Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3697-27: The 7-Tool Combo Kit That Handles the Full Job
Buying tools one at a time is an expensive way to build a kit. By the time you pick up a hammer drill here, a circular saw there, and a reciprocating saw somewhere else, you have spent significantly more than a bundled kit would have cost and there is a real chance those tools run on different battery platforms. That is the problem a quality Milwaukee tool combo kit is designed to solve from the start.
The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3697-27 puts seven FUEL brushless tools in your hands at once, all running on the same M18 platform, backed by two 5.0Ah batteries and an M18/M12 multi-voltage charger. For contractors and builders working across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the broader Midwest, this is one of the most efficient ways to equip a working crew — production-grade tools, one platform, one purchase.
What’s in the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3697-27 Kit
The 3697-27 is a complete, field-ready milwaukee tool combo kit built for tradespeople who use their tools hard every day. Everything in the box runs on the M18 battery system:
· M18 FUEL 1/2 in. Hammer Drill/Driver
· M18 FUEL 1/4 in. Hex Impact Driver
· M18 FUEL 1/2 in. Mid-Torque Impact Wrench with Friction Ring
· M18 FUEL SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw
· M18 FUEL 6-1/2 in. Circular Saw
· M18 FUEL 4-1/2 in./5 in. Angle Grinder
· M18 LED Work Light
· Two M18 REDLITHIUM 5.0Ah batteries
· M18 and M12 Multi-Voltage Charger
· Two contractor tool bags
Purchasing these seven tools separately at retail adds up fast. The 3697-27 bundles them into a single package at meaningful savings, making it one of the most cost-efficient ways to build a professional M18 FUEL platform — or to outfit a second crew.
Tool-by-Tool Breakdown
M18 FUEL 1/2 in. Hammer Drill/Driver
The Milwaukee M18 FUEL hammer drill delivers up to 1,200 in-lbs of peak torque across two speed ranges: 0–550 RPM and 0–2,000 RPM. With 14 clutch settings and POWERSTATE brushless motor technology, it produces more torque and runs cooler than brushed alternatives at the same price point. The all-metal ratcheting chuck holds bits firmly even in high-vibration applications.
On a production framing crew, this drill handles anchor bolt prep, drilling through LVL beams, and driving 3 in. structural screws from the first cut to the last stud of the day. Contractors in the Twin Cities metro and up in Duluth-Superior rely on this drill precisely because it does not slow down at hour seven when the job still has hours left. It is the core of any solid milwaukee tool combo kit, and the 3697-27 puts the best version of it in the bag.
M18 FUEL 1/4 in. Hex Impact Driver
The M18 FUEL impact driver delivers up to 2,000 in-lbs of fastening torque and reaches speeds up to 3,400 RPM with an impact rate of up to 3,800 IPM. It is compact enough to work in tight stud bays and powerful enough to drive long deck screws and structural fasteners all day without hesitation.
REDLINK PLUS intelligence communicates between the tool and the battery in real time to maximize performance and prevent damage from overload. For production framing and finish work alike, this is the tool that spends the most time in a contractor’s hand — and Milwaukee built it to justify that trust. As the primary fastening tool in this milwaukee tool combo kit, it earns its place in the bag every single day.
M18 FUEL 1/2 in. Mid-Torque Impact Wrench
The mid-torque impact wrench brings 450 ft-lbs of fastening torque and 650 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque in a more compact frame than a full-size impact wrench. That size difference matters when you are working inside a steel connection or reaching into a tight framing pocket. The friction ring anvil makes socket swaps fast on the jobsite without tools.
General contractors and remodelers throughout the Twin Cities, Superior, and Altoona use this tool for steel beam connections, anchor bolts, heavy equipment assembly, and anywhere a full-size impact wrench is too large to maneuver. Having it on the same M18 battery system as the drill and driver means no additional charger, no additional batteries — just one more capable tool on the same platform.
M18 FUEL SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw
The M18 FUEL SAWZALL runs at 0–3,100 strokes per minute with a 1-1/8 in. stroke length. The variable speed trigger gives the operator control for precise cuts through pipe, conduit, or light structural material, while the QUIK-LOK blade clamp handles fast blade changes without tools — important when the demo pace picks up.
For remodelers and renovation contractors working in the Altoona area, the Superior corridor, or anywhere in the Twin Cities metro, this is the saw you reach for when it is time to open a wall, back-cut a joist, or remove old framing. Paired with the right blade, it handles wood, metal, and composite without changing tools. As part of this milwaukee tool combo kit, it covers every demo and rough-cut situation on a typical remodel or new construction project.
M18 FUEL 6-1/2 in. Circular Saw
The Milwaukee M18 FUEL circular saw reaches 5,000 RPM, provides a 2-9/16 in. depth of cut at 90°, and offers bevel capacity from 0° to 50°. The magnesium upper guard and aluminum shoe add durability without unnecessary bulk, and the on-board cut line indicator helps with precision layout work.
This saw competes directly with corded circular saws for production framing tasks: ripping OSB sheeting, cutting dimensional lumber to length, and trimming plywood panels. Framers working the Twin Cities metro or running crews up in the Duluth-Superior area will not feel like they are compromising by going cordless. At 5,000 RPM with a FUEL brushless motor behind it, this saw performs when it matters. It is one of the strongest tools in the 3697-27 milwaukee tool combo kit and arguably the most versatile single tool on a framing crew.
M18 FUEL 4-1/2 in./5 in. Angle Grinder
The M18 FUEL angle grinder runs at 8,500 RPM and uses POWERSTATE brushless motor technology for consistent material removal across steel, concrete, and masonry. The anti-rotation side handle improves control on heavy passes, and the paddle switch configuration can be set for the operator’s preference.
For contractors doing anchor bolt prep on a concrete slab, metal fabrication in a shop, or surface grinding on a steel connection in Superior or Altoona, having this grinder on the M18 platform removes the last reason to keep a corded grinder on the truck. It handles everything a 4-1/2 in. wired grinder handles, runs on the same batteries as the rest of this kit, and stores in the same bags.
M18 LED Work Light
The M18 LED work light included in this milwaukee tool combo kit delivers up to 800 lumens of high-output illumination with a rotating head for flexible positioning. It runs directly off any M18 battery and powers down when the battery is removed to prevent accidental drain.
On a job without permanent power, new construction in the western Twin Cities suburbs, framing a garage in Altoona, or an early start in Superior before the site electrician arrives, this light is a core tool, not an accessory. It sits on a flat surface, hangs from a truss chord, or clips to staging. Because it runs on M18 batteries, there is no separate charger requirement and no hunting for extension cords in the dark.
Battery and Charger: What’s Included
The 3697-27 ships with two M18 REDLITHIUM 5.0Ah batteries. These are not starter packs. The 5.0Ah capacity sits in the production sweet spot: enough runtime to get through multi-hour tasks without constant swapping, and not so heavy that they noticeably affect tool balance. Full charge time from depleted runs approximately 60 minutes under normal conditions.
The included charger handles both M18 and M12 batteries simultaneously, which is practical on any crew that has mixed Milwaukee tools on site. No dedicated M12 charger needed, this one handles both.
Two contractor bags come with the kit. They are sized to hold the full seven tools and are built for daily jobsite use, not retail display bags. This matters when your crew is moving between a framing deck in the Twin Cities and a remodel in Altoona in the same week.
Who This Kit Is Built For
Production framers who need drilling, fastening, cutting, and grinding capability covered on a single battery platform. Every tool in this kit sees daily use on a framing crew in Minnesota or Wisconsin. The battery platform means one charger setup and one stockpile of batteries handles the entire crew.
General contractors and remodelers who move between tasks quickly like demo, rough-in, and finish work in the same day without juggling multiple battery systems. The 3697-27 covers the most common general contracting tool needs in one purchase.
Growing crews and new contractors who want to build a professional M18 platform from the ground up. This milwaukee tool combo kit provides the foundation for a complete M18 system that expands with additional tools and accessories as job scope grows.
Why Buy from Polar Tool & Supply
Polar Tool & Supply has been serving contractors, builders, and tradespeople in Minnesota and Wisconsin for over 18 years. Milwaukee is our top revenue brand because it is the brand our customers trust and ask for most.
When you order the 3697-27 from polartool.us, you are buying from a team with real product knowledge. Our sales staff works with production framers, remodelers, and general contractors every week. We carry the M18 line deep — batteries, chargers, accessories, replacement blades for the SAWZALL, discs for the grinder — so when you need something beyond this kit, we have it.
We offer free local delivery to jobsites within 50 miles of each of our three locations: Gem Lake, MN; Superior, WI; and Altoona, WI. If you are running a crew in the Twin Cities metro, the Duluth-Superior corridor, or the Eau Claire area, we can put tools and supplies directly on your jobsite. No shipping guesswork, no waiting on a box from a warehouse across the country.
That is what 18 years of serving contractors in this region actually looks like. Local stock, real pricing, and delivery that shows up when your crew needs it.
Get the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3697-27 at Polar Tool & Supply
The 3697-27 is in stock now and available at polartool.us. It is one of the best single purchases a contractor, remodeler, or serious builder can make to establish or expand a complete M18 FUEL platform. All tools carry Milwaukee’s five-year warranty.
Shop the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 7-Tool Combo Kit at Polar Tool & Supply
Have questions about this kit, battery compatibility, or which Milwaukee accessories pair best with the 3697-27? Call us, use the chat on polartool.us, or stop into one of our Minnesota or Wisconsin locations. We are here to help you get the right Milwaukee tool combo kit and the right supplies for the work you actually do.
