M12™ 2.0 Starter Kit

Milwaukee 48-59-2420 – Product Description

What it is:

The 48-59-2420 is a Milwaukee M12™ REDLITHIUM™ 2.0Ah battery + charger starter kit. It’s designed for the M12 12V cordless tool system.

Key specs:

• System: Milwaukee M12 (12V platform)
• Battery type: REDLITHIUM™ CP2.0
• Capacity: 2.0Ah
• Included charger: M12 charger (charges all M12 batteries)
• Voltage: 12V lithium-ion system
• Compatibility: All Milwaukee M12 tools

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Key features:

• Compact size battery: Lightweight, good for tight-space tools
• REDLITHIUM™ technology: Better runtime and durability than standard lithium-ion packs
• Fast charging: Typically ~30–60 min depending on battery size
• Fuel gauge indicator: Shows remaining charge
• Tool-wide compatibility: Works with drills, impacts, lights, etc. in M12 lineup
• Jobsite durability: Built for cold-weather and heavy use conditions

In plain terms:

This is a basic starter battery kit for Milwaukee’s smaller 12V tool system.

It’s meant for:

• compact drills
• impact drivers
• inspection lights
• light-duty jobsite tools

Compared to M18 packs:

• smaller and lighter
• less power
• but much better for tight spaces and everyday handheld tools

Simple takeaway:

• 48-59-2420 = M12 2.0Ah battery + charger kit
• Entry-level / compact Milwaukee power system
• Best for light to medium duty cordless tools
• Not for high-demand tools like saws or grinders