The M18™ FUEL™ 7-1/4 in circular saw cuts faster and weighs up to 40% less than corded saws, while delivering up to 537 cuts in 2 x 4 in on one charge. Utilizing A POWERSTATE™ brushless motor the M18™ FUEL™ 7-1/4 in circular saw cuts faster than corded counterparts. Weighing in at only 9 lb with battery pack, the saw is up to 40% lighter than competitive corded circular saws, without sacrificing cut depth or performance. REDLINK™ Plus™ intelligence has the most advanced system of cordless power tool electronics, providing optimized performance and overload protection by using total system communication between tool, battery and charger. The M18™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH DEMAND™ 9 Battery pack delivers up to 5X more runtime, 35% more power and runs 60% cooler than standard 18 VDC Lithium-Ion batteries. It maintains full power and runs substantially cooler through heavy applications, allowing users to push their cordless tools harder and longer than ever before. The M18™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH DEMAND™ 9 Battery is fully compatible with 100 plus M18™ tools. The M18™ fuel 7-1/4 in circular saw features an led light to increase accuracy in low light situations and a rafter hook for easy storage in between cuts. It also features a magnesium shoe as well as upper and lower guards to reduce tool weight while not sacrificing durability.