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Milwaukee® M18™ Compact Brushless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver Kit

Model number
3601-21CT

The Milwaukee M18 Compact Brushless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver Kit pairs the 3601-20 drill with one M18 CP2.0 battery, an M18/M12 multi-voltage charger, and a contractor bag. Milwaukee positions the platform as a compact 18V drill with faster application speed, 550 in-lbs of torque, and better control in overhead or tighter work areas than larger full-size models. At 5.7 inches long, it is built for general drilling and fastening work while staying inside the Milwaukee M18 battery system. This kit format is suited to buyers who need a lighter entry package rather than a larger multi-battery setup.

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Model no.
3601-21CT
Brand
Milwaukee
Category
Drill Driver
Canonical URL
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§ Specifications

#specifications
Product Type
Drill/Driver
Voltage (V)
18
Cordless / Corded
Cordless
Power Source
Battery
Motor Type
Brushless
Tool Only
No
Batteries Included
1
Charger Included
Yes
Piece Count
4
Length (in.)
5.7
Weight (lbs)
3.2
Battery Platform
M18™
Chuck Type
Keyless
Chuck Size (in.)
0.5
Max Speed (RPM)
1,700
Max Torque (in-lbs)
550
Speed Settings
2
Hammer Function
No
One Key Enabled
No
Warranty
5-year tool; 2-year battery

§ What's Included

01 (1) M18™ Compact Brushless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver (3601-20)
02 (1) M18™ REDLITHIUM™ CP2.0 Battery (48-11-1820)
03 (1) M18™ & M12™ Multi-Voltage Charger (48-59-1812)
04 (1) Contractor Bag

§ Warranty

5-year tool; 2-year battery

§ FAQ

What comes in the 3601-21CT kit?

The 3601-21CT kit includes the 3601-20 drill, one M18 CP2.0 battery, an M18/M12 multi-voltage charger, and a contractor bag. It is the lighter single-battery kit version of Milwaukee's compact brushless 1/2 in. drill/driver platform.

How is the 3601-21CT different from the bare-tool 3601-20?

The drill platform is the same, but the 3601-21CT adds one battery, a charger, and a bag. That makes it more convenient for buyers who need a ready-to-use starter kit rather than just the bare tool.

How compact is the 3601-21CT drill?

Milwaukee lists the drill at 5.7 inches long, and the kit page calls out a weight of 3.2 pounds with battery. That helps keep it manageable for tighter work areas and overhead drilling.

Is the 3601-21CT a hammer drill kit?

No. This is a standard drill/driver kit without hammer mode. It is intended for general drilling and fastening, not masonry drilling.

How much power does the 3601-21CT platform provide?

Milwaukee's overview calls out 550 in-lbs of torque and a top speed of 1,700 RPM. That places it as a compact M18 drill-driver with good general-purpose performance rather than as a maximum-output heavy-duty model.

Does the 3601-21CT have a verified Amazon listing?

Not yet. Similar listings appeared during review, but no exact 3601-21CT DP page was confidently verified in this pass, so the Amazon URL is intentionally left unset for now.