Milwaukee M12 3055-20 Ratchet: $279, 80 ft-lbs, 300 RPM
Milwaukee confirms the M12 FUEL 3055-20 extended-reach ratchet at $279 with 80 ft-lbs, 300 RPM, a 16.5-inch body, and modular trigger caps.
Checked August 8, 2026: Milwaukee lists the bare-tool M12 FUEL 3055-20 extended-reach ratchet at $279. Its official specifications are 300 RPM, up to 80 ft-lbs of torque, a 16.5-inch height, and 2.2-pound bare-tool weight. A button cap is installed and a paddle trigger cap is included.
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Milwaukee confirms the 3055-20 at $279 with 80 ft-lbs and 300 RPM
Milwaukee Tool lists the M12 FUEL 1/2-inch Extended Reach Ratchet, model 3055-20, at $279 as a bare tool. The official press release specifies 300 RPM, up to 80 ft-lbs of maximum torque, a 16.5-inch height, and a 2.2-pound bare-tool weight. Milwaukee says the ratchet ships with a button trigger cap installed and an additional paddle cap, while optional low-profile and raised anvil assemblies address access and repair needs.
This is a reach-and-access tool, not an impact wrench substitute. The 16.5-inch body adds leverage and gets the head deeper into crowded spaces, while the ratcheting motor speeds removal after a fastener is broken loose. Milwaukee publishes the specifications and list price; it does not establish current local stock or independent comfort, durability, and runtime results.
Where the extended reach matters
Model 3055-20 uses a 1/2-inch anvil, a POWERSTATE brushless outer-rotor motor, bi-directional motor firmware, a targeted LED, a battery-isolation system, a metal-reinforced housing, a grease port, and modular trigger caps. Milwaukee lists the bare tool at 2.2 pounds and 16.5 inches tall. The $279 figure is Milwaukee's published price for the bare tool, without a battery or charger.
Access over outright breakaway power: The tool is aimed at mechanics who already use the M12 platform and repeatedly work around deep or obstructed fasteners. Its 80 ft-lbs and long body can reduce hand repositioning, but stubborn high-torque fasteners may still require an impact wrench or hand tool before the powered ratchet takes over.
- How does the long body affect fatigue during a full day of under-hood work?
- Which retailers have the 3055-20 in local stock at the published price?
Check local fit before buying if:Your work is mostly open-access or your existing ratchet already reaches the fasteners that consume the most time.
Consider the 3055-20 if:You already own M12 batteries and regularly need a 1/2-inch ratchet to reach deep fasteners where a bulkier impact wrench will not fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Milwaukee 3055-20 ratchet?▼
Milwaukee's official announcement lists the M12 FUEL 3055-20 at $279 as a bare tool. A battery and charger are not included. Retail prices and local inventory can vary, so use Milwaukee's Where to Buy route for a current check.
How much torque does the Milwaukee 3055-20 make?▼
Milwaukee rates the 1/2-inch 3055-20 at up to 80 ft-lbs of maximum torque and 300 RPM. Those are manufacturer specifications, not independent measured results from The Crafty Catsman.
What comes with the Milwaukee 3055-20 bare tool?▼
Milwaukee says a modular button trigger cap is installed and an additional paddle trigger cap is included. The 3055-20 is sold as a bare tool, so a compatible M12 battery and charger are separate.
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