Milwaukee 3009-24HD - 36V 650 CFM Cordless Brushless Backpack Blower
The Milwaukee 3009-24HD is a cordless backpack leaf blower delivering up to 650 CFM and 155 MPH. It is powered by four 12.0Ah 36V M18™ batteries. (Read full specs)
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Description
The M18 FUEL™ Dual Battery Backpack Blower is designed for the professional, delivering a higher blowing force than up to 60cc gas. The backpack blower reaches full throttle of 650 CFM and 155 MPH in under one second, boosting productivity and control.
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With its cordless backpack design, the Milwaukee 3009-24HD is appropriate for homeowners with a residential property with medium to large lawns, often half an acre to several acres as well as professionals who maintain several properties.
It features a maximum air speed of 155 MPH and a maximum air volume rating of 650 cubic feet per minute (CFM). In practice, it should move both scattered leaves and larger piles across yard areas, while also clearing heavier debris such as acorns, pine cones, or pine needles on patios or driveways.
The 3009-24HD features a 36V brushless motor, providing cordless operation for flexibility and mobility. Milwaukee claims that it can deliver power of a 60-cc gas backpack blower. The Milwaukee 3009-24HD is powered by two 12.0Ah M18™ batteries. Since the unit comes with four batteries, you can decide to run it on either 2 or 4 of them, which allows you to adjust the configuration for either lighter weight in quicker clean-ups or more runtime in extended clearing applications. When the 4 included batteries are used, power from the additional 2 batteries is used to extend the 3009-24HD's autonomy, providing up to 60 minutes of runtime.
With its variable speed settings, the Milwaukee 3009-24HD allows you to precisely control its air output. In addition, the blower is also equipped with cruise control, with which the user can easily maintain the selected settings. In addition to the variable speed trigger, the unit provides even more control over power and battery life, by allowing the user to choose between 3 different power modes.
With a bare tool weight of 18.4 lbs and 32.1 lbs with the four batteries, the backpack format helps the user move more easily while holding and directing the tube. Its throttle is located on the tube, which allows to keep the left hand free.
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The Milwaukee 3009-24HD's performance versus other blowers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea how the key specs of the Milwaukee 3009-24HD compare with other cordless backpack leaf blowers.
- When compared to other cordless backpack blowers in the 36 to 40V range, the Milwaukee 3009-24HD stands out for its higher bare tool weight of 18.4 lbs. To enjoy the lowest possible weight in this category, you could have a look at the Ryobi RY40HPLB02K which is only 13.2 lbs the bare tool.
- Air expelled from the blower's nozzle can reach speeds of 155 MPH, indicating a lower air speed, when compared to other battery-operated backpack blowers. For the fastest air speed in this category, you may want to consider the Stihl BRA 280, which can expell air at a velocity that can reach 192 MPH.
- The airflow of Milwaukee 3009-24HD reaches 650 CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute), placing it on par with other cordless backpack blowers with a comparable voltage. If air volume is important to you, the Ryobi RY40HPLB02K, with 850 CFM, could be in your good books.
- Users can anticipate a maximum autonomy of 60 minutes from its battery, suggesting that the 3009-24HD's runtime is below average among cordless backpack units. To enjoy the best possible autonomy in this category, you could have a look at the Makita CBU02Z which offers up to 240 minutes of runtime.
- While runtime is an important metric, it is closely tied to battery capacity. To understand performance more clearly, it’s also useful to look at runtime efficiency, how long the unit runs relative to its battery size. The Milwaukee 3009-24HD shows relatively low runtime efficiency, providing fewer minutes of operation for each unit of battery power. If you are focused on getting more use per charge, the Ryobi RY40HPLB02K offers the highest runtime efficiency, at 0.23 minutes per Wh.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other 36-40V cordless backpack blowers, the Milwaukee 3009-24HD is on the expensive side of the price range.
While certainly not the cheapest of its kind, purchasing it could most likely also mean enjoying the reliability of a high-end product.
The bottom line
- Brushless motor
- Modular battery set-up
- Cruise control
- Decent CFM (650 CFM)
- On the expensive side
- High bare tool weight (18.4 lbs)
- Low MPH (155 MPH)
- Low autonomy (60 mins)
- Low power efficiency
Features and Specifications
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Handling | Backpack |
| Air volume | Up to 650 CFM |
| Air speed | Up to 155 MPH |
| Blowing force | Up to 20.5 N |
| Motor type | Brushless |
|---|---|
| Battery system | 36V (2 x 18V) M18™ |
| Battery capacity | 12.0Ah (432Wh) |
| Autonomy | 60 mins |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Battery included | 4 x 12.0Ah (RED LITHIUM) |
|---|---|
| Cruise control | Yes |
| Noise rating | 62 dB |
| Weight (w/ battery) | 32.1 lbs |
|---|---|
| Weight (tool only) | 18.4 lbs |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Series | M18 FUEL™ |
| UPC | 045242755967 |
We've taken extra care to research and verify each of the specifications above. That said, occasional mistakes or omissions are still possible. If you spot any missing or inaccurate information, feel free to suggest a correction so we can address it. For full technical details on the Milwaukee 3009-24HD, the user manual is available here (opens in a new tab).
About Milwaukee
The Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation was first established in 1924 by A. F. Seibert in Milwaukee, Wisconsin USA. Since then, Milwaukee has become one of the most popular names in power tools for contractors and do-it-yourselfers. In 2005, the company was acquired by Techtronic Industries. Milwaukee continues to produce high-quality power tools, both corded-electric and powerful battery-operated systems. These include outdoor power equipment, such as leaf blowers, chainsaws, hedge trimmers, sprayers, and string trimmers. Milwaukee Tool is based in the USA, and maintains manufacturing plants at home, as well as in Europe and China.
Warranty Information
The Milwaukee 3009-24HD is covered under a warranty for up to 3 years. This warranty may not cover all parts of the blower.
For more information about the warranty of Milwaukee blowers, please consult Milwaukee's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-800-SAWDUST (729-3878).
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