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M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ Comparison Guide

Not sure which FORGE™ battery fits your crew? While all FORGE™ batteries offer the longest life and fastest charging in the M18™ system, each is optimized for a different style of work.

Quick Comparison Table

Feature

XC6.0 (48-11-1861)

XC8.0 (48-11-1881)

HD12.0 (48-11-1813)

Power Level

PWR Level 4

PWR Level 4

PWR Level 5

Best For

Compact Size & Mobility

High-Demand Productivity

Max Power & Runtime

Cooling Tech

Standard FORGE™

COOL-CYCLE™ Active

COOL-CYCLE™ Active

80% Charge Time*

15 Minutes

35 Minutes

35 Minutes

Weight

Lightest

Mid-Weight

Heavy Duty

Primary Use

Overhead/Tight Spaces

All-Day General Construction

Demolition/High-Draw Tools