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Milwaukee 3/8 in. D X 18 in. L Ship Auger Bit Hardened Steel
Milwaukee 3/8 in. D X 18 in. L Ship Auger Bit Hardened Steel
Milwaukee 3/8 in. D X 18 in. L Ship Auger Bit Hardened Steel
Milwaukee 3/8 in. D X 18 in. L Ship Auger Bit Hardened Steel

Milwaukee 3/8 in. D X 18 in. L Ship Auger Bit Hardened Steel

Meet the Milwaukee 3/8 in. D x 18 in. L Ship Auger Bit in hardened steel—built for deep, precise holes in wood, even when nails are present. This heat-treated bit is designed to st…

Milwaukee MPN 48-13-5500
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About Product Overview

Meet the Milwaukee 3/8 in. D x 18 in. L Ship Auger Bit in hardened steel—built for deep, precise holes in wood, even when nails are present. This heat-treated bit is designed to stand up to demanding carpentry, framing, and cabinetry tasks, delivering reliable performance project after project.

Why this Ship Auger stands out

  • Long reach for deep holes: An 18-inch overall length lets you bore deep into thick stock, studs, or beams without frequent repositioning.
  • Precise 3/8-inch diameter: Ideal for dowels, wiring channels, and pilot holes that preserve surrounding material while providing clean, accurate cuts.
  • Hardened steel, heat treated: Enhanced wear resistance and extended bit life when drilling through hard woods or boards with embedded nails.
  • Hex shank thimble: 5/8-inch hex shank offers a secure grip and reduces wobble, ensuring efficient material removal with drills or impact drivers.
  • Designed for nail-embedded wood: Engineered to handle nail encounters gracefully, minimizing binding and stress on the bit.
  • Boxed, single-piece packaging: Ready-to-use in your drill kit with straightforward storage and organization.
  • Note on sales: Per Milwaukee policy, this item is restricted from certain third-party online marketplaces.

Practical use cases

Use this bit when you need deep, straight bores in thick lumber for dowels, plumbing or electrical pass-throughs, or when routing channels through studs. It’s especially effective in renovation or remodeling projects where you encounter nail-embedded boards, allowing you to maintain control and produce clean holes without excessive wear on the bit.

Specifications at a glance

  • Diameter: 3/8 in
  • Length: 18 in
  • Shank: 5/8 in hex shank
  • Material: Hardened steel; heat treated
  • Quantity: 1 piece per package
  • Packaging: Boxed
  • Usage: Drilling into clean or nail-embedded wood

The Details Specifications

Brand Milwaukee
UPC 045242159062
Case Pack Quantity 18 per case
Retail Unit Quantity 1
Dimensions (L × W × H) 1 × 1 × 20
Weight 0 lbs
Country of Origin CHINA
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