Milwaukee M12 Extended-Reach Ratchets Split Speed and Torque Across Three Drives
Milwaukee's 3058, 3059, and 3055 M12 FUEL extended-reach ratchets trade speed for torque as drive size increases.
Milwaukee's 3058 1/4-inch ratchet runs 550 RPM at 45 ft-lbs; the 3059 3/8-inch runs 400 RPM at 70 ft-lbs; and the 3055 1/2-inch runs 300 RPM at 80 ft-lbs. All three are $279 bare tools. Home Depot pages were confirmed for the 3058 and 3059, not the 3055.
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Milwaukee's three new M12 extended-reach ratchets trade speed for torque
Milwaukee's official release separates the three models clearly. The 3058-20 1/4-inch bare tool delivers up to 45 ft-lbs at 550 RPM, measures 15.4 inches, weighs 1.8 pounds, and lists at $279; a 3058-21 kit is $379. The 3059-20 3/8-inch bare tool delivers up to 70 ft-lbs at 400 RPM, measures 16.2 inches, weighs 2.1 pounds, and lists at $279; a 3059-21 kit is $379. The 3055-20 1/2-inch bare tool delivers up to 80 ft-lbs at 300 RPM, measures 16.5 inches, weighs 2.2 pounds, and lists at $279.
Drive size is not the only difference. The 1/4-inch 3058 is the fastest and lightest, the 1/2-inch 3055 supplies the most torque, and the 3/8-inch 3059 sits between them. Milwaukee includes button and paddle trigger caps across the line. Current Home Depot product pages were confirmed for the 3058 and 3059; this check did not find equally strong Home Depot evidence for the 3055.
Choosing among the three drives
Milwaukee's specifications show a deliberate progression: increasing drive size adds torque while reducing no-load speed and adding a little length and weight. The 3058 and 3059 are offered as $279 bare tools or $379 kits; the release lists the 3055 as a $279 bare tool. Each model includes a button trigger cap and an additional paddle trigger cap.
Workshop fit: The useful choice is the fast, light 1/4-inch model versus the balanced 3/8-inch model versus the higher-torque 1/2-inch model. Buyers should match the drive and access requirement first, then check current retailer stock for the exact model number.
- How do the three models compare in independent access, torque, and durability testing?
Wait if:Independent access-depth or torque testing is required before adding one to a professional workflow
Choose by:The exact drive, speed, torque, length, and weight combination matches the fasteners and clearances in the intended work
Verified specifications
| Spec | Milwaukee 3058-20 — 1/4" | Milwaukee 3059-20 — 3/8" | Milwaukee 3055-20 — 1/2" |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max torque | 45 ft-lbs | 70 ft-lbs | 80 ft-lbs |
| No-load speed | 550 RPM | 400 RPM | 300 RPM |
| Length | 15.4 in | 16.2 in | 16.5 in |
| Bare weight | 1.8 lb | 2.1 lb | 2.2 lb |
| Official configuration | $279 bare / $379 kit | $279 bare / $379 kit | $279 bare |
| Home Depot page checked | Confirmed | Confirmed | Not confirmed in this check |
Sources: Milwaukee official specs
Primary pages and records used for this report.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do the Milwaukee 3058, 3059, and 3055 differ?▼
The 3058-20 is the fastest and lightest at 550 RPM, 45 ft-lbs, and 1.8 pounds. The 3059-20 balances 400 RPM with 70 ft-lbs. The 3055-20 is the highest-torque model at 80 ft-lbs and 300 RPM.
What do Milwaukee's new extended-reach ratchets cost?▼
Milwaukee lists all three bare tools at $279. The official release also lists 3058-21 and 3059-21 kits at $379. Current retailer pricing and stock can change.
Are all three ratchets confirmed at Home Depot?▼
This July 24 check confirmed current Home Depot pages for the 3058-20 and 3059-20. It did not find equally strong Home Depot evidence for the 3055-20.
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