Milwaukee
Milwaukee Tool BIG HAWG with Carbide Teeth Clean Wood Pilot Bit
- SKU:
- MLW48-27-1401
- Availability:
- Usually Ships Same Day
- Weight:
- 0.06 LBS
Description

DUTY®
BIG HAWG
Clean-Wood Pilot
Start BIG HAWG holes in clean wood with the 3/8-inch pilot bit and its machined cutting edge.
Product Overview
The central point starts the pilot path before the wider cutting edges enter the wood.
Its shaped profile helps chip removal and plug release when paired with the matching cutter.
- Pilot diameter3/8 inch
- Starting pointCentral point geometry
- Cutting edgeMachined for chip removal
- Material choiceClean wood
Technical Specifications
- Pilot diameter
- 3/8 in
- Work material
- Clean wood
- Cutter fit
- BIG HAWG hole cutters
- Cutting edge
- Machined
- Point style
- Central point
- Bit profile
- Spade-style
Choose the Correct Fit
Choose this pilot for clean-wood work with the matching BIG HAWG hole cutter. Select the appropriate pilot for other materials or embedded fasteners.
Check the arbor and pilot retention before use. A loose or damaged pilot can affect how the hole starts and how the cutter tracks.
Installation & Care
Inspect the point and machined cutting edges for wear. Remove packed chips with the tool stopped and power disconnected.
Follow the hole cutter and drill instructions for speed, control and material limits. Cutter nail-cutting claims do not establish this clean-wood pilot’s capacity.
Small Details. Big Jobsite Energy.
Get set. Stay focused. Make your next move count.
THE NEXT JOB.
Ask Willy:
Tell Willy the BIG HAWG arbor, cutter size and material to help choose the correct pilot bit.
Important Product Questions
Is this the clean-wood pilot?
Yes. Milwaukee identifies 48-27-1401 as the 3/8-inch clean-wood pilot for BIG HAWG hole cutters.
Can I apply the cutter’s nail-cutting claims to this pilot?
No. Choose the pilot for its own stated material application. This version is listed for clean wood.
How does its shape help during drilling?
The central point establishes the starting path, while Milwaukee’s machined cutting edge clears chips and the shaped geometry aids plug removal.