED ON DEMAND - Variable speed trigger offers up to 250 RPM for ultimate control in tight spaces
SMART FUEL GAUGE - Onboard battery indicator keeps you ahead of the job with real-time load monitoring
COMPACT LIGHTWEIGHT - Only 10.8 inches and 2 lbs—fits perfectly on your tool belt for all-day use
DURABILITY ENGINEERED - Reinforced steel housing and total system communication protect your investment
POWER MEETS PRECISION - 12V motor delivers up to 35 ft-lbs torque for professional-grade performance

The Milwaukee M12™ Cordless 3/8" Ratchet combines a powerful 12V motor delivering 35 ft-lbs of torque with a variable speed trigger reaching 250 RPM. Designed for professionals, its compact 10.8-inch length and 2-pound weight make it ideal for tight spaces. Featuring an onboard fuel gauge and built-in LED light, it ensures precision and efficiency on every job. Reinforced steel housing and advanced system communication provide durability and overload protection, making it a top choice for automotive and maintenance pros.

Specifications

ASIN	B006CSRBTC
Best Sellers Rank	#392,566 in Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Home Improvement ) #250 in Ratcheting
Brand	Milwaukee
Brand Name	Milwaukee
Colour	Red
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 7,719 Reviews
Finish Types	Chrome
Global Trade Identification Number	00045242257560
Head Style	Fixed Square
Item Length	9.47 Inches
Item Package Quantity	1
Item Torque	35 Foot Pounds
Item Weight	1 Pounds
Manufacturer	Milwaukee
Manufacturer Part Number	2457-20
Material	Chrome Vanadium Steel
Material Type	Chrome Vanadium Steel
Model Number	2457-20
Operation Mode	Mechanical
UPC	045242257560 826659153689
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Voltage	12 Volts

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13.03.2025

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28.09.2025

R**S

Muy practico buen producto

Exelente

25.03.2025

C**O

SO FAR SO GOOD

so far its working perfectly

18.01.2026

J**.

Ótima ferramenta

Muito bom! Funciona perfeitamente

8.08.2025

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