The much anticipated M18 Jobsite Radio 2790-20 has officially been announced and they solved all the problems with compatibility. Now all 12V-28V batteries from Milwaukee; M-series, V-series and NiCd will work to power this radio. But before you ask, no it doesn’t charge any of them. The weather sealed MP3 compartment will hold your iPod or other devices and keep them out of the rain. If you are concerned about durability they are made to the same standards as the M12 Radio 2590-20, checkout this YouTube that’s been working its way around.
The M18 Radio 2790-20 will be available soon but for more information on all Milwaukee M18 tools and accessories visit Ohio Power Tool. Read the full official Milwaukee Press Release below.
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation introduces the new Jobsite Radio powered by all of the MILWAUKEE® 12V-28V batteries including M-series, V-series and NiCad. Featuring premium 4" polypropylene woofers, 1" tweeters and a high performance digital amplifier, the new radio is up to 6X more powerful than the competition and provides the richest sound available in its class.
“MILWAUKEE® continues to provide innovative solutions on the job site that will raise the bar and lead the competition into the future,” says Rick Gambaccini, Sr. Product Manager for Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation. “While all competitors continue to use analog technology, the new MILWAUKEE® Jobsite Radio is the only radio in its class with a digital processor to deliver the highest reception accuracy and signal clarity in the industry.”
Backed by legendary Milwaukee durability, a shock absorbing ABS polymer and steel construction protects internal components from weather and abusive job site conditions. In addition, the 2790-20 features a weather sealed MP3 compartment to protect MP3 players and other audio devices.
Complete with an AM/FM Tuner, customizable equalizer and the first-ever job site radio bottle opener, this revolutionary Jobsite Radio will set the new standard for the quality of job site entertainment.
Specifications (2790-20)
Radio Pre-Set – FM (10), AM (10)
40 W RMS
12-28V
17.5lbs
