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What does the 2722-21HD kit add to the 2722-20 saw?
The exact manufacturer page lists a 2722-20 SUPER SAWZALL, one M18 HD12.0 battery, a 48-59-1808 rapid charger, one blade and a contractor bag. The battery line is contradictory within that page, so verify whether 48-11-1812 HIGH OUTPUT or 48-11-1813 FORGE is supplied.
Explore this need in the finder →Can orbital action and an adjustable shoe be confirmed?
Yes. The exact 2722-20 product page and operator manual document selectable straight/orbital action and an adjustable shoe. They do not establish a measured cutting result; follow the manual’s mode guidance and workpiece setup.
Explore this need in the finder →Does 8.8 pounds describe the full 2722-21HD kit?
No. Milwaukee’s launch material gives 8.8 pounds for the 2722-20 bare tool. The complete package and battery-on setup are heavier; the current kit page’s battery details also conflict, so do not use the bare-tool number as a kit weight.
Explore this need in the finder →Which HD12.0 battery is included?
The manufacturer page conflicts: the In The Box panel names HIGH OUTPUT 48-11-1812, while overview text and the kit graphic identify FORGE 48-11-1813. The page supports battery presence but not a settled pack SKU; verify it before purchase.
Explore this need in the finder →The SUPER SAWZALL kit and its included saw
The Milwaukee 2722-21HD is a separate kit SKU centered on the M18 FUEL SUPER SAWZALL, model 2722-20. Its full-size two-handed saw is the same model assessed in the 2722-20 tool-only review; the kit adds a battery, charger, blade and contractor bag. That package distinction affects what is ready to use and what must be verified in a listing, while the saw's operating features remain those documented for the included 2722-20.
Milwaukee's exact product page identifies a brushless motor, a 1-1/4-inch stroke and a no-load speed of 3,000 SPM, plus a variable-speed trigger and five-speed dial. The page also documents selectable on/off orbital action, an adjustable shoe, a tool-free QUIK-LOK clamp, an LED and a rafter hook. These are manufacturer-listed features. They do not establish a measured cut time, battery runtime, vibration level or durability result, and the phrase “15A corded power” is the maker's comparison language rather than an independent equivalence test.
Package contents—and a battery detail that needs checking
The manufacturer page's “In The Box” section names one 2722-20 saw, one M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT HD12.0 pack with part number 48-11-1812, one M18/M12 rapid charger (48-59-1808), one blade and one contractor bag. That list establishes that the kit is more than a bare tool and includes charging equipment. However, the same exact page's product-overview text names a REDLITHIUM FORGE HD12.0 pack, part 48-11-1813, and the page's kit image depicts a FORGE HD12.0 battery. The official content conflicts about the exact battery line and part number.
The safe conclusion is limited: the exact kit page identifies one M18 HD12.0 battery, but the included pack's exact designation cannot be reconciled from that page as captured. Do not rely on the photo alone or quietly substitute the older HIGH OUTPUT listing for the newer FORGE reference. Before purchase, check the seller's itemized contents and ask which battery part is supplied under 2722-21HD. The 2722-20 tool-only package does not include battery or charger; its 8.8-pound bare-tool specification is not the weight of the complete 2722-21HD arrangement.
Where orbital action and shoe adjustment matter
The manual describes two cutting actions: straight and orbital. Milwaukee says orbital mode is intended for more aggressive wood cutting, while straight action is the option to consider for metal or smoother control. That selector makes the 2722-20 meaningfully different from the 2621-20 and 2625-20, whose exact sources do not establish selectable orbital action. The shoe also adjusts, and the manual explains how to release and position it. That is a documented feature, not a promise that every cut can be made flush or that blade life will reach a particular target.
The QUIK-LOK clamp accepts the specified 1/2-inch universal blades; the exact manual gives a 3-1/2-inch minimum blade length and cautions that the blade must stay extended beyond the work and shoe through the stroke. It instructs users to remove the battery for blade changes, secure stock, press the shoe against the work, and check for hidden wiring, gas piping and water lines before blind or plunge cuts. Changing orbital mode does not remove the need to select a suitable blade, support the work or follow the manual's protective-equipment directions.
Weight, battery and handling are separate questions
Milwaukee's launch information gives the 2722-20 bare tool as 8.8 pounds and reports a heavier battery-equipped configuration for the then-listed kit. That bare-tool value is a manufacturer specification, not a new measurement. Because the current kit page conflicts on whether the HD12.0 pack is HIGH OUTPUT or FORGE, an old total-weight figure tied to a particular pack should not be treated as a verified weight for the current boxed arrangement. Add the exact battery and blade you plan to use when checking a carry or overhead limit.
The large full-size frame, five-speed dial, adjustable shoe and orbital selector provide more documented control choices than the compact one-handed HACKZALL format, but that does not make this kit the better fit for tight-access work or every user. The included M18 battery makes it a complete package on paper, although the exact battery line is ambiguous. Buyers should also consider whether the rapid charger and contractor bag add value to their shop, or duplicate equipment already owned.
Who should consider the 2722-21HD
This kit is best examined by someone looking for a full-size cordless reciprocating saw with documented brushless construction, selectable orbital action and an adjustable shoe, and who wants a battery, rapid charger, blade and bag in one exact SKU. It is a poor match if the buyer needs a confirmed battery part number without further verification, a known complete-kit weight, or compact one-handed access. The model should not be confused with the bare-tool 2722-20; the kit suffix is part of the product identity.
The analysis is based on Milwaukee's exact 2722-21HD and 2722-20 pages, the 2722-20 operator manual and the manufacturer's launch material. No hands-on use, ownership, cut test, runtime test, vibration test or personal weight measurement is claimed. Recheck the written box contents before purchase, especially the battery designation, and use the manual rather than a product graphic as the authority for safe setup.
Key specifications
Key details at a glance
| Saw format | Full-size, two-handed saw |
|---|---|
| Power source | Cordless battery |
| Battery platform | Milwaukee M18 |
| Motor type | Brushless |
| Stroke length | 1.25 in |
| No-load stroke rate | 3000 SPM |
| Tool-free blade change | Yes |
| Selectable orbital action | Yes |
| Work light | Yes |
| Hang hook | Yes |
| Bare-tool weight | 8.8 lb |
| Battery in this package | Yes |
| Charger in this package | Yes |
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