Ryobi R18IW7-0 Review

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Our Rating:

Read our review of the Ryobi R18IW7-0 18V Impact Wrench. Achieves a maximum torque of 270Nm. Features a cordless design, an 'Auto-Stop' mode which tightens nuts to 120Nm without over-tightening, a 3-speed controller, an intelligent nut removal system, and Tri-Beam lighting.

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✔ Colours	Hyper Green
✔ Power	18V Battery
✔ Speed	3
✔ Torque	270Nm
✔ Lighting	Tri-Beam
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Our Review

The Ryobi R18IW7-0 18V Impact Wrench is a powerful, adjustable and well designed tool which is ideal for tightening/loosening wheel bolts, coach bolts, etc. It offers a maximum torque of 270Nm, and has a variable speed controller which lets you choose from three settings. One feature of interest is the tool's 'Auto-Stop' system which tightens nuts to 120Nm, hence avoiding over-tightening.

Ryobi R18IW7-0 18V Impact Wrench in use.

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The Ryobi R18IW7-0 18V Impact Wrench is a cordless tool, letting you manoeuvre it without any power cables pulling against it. It takes an 18V ONE+ battery which powers a whole host of Ryobi tools. Note that the battery is sold separately. The tool has an intelligent nut removal system which slows the rotational speed towards the end of the thread for easy nut removal. Tri-Beam lighting illuminates your work area.

About Ryobi

Ryobi are a brand of hand tools, power tools, gardening equipment, and more. Their range includes drill drivers, impact drivers, circular saws, jigsaws, mitre saws, angle grinders, polishers, belt sanders, palm sanders, routers, planers, compressors, nailers, staplers, and more. Ryobi have a reputation for quality.

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Specification

We now look at the features:

Performance - The Ryobi R18IW7-0 18V Impact Wrench achieves up to 270Nm of torque. It lets you easily tighten and loosen heavy duty fasteners such as wheel nuts and coach bolts.
Power - The tool is cordless, allowing for a high level of freedom and manoeuvrability. It takes an 18V ONE+ battery which can be used in conjunction with other cordless Ryobi tools. It has a brushless motor with a long service life.
Auto-Stop - The tool has an 'Auto-Stop' mode which automatically tightens nuts to 120Nm, thereby preventing over-tightening. It's ideal for use on cars.
Speed Control - The Ryobi R18IW7-0 18V Impact Wrench has a three-speed controller which lets you tighten bolts to different torques.
Nut Removal - The tool has an intelligent nut removal system which slows the speed of the screw towards the end of the thread, therefore allowing for controlled collection.
Tri-Beam Lighting - Tri-Beam LED lighting illuminates your work area without creating shadows.

Summary

Overall, the Ryobi R18IW7-0 18V Impact Wrench is a well designed tool which achieves a maximum torque of 270Nm. It works effectively on loosening/tightening wheel nuts, coach bolts, and similar. We particularly like its 3-speed controller, as well as its intelligent nut removal system. We also like its Tri-Beam lighting system (without shadows), its cordless design, and its 'Auto-Stop' mode which tightens nuts to 120Nm without over-tightening. We rate the Ryobi R18IW7-0 18V Impact Wrench 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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