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Milwaukee 3401 Review

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Drill/driver on the Milwaukee M12 platform, brushless motor, 350 in-lbs max torque, up to 1,550 RPM, 1.58 lb bare tool.

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3.2

Based on 1 rated Reddit owner comments (2 owner comments total) · Top 53% of tracked models by overall score

Owner sentiment
3.9
Recommendations
1.0
Spec score
3.4
Value
Not rated

Value: Not rated until Amazon prices are observed.

How scores work →

Limited Reddit owner feedback — we need more owner experiences.

Is the Milwaukee 3401 worth it?

It earns a mixed rating: 3.2/5 overall from 1 rated owner comments, with an average owner rating of 4.0★. The most discussed theme is compact & lightweight (1 mentions).

Who it suits

  • You care about compact & lightweight: 1 owner comment praise it.
  • You care about battery & runtime: 1 owner comment praise it.

Who should skip it

  • You drill concrete or brick often: it has no hammer mode (manufacturer spec).

Good fit / keep in mind

Good fit

  • Overhead and all-day work: 1.58 lb bare tool, Top 6% of tracked models.
  • Tight spaces: 5.4 in head length, Top 7% of tracked models.
  • Brushless motor for runtime and longevity.

Keep in mind

  • 12V class: lighter, but less power for large bits than 18V/20V drills.
  • Lower torque (350 in-lbs) for big bits or lag screws.
  • No hammer mode.

From manufacturer-specified figures.

Key specs

Max torquei
350 in-lbs
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Max speedi
1,550 RPM
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Weight (bare tool)i
1.58 lb
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Head lengthi
5.4 in
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Motori
Brushless
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Chuck sizei
3/8 in
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What the specs mean in practice

MetricValueRank
Max torque350 in-lbsTop 75% of tracked models
Max speed1,550 RPMTop 78% of tracked models
Weight (bare tool)1.58 lbTop 6% of tracked models
Head length5.4 inTop 7% of tracked models

What Reddit owners say

Praise

Compact & Lightweight 1 owner mention

Battery & Runtime 1 owner mention

4/5 Compact & LightweightBattery & Runtime

“I have the impact, which is a nice size, but I can’t use it for much, to be honest.”

owner comment via r/Dewalt · 2026-02-15 · 1 upvotes

Reddit threads

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FAQ

Is the Milwaukee 3401 a hammer drill?

No. The 3401 is a drill/driver without hammer mode, so it is not intended for masonry.

How much torque does the Milwaukee 3401 have?

The manufacturer rates it at 350 in-lbs, Top 75% of the drills we track.

What battery does the Milwaukee 3401 use?

It runs on Milwaukee's M12 battery platform (12V class).

Alternatives

Bosch PS31

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3.0 (4 owner comments)
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“I’m going to recommend the basic 2401-20, screw-gun as well..”

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Bosch GSR12V-140FC

Drill/driver · 12V Max
3.6 (21 owner comments)
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Compact & LightweightBattery & Runtime

“The drill is pretty good.”

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Keep deciding

Full specifications

Model3401 (spec source SKU 3401-20)
TypeDrill/driver
PlatformM12
Max torque350 in-lbs
Max speed1,550 RPM
Hammer rateNot published
Weight (bare tool)1.58 lb
Head length5.4 in
VoltageNot published
MotorBrushless
Chuck size3/8 in
Chuck typeAll Metal
Clutch settings12
Max powerNot published

Manufacturer-specified; missing fields are never estimated. Spec source · Last updated 2026-10-17