Milwaukee just announced its largest cordless circular saw: the M18 FUEL 10-1/4″ Rear Handle Circular Saw (3026-20), and it’s built for framers who want to cut through 4× dimensional lumber without dragging a cord across the jobsite. Launch is set for June 2026, and the product is currently at “Notify Me” status on Milwaukee’s website.
What Makes the 3026-20 Different
The 10-1/4″ blade is the key. Most cordless circular saws top out at 7-1/4″, which cuts 3× material but requires two passes on 4× lumber. The 3026-20 hits 3-13/16″ depth of cut at 90°, meaning it handles 4×4s and 4×6s in a single clean pass — the same capacity as traditional worm drive saws that are standard on framing sites.
Milwaukee claims it’s the lightest 10-1/4″ cordless saw available, coming in at 13.6 lbs when paired with the M18 REDLITHIUM FORGE HD12.0 battery. For context, gas-powered framing saws or corded worm drives often exceed 15 lbs, and cordless alternatives at this blade size have typically been heavier.
Key Specs
- Blade size: 10-1/4″ (comes with 28T thick kerf framing blade)
- Depth of cut: 3-13/16″ at 90° / check manufacturer specs for bevel depth
- Weight: 13.6 lbs (with HD12.0 battery)
- Battery life: Up to 250 cuts per charge in 4×4 lumber (M18 FORGE HD12.0)
- Safety: AUTOSTOP Advanced Kickback Protection — shuts off power on severe kickback detection
- Construction: All-magnesium guards and shoe
- Extras: Electric blade brake, LED work light, multi-sized rafter hook
- Warranty: 5-year limited
- Models: 3026-20 (bare tool) / 3026-21HD (kit with FORGE HD12.0 battery + charger)
Who This Is For
This isn’t a DIY saw. Framers, production carpenters, and remodelers cutting heavy structural lumber all day are the target. If your work involves headers, posts, beams, or anything thicker than standard 2× dimensional lumber, this fills a real gap in the cordless lineup.
It runs on the M18 platform, so anyone already invested in Milwaukee batteries can add this without buying into a new system. The 250-cut-per-charge figure on the HD12.0 battery is enough for a full morning of framing before you need to swap.
Where It Fits in Milwaukee’s Lineup
Milwaukee already offers the M18 FUEL 7-1/4″ Rear Handle Circular Saw (2930-20) for standard framing work. The 3026-20 steps above it for high-production framing where a single pass through thick material saves significant time over the course of a day. Our full circular saw roundup covers the 7-1/4″ class in depth, but this 10-1/4″ model stands alone in the cordless space.
Availability and Pricing
The 3026-20 launches in June 2026 exclusively through Home Depot and authorized Milwaukee dealers. Pricing has not been officially announced, but comparable Milwaukee rear handle saw kits have run in the $700–$900 range depending on battery configuration. Sign up for notifications at milwaukeetool.com to get alerted when it’s available.
If you’re shopping the M18 platform now, our battery platform comparison breaks down how Milwaukee stacks up against DeWalt, Makita, and Bosch for total ecosystem value — worth reading before you commit to a system for the long haul.
For more on Milwaukee’s framing and circular saw lineup versus the competition, check our Milwaukee vs. DeWalt head-to-head.
