The Numbers That Matter
1,600 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque (rated). 1,000 ft-lbs of fastening torque. 0-2,650 RPM. It runs on the same M18 batteries you already own. The 3061-20 replaces the 2967-20 which was already the market leader.
Real-World Performance
Two independent bench tests published this month clocked the tool between 1,730 and 1,820 ft-lbs on rusty seized nuts. That's roughly 10% over spec. Nobody does that on purpose in a market where every marketing sheet is inflated by 15%.
What It Actually Does On the Job
Truck mechanics on suspension work say it's the first cordless that meaningfully replaces a pneumatic 1/2" IR for lug nuts and control-arm bolts. That's a real bar. It's not going to swap out a 3/4" for heavy equipment, but for anything under 200-lb bolts, it's the tool now.
What It Costs
$399 bare tool. $549 with a 12.0 Ah battery and charger. Home Depot has it exclusive through Q1 2027, then it'll open up to the rest of the network.
The Bottom Line
For once, a tool company delivered on the spec sheet instead of over-selling it. If you're running Milwaukee already, this is a straight upgrade over the 2967. If you're on DeWalt, it's not enough to jump platforms — but it's the first time in a while that Milwaukee has widened the gap.