For many professionals, Milwaukee is their brand of choice for the complete range of products in its portfolio. As the summer heats up, Milwaukee has been releasing several products throughout its lineup, including one from its latest Packout show. And if you’ve already invested heavily in its M18 or M12 cordless battery systems, you’ll be happy to know that the tool manufacturer is finally releasing a new set of extended ratchets for you to consider. Extension ratchets are essential for all kinds of jobs, whether you’re working on engine bays, exhaust systems, or pipes. Unlike regular ratchets, they are designed for hard-to-reach situations, such as deep holes or recessed areas.
Milwaukee is no stranger to the extended ratchet game. In 2019, it released its first generation models with the ¼-inch Extended Reach Ratchet (2559-20) and the ⅜-inch Extended Reach Ratchet (2560-20). Over the years, it has been well received with hundreds of positive reviews for its performance. However, it would only be a matter of time before Milwaukee took it to the next level. Ahead of their July 2026 arrival, Milwaukee announced a new extended reach system equipped with modern motors capable of producing much higher torque. Under its M12 FUEL system, we’ll be seeing ¼-inch, ⅜-inch, and ½-inch Extended Reach Ratchets on shelves soon, all selling for $279 for the bare tool. Here’s what you need to know about them, how much they’ll cost, and if there are ways to get more bang for your buck.
What you need to know about Milwaukee extended ratchets
Among the three, the M12 FUEL ½-inch Extended Reach Ratchet (3055-20) is the longest at 16.5 inches. It is also very heavy at 2.2 lbs without battery. Designed to reach 300 RPM, it is capable of producing up to 80 ft-lbs of torque. Although it’s the only model that can be sold as a kit, it means you can invest in an M12 battery with extra runtime separately.
On the other hand, there is the M12 FUEL ⅜-inch Extended Reach Ratchet (3059-20), which delivers up to 400 RPM and a maximum torque of 70 ft-lbs. It is also more compact, an empty tool that weighs 2.1 lbs and is 16.2 inches long. Finally, you can choose the smallest of the bunch, the M12 FUEL ¼-inch Extended Reach Ratchet (3058-20). It is about 15.4 inches long and weighs 1.8 lbs (battery not included). Although it still revs up to 550 RPM, it has a lower torque of 45 ft-lbs.
Alternatively, the kits are available in both ⅜-inch and ¼-inch models, which retail for $100 more at $379. The M12 FUEL ⅜-inch Extended Reach Ratchet Kit (3059-21) and M12 FUEL ¼-inch Extended Reach Ratchet both include a 28-inch ratchet Modular button cap, modular paddle cap, M12 High Output 2.5 Ah battery, and M12 charger. Milwaukee also sells safety boots specific to each of the three ratchet models, available for $29 each.