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ERSC 18 Reciprocating saw No product photo yet

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vsHiKOKI CR18DA

vsBosch GSA 18V-LI C

vsEinhell TE-AP 18/22 Li

Runs onFestool 18V5 batteries fit ›

Warranty3 years all-inclusive (with registration)The terms ›

SpecsFrom Festool's own documentationChecked 14 Oct 2026

Reciprocating Saws · Festool 18V

Festool ERSC 18 EB-Basic 18V Brushless One-Handed Reciprocating Saw (Body Only, T-LOC Systainer)

1.9kg bare18V3 years all-inclusive (with registration)

Festool ERSC 18: cordless one-handed reciprocating saw, 25.4mm stroke, up to 3,000 strokes/min, cuts wood up to 210mm, 1.9kg bare. Electric brake.

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25.4mm

Stroke length

210mm

Max cut, wood

110mm

Max cut, pipe

3,000spm

Stroke rate

Where it sits among one-handed reciprocating saws

Scaled against the 19 one-handed reciprocating saws we list, so full-size saws aren't in the mix. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.

Stroke length25.4mm

13mm lowestMakita DJR185highest 25.4mmThis one

Max cut, wood210mm

50mm lowestMakita DJR185highest 255mmMakita DJR189

Max stroke rate3,000spm

2,600spm lowestEinhell TE-AP 18/22 Lihighest 3,300spmMakita JR103D

Weight (bare)1.9kg

1.1kg lightestMakita JR105Dheaviest 2kgBosch GSA 18V-LI C

Compare it with: + DeWalt DCS369 + HiKOKI CR18DA + Bosch GSA 18V-LI C + Einhell TE-AP 18/22 Li

Full specs

From Festool's own documentation. Checked 14/10/2026. Report a spec error ›

Stroke & Cutting

Saw classOne-handed

Stroke length25.4 mm

Max stroke rate3,000 spm

Max cut, wood210 mm

Max cut, pipe110 mm

Max cut, mild steel20 mm

Blade, Shoe & Control

Brake✓ Yes

Soft start✓ Yes

Power & Motor

Voltage18V

MotorBrushless

Physical & Build

Weight (bare)1.9 kg

Weight (with battery)2.5 kg

LED work light✓ Yes

Case typeT-LOC Systainer

Case modelSystainer³ SYS3 M 187

Case included✓ Yes

Noise level90 dB(A) LpA / 98 dB(A) LwA

Vibration (cutting boards)4.5 m/s²

Vibration (cutting wooden beams)5 m/s²

Powered by Festool 18V · 5

All 5 batteries that fit this tool, smallest first. Kits and chargers ›

BP18Li3.0C 3.0Ah · 54Wh 0.4kg 2.3kg No retailer price yet About this battery ›

BP18Li4.0HPC 4.0Ah · 72Wh 0.6kg 2.5kg from £155.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

BP18TBX4 4.0Ah · 72Wh 0.6kg 2.5kg from £119.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

BP18Li5.0 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.7kg 2.6kg from £172.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

BP18TBX8 8.0Ah · 144Wh 1.0kg 2.9kg from £199.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

Tool weight worked out by adding each pack's weight to the bare tool, using the makers' figures. The maker's own with-battery figure can differ slightly. We may earn a commission on retailer links.

Warranty · 3yr

Up to 3 years1 year as standard, 3 once you register it with Festool

Register in MyFestool within 100 days of purchase for 3 years of free repair, including wear parts such as carbon brushes, bearings and battery packs. Also covers theft replacement for 3 years (excess applies) and 10-year spare-part availability. Not available to dealers, hire companies or resellers. Consumables and accessories are excluded.

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