Milwaukee M18 FUEL™ 1/2" High Torque Impact Wrench w/ Friction Ring (2967-20)

The World’s Most Powerful 1/2" Cordless Impact: 2,500 ft-lbs of Nut-Busting Torque in a Compact Design.

When a bolt refuses to budge, reach for the Milwaukee M18 FUEL™ 1/2" High Torque Impact Wrench. Delivering an incredible 1,100 ft-lbs of fastening torque and a record-breaking 2,500 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque, this tool outperforms every other cordless impact in its class. Engineered for the most demanding automotive and industrial applications, the 2967-20 ensures you can remove even the most rusted, stubborn fasteners with ease.

Despite its massive power, this impact wrench is the most compact in its class at only 7.6" in length, allowing you better access to tight spaces like wheel wells, suspension components, and engine bays.

Key Features & Professional Benefits:

• Unrivaled Power: Delivers 2,500 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque, ensuring you spend less time fighting stuck bolts and more time finishing the job.
• 4-Mode DRIVE CONTROL™: Provides greater control over output speed and power. Includes a specialized Bolt Removal Mode that delivers full torque to break the nut loose, then slows to 750 RPM to prevent the fastener from flying across the shop.
• Compact 7.6" Profile: Reduced length improves balance and allows for high-torque performance in areas where larger tools simply won't fit.
• Friction Ring (Hog Ring): Features a friction ring anvil for quick, tool-free socket changes—ideal for technicians who switch between multiple sizes frequently.
• Tri-LED Work Lights: High-definition lighting surrounds the anvil to eliminate shadows and provide a clear view of the workspace.
• POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor: Designed specifically for the high-torque line to provide sustained power and a longer motor life under heavy load.
  REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence: Protects the tool from overloading and overheating during the most intense applications.
• Premium Rubber Overmold: Withstands corrosive chemicals, oils, and solvents commonly found in automotive shops.

Product Specifications:

Redefining Cordless Productivity

The 2967-20 is built for the "real world" of the professional shop. By eliminating the need for air hoses and compressors, you gain total mobility without sacrificing the torque required for heavy-duty structural work. Whether you are performing fleet maintenance or industrial assembly, this high-torque impact wrench is the ultimate solution for speed and reliability.

Stop fighting seized bolts. Upgrade to the Milwaukee 2967-20 and bring the world's most powerful 1/2" impact to your workbench.

The "Master Fleet Maintenance" Bundle 

Maximum torque density. Tool-life protection. Rapid recovery. Pair your 2967-20 High Torque Impact with these professional upgrades.

• [Milwaukee 48-11-1861 M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ XC6.0 Battery] – The Ultimate Fuel. To reach the full 2,500 ft-lbs of torque, this high-output FORGE™ battery is required. It charges faster and delivers more power than any standard XC pack.
• [1/2" Drive SAE & Metric Deep 6 Point Socket Set] – Industrial Strength. Don't crack a standard socket. Pair your high-torque wrench with SHOCKWAVE™ impact-duty sockets designed to handle the extreme 2,500 ft-lb pulses.
• [Milwaukee 48-59-1812 M18™ & M12™ Multi-Voltage Rapid Charger] – Zero Wait Time. Keep your FORGE™ batteries in rotation with a rapid charger that minimizes downtime between heavy service cycles.
• [Watson 005 Flextime™ Leather Work Gloves] – High-Dexterity Protection. Premium goatskin leather with Dryhide™ water resistance. Protects your hands while maintaining the "feel" needed for managing heavy sockets and fasteners.

Frequently Asked Questions

+ What is the advantage of a friction ring anvil versus a pin-detent anvil styling?

A 1/2" friction ring (also called a hog ring) anvil design is built specifically for mechanics who need to change socket sizes frequently throughout their shift. Sockets press firmly onto the anvil ring and stay locked via friction alone, allowing you to pull them off tool-free in seconds. Pin-detent anvils use a spring-loaded locking ball that requires an alignment tool or pin to release, which is better for high-vibration overhead structural steel work where a socket must never come off.

+ How does the automated "Bolt Removal Mode" safeguard my fasteners on site?

When you select Mode 4 (Bolt Removal Mode), the smart REDLINK PLUS™ electronics deliver 100% of the tool's 1,600 ft-lbs nut-busting torque up front to shatter rust bonds. The millisecond the microprocessor senses that the bolt has broken friction and loosened, it instantly drops the motor speed down to 750 RPM. This stops the nut from spinning off at high velocity, preventing damaged threads or dropped fasteners inside tight engine bays.

+ What specific batteries are recommended to achieve the full 1,600 ft-lbs torque output?

While this tool is fully compatible with any standard M18™ lithium-ion battery, it requires high-current delivery to unlock its maximum raw breaking force. To hit the full 1,600 ft-lbs output metric, you should pair the 2967-20 with a M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ XC6.0 or an M18™ HIGH OUTPUT™ XC6.0 or HD12.0 battery pack. Running the tool on slim or compact batteries will throttle the max amperage, lowering the output torque under severe loads.

+ Can I run this high-torque impact gun to handle delicate assembly fasteners safely?

While this gun is designed for brute force, you can use the digital DRIVE CONTROL™ panel to manage lighter tasks safely. Mode 1 limits output speeds to minimize the risk of snapping small hardware. Additionally, Mode 4 incorporates an Auto-Shutoff control that stops driving power once it hits approximately 50 ft-lbs of torque, leaving the fastener perfectly hand-tight so you can complete final torque adjustments with a calibrated manual hand wrench.