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Milwaukee M12 FUEL Extended Reach Ratchets Available at Home Depot in Three Drive Sizes

Milwaukee's M12 FUEL Extended Reach Ratchet line — 3058 (1/4"), 3059 (3/8"), and 3055 (1/2") — is now available at Home Depot. Milwaukee specifies 70 ft-lbs of fastening torque, 400 RPM, and a modular trigger that accepts both a cap and a paddle extension.

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Milwaukee's M12 FUEL Extended Reach Ratchet line is available at Home Depot in three drive sizes — the 3058 (1/4-inch), 3059 (3/8-inch), and 3055 (1/2-inch). Milwaukee lists 70 ft-lbs of fastening torque and 400 RPM no-load speed. The modular trigger design accepts both a trigger cap and a paddle extension without tools. Confirm current pricing and in-store or online stock before ordering.

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Milwaukee M12 FUEL Extended Reach Ratchets now available at Home Depot in 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" drive sizes

Milwaukee's M12 FUEL Extended Reach Ratchet line is now available at Home Depot. The lineup includes the 3058 in 1/4-inch drive, the 3059 in 3/8-inch drive, and the 3055 in 1/2-inch drive. Milwaukee specifies 70 ft-lbs of fastening torque and 400 RPM no-load speed. All three models share a modular trigger design that accepts a trigger cap or a paddle extension without additional tools. The extended-reach head format is aimed at deep-access fastening situations where a standard ratchet head cannot clear adjacent components. Verify current individual pricing and stock — online and in-store availability may differ.

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The extended-reach format addresses a practical limitation of standard M12 ratchet heads in confined engine bays, panels, or framing cavities. The modular trigger is the notable ergonomic feature: the same tool body accommodates two grip modes without requiring a separate ratchet for each. For existing M12 system users, these ratchets add coverage in access-constrained situations the standard M12 ratchet line does not reach.

What the extended-reach line adds to the M12 lineup+

Milwaukee specifies 70 ft-lbs of fastening torque and 400 RPM no-load speed across the line. The extended-reach head design positions the drive socket further from the motor body than a standard ratchet, reducing clearance requirements around adjacent components. The modular trigger accepts both a conventional trigger cap for fingertip control and a paddle extension for palm or thumb engagement — both modes use the same base tool without swapping housings. The 3058, 3059, and 3055 cover the three standard drive sizes used in automotive, HVAC, and general mechanical work.

Market position: Extended-reach ratchets fill the gap between standard M12 ratchets and angle ratchets in scenarios where the standard head is too bulky and an angle ratchet adds unwanted complexity. Verified independent torque accuracy and durability data at the listed spec were not available at publication time; buyers who need those details should check third-party reviews before committing.

Open Questions:
  • What are the confirmed individual prices for the 3058, 3059, and 3055 at Home Depot and other authorized retailers?
  • How does independent torque accuracy testing compare to Milwaukee's 70 ft-lbs specification?
  • Are bare-tool and kit configurations both available for each drive size?

Wait if: Independent torque accuracy or access-depth testing is required before adding these to a professional or production environment

Consider if: Deep-access fastening with an existing M12 battery system is a confirmed gap and the extended-reach head fits the specific clearance requirement

Verified specifications

SpecMilwaukee 3058 — 1/4" DriveMilwaukee 3059 — 3/8" DriveMilwaukee 3055 — 1/2" Drive
Drive size1/4 inch3/8 inch1/2 inch
Fastening torque70 ft-lbs70 ft-lbs70 ft-lbs
No-load speed400 RPM400 RPM400 RPM
Trigger systemModular cap/paddleModular cap/paddleModular cap/paddle
Available atHome DepotHome DepotHome Depot

Sources: Milwaukee official specs, Milwaukee official specs, Milwaukee official specs

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Milwaukee M12 FUEL Extended Reach Ratchet model numbers?

Milwaukee's Extended Reach Ratchet line includes the 3058 (1/4-inch drive), 3059 (3/8-inch drive), and 3055 (1/2-inch drive). All three are listed as available at Home Depot. Verify individual pricing and stock at your local store or on the Home Depot website before ordering.

What torque and speed does Milwaukee specify for the M12 FUEL Extended Reach Ratchets?

Milwaukee lists 70 ft-lbs of fastening torque and 400 RPM no-load speed across the M12 FUEL Extended Reach Ratchet line. These are manufacturer-specified figures; independent testing data were not available at time of publication.

What is the modular trigger system on the Milwaukee M12 FUEL Extended Reach Ratchets?

The modular trigger design accepts both a trigger cap for fingertip control and a paddle extension for palm or thumb engagement. Both accessories attach to the same tool body without additional tools, so users can switch grip modes on the same ratchet.