Maximizing Your PACKOUT: What Fits in a Milwaukee PACKOUT?

Maximizing Your PACKOUT: What Fits in a Milwaukee PACKOUT?

The Milwaukee PACKOUT system is a game-changer for professionals and hobbyists alike, offering a modular and durable storage solution that adapts to various needs. Whether you're a contractor, a DIY enthusiast, or someone looking for efficient organization, understanding what fits into the PACKOUT system can help you get the most out of it.


Tool Storage: Built for the Pros (it's intended use)

The Milwaukee PACKOUT system is designed primarily for tool storage, and its various boxes, organizers, and totes accommodate everything from hand tools to power tools. Some of the best fits include:

    • Power Tools – Drills, impact drivers, saws, grinders, and their batteries fit well in the larger PACKOUT boxes.
    • Hand Tools – Wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, and measuring tapes can be neatly organized in tool trays within smaller units.
    • Fasteners & Accessories – Organizers with dividers make it easy to store nails, screws, bolts, and drill bits without losing track of them.
    • Automotive Tools – Whether you need to store wrenches, sockets, or diagnostic equipment, PACKOUT keeps everything accessible.

 

Outdoor & Hobby Gear: Thinking Outside the Box

The PACKOUT system isn’t just for work—it’s incredibly useful for personal hobbies as well. Here are some unconventional ways to use PACKOUT storage:

  • Fishing Gear – Tackle boxes, reels, bait, and tools fit neatly into organizers and trays.
  • Camping Essentials – Store cooking supplies, fire starters, first-aid kits, and survival gear in durable PACKOUT boxes.
  • Photography Equipment – Cameras, lenses, tripods, and accessories can be safely housed in the padded compartments of PACKOUT cases.
  • Ammo Storage – Conveniently turn your PACKOUT to a mega 'Ammo Can' with our Ammo Storage Insert | RANGER PRO Series

 

Everyday Organization: Taking Storage to the Next Level

Even if you're not carrying tools or outdoor gear, the PACKOUT system can revolutionize your organization at home or in your vehicle:

  • Office & Tech Supplies – Keep cables, chargers, notebooks, and small electronics neatly arranged.
  • Cleaning Supplies – Perfect for organizing sprays, wipes, cloths, and gloves for home maintenance.
  • Food & Beverage Storage – Some users even repurpose PACKOUT coolers to store drinks and snacks for road trips or job sites.

 

Dimensional Breakdown

  • Slim Organizer Bins (for 48-22-8431 & 48-22-8436)
USEABLE SPACE mm inch
LID INDENTATION INNER 10.25 0.40
WIDTH INNER 75 2.95
WIDTH INNER LONG 175 6.89
DEPTH 43.4 1.71

 

  • Deep Organizer Bins (for 84-22-8430 & 48-22-8435)
USEABLE SPACE mm inch
LID INDENTATION INNER 10.25 0.40
WIDTH INNER 88.95 3.50
WIDTH INNER LONG 190.6 7.50
DEPTH 95 3.74

 

 

The Milwaukee PACKOUT system isn’t just a toolbox—it’s an adaptable storage solution for work, hobbies, and everyday life. Whether you're keeping your tools safe or repurposing it for fishing trips or photography ventures, PACKOUT proves that great storage is all about versatility.


Are you using PACKOUT in a unique way? Let us know—we’d love to hear how you're making the most of it!

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