18V Brushless Compact Router (Tool-Only)

R86044B

Features

This tool is backed by the industry’s only lifetime service agreement, simply register within 90 days of purchase for free parts, free service for life.
Extended runtime- cut up to 400 ft. of laminate per charge with 5ah battery (not included)
Brushless motor technology delivers more run-time and longer motor life
Variable speed dial for easily adjusting speed to application
Micro-adjust dial for easily adjusting the router depth to the specific material and application
Soft start technology helps prevent gouges on work surface and extends motor life
Variable speed option allows operator to adjust speed from 17,000 RPM to 25,000 RPM
Quick release lever allows easy removal of the motor housing from the base
Includes tool only; RIDGID 18-Volt lithium-ion battery and charger must be purchased separately
LED light illuminates work area and improves visibility
Backed by a lifetime limited warranty

Support Documents

Safety Notice

18V Battery packs/chargers correlation (109.02 KB)

Operator's Manual

R86044 Operator's Manual (3.75 MB)

Warranty

Lifetime Service Agreement

Reviews
Q&A

18V Brushless Compact Router (Tool-Only) is rated 3.6 out of 5 by 5.

Rated 3 out of 5 by Im3000psi from Battery usage deceitful. I have many Rigid tools and consider myself a Rigid supporter. In this case I felt deceived mainly by the 5Amh battery. Only got about 1.5 hrs.

Date published: 2019-03-05

Rated 1 out of 5 by Kaos from Such potential....unfulfilled. I often work when no power is available or too far away. I thought this new brushless router was going to solve that. I already purchased the new brushless hammerdrill/ impact combo kit with the two 3 amphour batteries...so I figured the router would be a convenient fit. After purchasing it, I spent a little time getting to know the router. I connected a fresh battery and turned it on for maybe 30 seconds. I noticed the on/off button is a poor design. Odd placement and orientation. Turning the router on and off will take some getting used to, but everything else seemed good. The LED light is a nice feature. The next day I took it to a job site, put a fresh battery on it...set a 5/16 square bit to a 1/4 inch depth, and got maybe 20 total feet done when the routers motor ended in a smelly, smoke pouring out the vents, sudden death. Couldn't finish the job that day...cost me more than the router. Don't really know if I can afford to risk another.

Date published: 2018-10-11

Rated 5 out of 5 by SmokedNeckbones from Cuts well, LED light is handy, I always forget where the switch is when I need to shut it off I am a DIYer and this is a great product for me, I always, always, forget where the switch is when it time shut it off. That is my only complaint. I have used this with 2x and MDF. For those who are new to a router, slow and steady wins the race. Do not try to remove everything in one pass, take off a little at a time and make multiple passes taking off a little more each time. This will ensure a better cut and will reduce the load on your router so it does not burn out quickly. I do appreciate that the power on/off switch requires you pull it out, I feel that this is to prevent the router from accidentally turning on if someone left the battery in. Since companies are always creating accessories to meet needs , I would love to see a vacuum port for this, whenever you cut wood you have to deal with lots of dust. I would love to see a better dust control system.

Date published: 2017-12-11

Rated 4 out of 5 by IanHR from Great router, bad switch I find this compact router very good. I used it for trimming formica and occasionally for making bullnose edges on sill. But for the past couple of months the switch starts acting up and now won't run unless I hold the switch out with my finger. But overall a great product. I would buy it again. I am not happy that it's a dud now.

Date published: 2017-04-29

Rated 5 out of 5 by JGaines from This router is BOMB! This router is great! It completely blew me away. I used it to build some mdf shelving and did a 1/2" bit and it went through it with ease.I am very pleased with it!

Date published: 2017-01-04

Table mount option?

Is there an option to mount this router to a router table? If so, what is recommended? Thanks.

Asked by: ToolSeeker

Does it come with a round base too? What is it's power in HP? How does it's power compare to the corded ones

Asked by: JoseMi