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Key Features

70 CFM, 60″ of SuctionA POWERSTATE Brushless Motor and REDLINK PLUS Intelligence deliver real cleaning power, not just a big tank.Slide-Out Tank, No RemovalThe removable sliding tank dumps debris without pulling the whole vacuum off your PACKOUT stack first.VACLINK Wireless Dust ControlTurn the vacuum on and off from the hose end with the included remote, so you’re not walking back to a power switch every time you pause.

Overview

This is a cordless wet/dry vacuum designed for jobsite dust and debris collection on a PACKOUT stack. The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 4 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum w/ PACKOUT Compatibility & VACLINK (0971-20) is built around three things most wet/dry vacs get wrong: real suction, easy tank removal, and being fully usable while still stacked with the rest of your gear.

A POWERSTATE Brushless Motor paired with REDLINK PLUS Intelligence delivers 70 CFM of airflow and 60 in. of suction lift – genuine cleaning capability, not just a cordless motor bolted onto a bucket. The removable sliding tank design is the standout convenience feature: instead of disconnecting the vacuum from your PACKOUT stack to dump debris, the tank slides out on its own, so cleanup happens in seconds without breaking down your setup.

Runtime is built around a full day of use – on an M18 REDLITHIUM FORGE HD12.0 battery pack, this vacuum delivers 47 minutes in max runtime mode or 32 minutes in max power mode, so you’re choosing between longer coverage and stronger suction rather than being stuck with one setting. Every other feature – filter access, tank release, controls – was designed to be reachable from the outside of the unit, which matters when the vacuum is mounted mid-stack and you can’t get around behind it.

VACLINK Wireless Dust Control lets the vacuum talk to compatible Milwaukee tools and the included remote, so you can power the vacuum on and off from the hose end instead of walking back to a switch every time you pause a cut. The vacuum ships with a HEPA filter (49-90-1900) already installed, and it’s compatible with Milwaukee’s Fleece Dust Bags (49-90-1939) for anyone doing enough fine-dust work that changing bags beats scrubbing a filter. This is the right vacuum for anyone running a PACKOUT stack who wants dust collection built into the system instead of bolted on as an afterthought.

Dump the Tank Without Breaking Down Your Stack

Most wet/dry vacuums make you disconnect everything to empty the tank. This one slides the tank out on its own, so debris disposal doesn’t mean tearing down your PACKOUT setup.

• Removable sliding tank for fast, easy debris disposal
• Fully compatible with the PACKOUT Modular Storage System
• Controls and filter access reachable from outside the unit

Turn It On From the End of the Hose

VACLINK Wireless Dust Control lets the included remote switch the vacuum on and off from right where you’re working, cutting wasted runtime spent vacuuming with nothing to pick up.

• Included VACLINK Remote controls power at the hose end
• Connects wirelessly to other VACLINK-compatible Milwaukee tools
• Reduces wasted battery runtime between cuts

What’s in the Box

• (1) M18 FUEL 4 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum w/ PACKOUT Compatibility & VACLINK
• (1) VACLINK Remote
• (1) HEPA Filter (49-90-1900)
• (1) 1-7/8 in. x 9 ft. Expandable Hose
• (1) 1-7/8 in. Crevice Tool
• (1) 1-7/8 in. Utility Nozzle
• (1) Dust Extraction Hose Clip Adapter

Battery and charger sold separately.

Key Specifications

Compatibility

PACKOUT Modular Storage SystemFully compatible on the top, bottom, and back side for mounting and transport.M18 Battery PlatformRuns on M18 REDLITHIUM batteries, including the REDLITHIUM FORGE HD12.0 used for the runtime figures above.Replacement Hoses & Dust BagsCompatible with the Milwaukee 1-7/8 in. x 9 ft. Expandable Hose (49-90-1976) and Fleece Dust Bags (49-90-1939) for fine-dust collection.

Built For

General ContractingRemodelingDrywallWoodworkingConcrete

Pro Tip

Add a Fleece Dust Bag (49-90-1939) if you’re doing drywall or sanding work – the HEPA filter that ships with this vacuum handles general debris well, but a pre-filter bag keeps fine dust off the filter and holds suction longer between cleanings.

Warranty & Support

3 Year Warranty.

At a Glance

70CFM Airflow60″Suction (Water Lift)4 GalTank Capacity47 minMax Runtime (HD12.0)

Tool Nut’s Take

Tool Nut’s Take

The Vacuum Built to Actually Live in Your PACKOUT Stack

The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 4 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum w/ PACKOUT Compatibility & VACLINK is the first cordless wet/dry vac we’ve seen that’s genuinely designed to be used while stacked, not just stacked when it’s not in use.

• Who it’s for: Anyone running a PACKOUT system who wants integrated dust collection instead of a separate vacuum thrown in the truck bed.
• Why it stands out: The slide-out tank and outside-accessible controls solve the single biggest annoyance with stack-mounted vacuums – having to tear the whole stack down just to empty debris.
• Worth knowing: This is the tool-only listing – battery and charger are sold separately, and the included accessories are the hose, remote, filter, and nozzles, not a battery.

Common Questions

• Does this come with a battery? No – it’s sold as a tool only. It runs on M18 REDLITHIUM batteries, including the FORGE HD12.0 used for the published runtime figures.
• How long does it run on a charge? Up to 47 minutes in max runtime mode or 32 minutes in max power mode on an M18 REDLITHIUM FORGE HD12.0 battery.
• Can I empty the tank without taking it off my PACKOUT stack? Yes – the removable sliding tank design lets you dump debris without disconnecting the vacuum from the stack.
• What’s included in the box? The vacuum, VACLINK Remote, HEPA Filter, a 1-7/8 in. x 9 ft. Expandable Hose, a 1-7/8 in. Crevice Tool, a 1-7/8 in. Utility Nozzle, and a Dust Extraction Hose Clip Adapter.