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Milwaukee 0779-22 V28 28-Volt Lithium-Ion 1/2-Inch Cordless Impact Wrench | List Price: $865.00
Discount Price: $398.00
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Brand: Milwaukee
Binding: Tools & Hardware
Features: - Revolutionary 28 Volt Lithium-Ion Technology
- 325 ft.lbs of maximum torque
- Variable Speed: 0-1450 rpm, 0-2450 ipm
- Up to 2x run-time of 18V tools
- Hanger Bracket with solid steel ring
Time Saver [Posted on 2006-04-18]
I do some circle track racing and bought this for convenience in the pit area. I wasn't sure if it would have enough power when I ordered it, but it has more than enough. It makes a tire change during the race much easier and a lot faster. The fuel gauge on the battery is really nice as well. This way you know how much juice you have and don't get stuck half way through a tire change and have the battery die on you.
I bought this originally for just tire changes. Now I find my self using it for pretty much everything on the cars. It works great for breaking loose head bolts and pretty much anything else under the car.
It even came in handy when building our deck this past summer. I guess it is just one of those tools that once you have it you find many more uses for it than you originally intended. This has been a great investment and I highly recommend it.
Big, Heavy, Strong - Tim Allen would love it. [Posted on 2006-07-20]
I have owned the Dewalt 1/2" Impact Wrench for several years. When I recently decided to do my own service on my 1.1/4 ton truck, I found out that the Dewalt just didn't have what it takes to loosen tire lug nuts. Enter the Milwaukee...
There is almost no way to describe this thing to you. First, it's BIG. It's not going to be the only Impact Wrench you own, because there are a lot of places it plain won't fit.
Second, it's HEAVY. Trying to hold this thing over your head to remove bolts requires some serious muscle. Not for the weak or faint of heart.
Finally, it's strong. Those lug nuts I was mentioning? Eight per wheel, and 32 total? This thing zipped the nuts off so fast I thought I had slipped off the first one! Took all 32 off, then a few hours later put all 32 back ON with one charge of the battery!!
And speaking of the battery - some genius at Milwaukee deserves a gold star. Remember when I said it won't fit certain places because of its size? Well, Milwaukee designed it so the battery can slide on from the front of the tool, or slide on from the back, and it works either way. Putting it on from the front makes the wrench shorter overall - if a little front heavy - while putting it on from the back gives you more room to get your wrench into tight spots by moving the battery pack out of the way.
BE WARNED that you should make certain you have a good set of impact sockets to go with this wrench. DO NOT attempt to use it with a standard socket, as you are likely to end up with shrapnel flying everywhere when the regular socket fails. Ask me how I know?!!
Bottom line - the tool is a little big for 'average' wrenching, but when you need to go after the big boys there is nothing like it!
Go buy one. You NEED it.
Thunbs Up [Posted on 2006-10-08]
I just got the 0779-22 unit. I bought this unit after comparing it to the Dewalt 18v wrench. (Dewalt is coming out with a 36v, 325ft-lb wrench.) The biggest selling point was the variable speed capability of the Milwaukee. I have used this for a weekend of racing. Performed a few tire swaps and service on the trailer with ease, approx 60 cycles of lug nuts at 87ft-lbs., 50% batt usage. Use of a torque stick makes tightening a breeze.
It took me a few cycles to get used to the action....it can't quite compete with my IR231 pneumatic wrench, but I am very impressed non the less.
The 0779-22 kit is a capable tool and I for one, am very satisfied.
Milwaukee Impact Wrench [Posted on 2007-01-10]
Great tool from an outstanding manufacturer! This 28 volt impact has the torque to break loose head bolts and lug nuts used in heavier trucks and SUVs on the road today. Mine is used in fleet service on delivery vehicles that require service remote from the central shop area.
Tire changes on ¾ to 1 ton trucks are routine and require battery charges only at the end of most shifts. The tool has also been used regularly to drive lag bolts and concrete anchors in assorted construction projects. This device is heavier than needed for lighter applications but for brute force it can't be beat on the heavy jobs.
The tools advantages are portability, power and consistent performance combined with a 5 year warranty!!!
MILWAUKEE LIED OVER RATED BUT WORKS DECENT [Posted on 2007-05-23]
OK THIS TOOL IS HIGHLY OVER RATED. IT COULDN'T TAKE OUT MY HONDA CRANK PULLY BOLT TORQUED FROM THE FACTORY. IT'S TORQUED TO ABOUT 150 FT/LB. SO YOU GET THE IDEA. THIS TOOL IS HEAVY AND HUGE. MILWAUKEE IS STUPID FOR RATING IT THAT HIGH. IT DOES TAKE OF ABOUT 75 FT/LB STRUGGLES A BIT. THIS TOOL IS NOT FOR AUTOMOTIVE USE. MIGHT BE ABLE TO BUST THE TIRE LUG NUTS FOR CARS. TRUCKS, BIGRIGS ETC YEA RIGHT! SAVE YOUR MONEY AND INVEST IN SOMETHING THAT IS RATED PROPERLY. I HIGHLY DOUDT THIG CAN TAKE OFF ANYTHING OVER 100 FT/LB. VERY HEAVY, HIGHLY OVERATED, BUT IT WORKS FOR SOME JOBS. NOT STRONG ENOUGH LIKE MILWAUKEE RATING...
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