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Craftsman CMCE565B V20 oscillating multi-tool, tool only

Checked 2026-10-18 against Craftsman's US product page by Rob, licensed electrician

The Craftsman CMCE565B is a V20 oscillating multi-tool, sold as a bare tool (tool only). Craftsman publishes Brushless motor. No battery or charger is in the box; it runs on Craftsman V20 batteries. Source: Craftsman's US product page, checked 2026-10-18.

Key specs

Motor
Brushless
Batteries in box
0
Battery capacity (each)
None includedfrom the box list
Charger in box
No

Not on Craftsman's US product page for the CMCE565B: Oscillations per minute; Weight, tool only; Tool length. We do not guess.

In the box

  • IncludedTool: oscillating multi-tool
  • Not includedBattery: needs a Craftsman V20 battery (see batteries)
  • Not includedCharger (see chargers)
  • Not includedCase or bag

Also in the box: Sanding Platen, 3x Sandpaper, Bi-Metal Blade, Wood Blade

Runs on Craftsman V20 batteries.

Model number ending "B": Bare tool: no battery or charger. How Craftsman model numbers work.

Find CMCE565B prices on Amazon Find CMCE565B prices at Acme Tools Find CMCE565B prices at eBay New tab, US retailers. Search results open where no exact listing is on file. Check the listing says CMCE565B and tool only; marketplace sellers vary. Owners on Craftsman.com: 5.0/5 from 54 reviews, checked 2026-10-18.Bare tool: add a Craftsman V20 battery and charger if you do not own them. All batteries and chargers.
  • US retailer, ships from the US
  • Free shipping over $199
  • Family owned since 1948
  • Acme Tools, as published on its site, checked 2026-10-17

All specs

Motor
What this means

Brushless motors use electronic control instead of carbon brushes, which generally means less wear, less heat and more runtime per charge. Brushed motors are simpler and often cheaper, and are fine for lighter or occasional use, though their brushes can wear out over time.

Brushless
Batteries in box
What this means

This lists how many batteries come in the box, if any. Tool-only (bare) listings include no battery or charger, which suits buyers already on that battery platform. Two batteries let you charge one while working with the other.

0
Battery capacity (each)
What this means

Amp-hours (Ah) is the battery's charge capacity. At the same voltage, a higher Ah pack runs longer between charges but is usually larger and heavier. Smaller packs keep the tool lighter for overhead and light work; larger packs suit saws, grinders and other high-draw tools.

None includedfrom the box list
Charger in box
What this means

This states whether a charger is included and which type. Chargers vary in output, so the same battery can take noticeably different times to charge on different chargers. Tool-only listings usually include no charger.

No
Warranty
What this means

This is the maker's published warranty term. Terms for tools, batteries and chargers often differ, and some depend on registration or exclude certain uses. Read the maker's terms for what is covered, how claims are handled and whether proof of purchase is required.

3 Year Limited Warranty
UPC barcode885911751339

Ratings are Craftsman's published figures from its US product page, listed under Sources. Anything not on that page is left out rather than guessed. Check this against another model.


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Quick answers

Does the CMCE565B come with a battery?

No. The CMCE565B is a bare tool: no battery and no charger in the box. It runs on Craftsman V20 batteries.

What batteries does the CMCE565B use?

Craftsman V20 batteries. Any battery from that system fits; capacity (Ah) changes run time, not fit.

Owner reviews

5.0 out of 5 from 54 owner reviews on Craftsman.com (as shown on Craftsman's CMCE565B page, checked 2026-10-18). Read the owner reviews on Craftsman.com

Sources

  1. Craftsman US product page CMCE565B (features), retrieved 2026-10-18

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