The Milwaukee 60-inch Mobile Work Station, model 48-22-8560, has a listed total weight capacity of 2,200 lb. [1] That overall rating is not the same as the capacity of an individual drawer: the review gives separate limits for drawers. [2]
If you’re choosing a station for a shop, keep those measures separate when deciding what to store and where. The available sources give a 100 lb limit for the station’s drawers and say the bottom two drawers support up to 200 lb, but do not clarify whether the 100 lb figure applies to each drawer or to a different drawer grouping. [2]
This distinction matters when you’re sorting heavy tools, hardware, or shop supplies: an overall capacity describes the station as a whole, while drawer capacity concerns the storage compartments. The product listing identifies the unit as model 48-22-8560 and reports a 2,200 lb weight capacity. [1] Use the drawer limits separately when planning a load, and avoid assuming that the station’s total rating is available in any one compartment.
What does the 2,200-pound rating tell you?
Milwaukee’s product listing gives the workstation a 2,200-pound weight capacity. [1]
That figure can help you judge whether the station’s overall capacity suits your planned setup. The listing calls it the workstation’s capacity; it does not explain how the load should be distributed. [1]
What the rating does not tell you
The source lists a capacity for the Mobile Work Station as a whole, but provides no drawer-by-drawer limits. [1]
The product listing states a weight capacity, but it does not describe a safe moving load, floor conditions, or limits for thresholds and uneven ground. [1] Keep those separate from the capacity figure when planning where to park or move the station.
If you cannot confirm a drawer limit or a safe moving load, avoid treating the overall rating as permission to place the full amount in one spot or roll it over an uncertain surface. The available listings give the capacity but do not supply those more detailed limits. [1][3]
Do the drawers have separate weight limits?
The review reports a 100-pound limit for most drawers and 200 pounds for the bottom two, but treat those figures as reported limits—not confirmed specifications for your unit. [2] Check the product documentation or the labels on your workstation before loading a drawer, especially if you plan to store heavy tools.
How to use the reported limits
As a practical example, the review’s figures suggest that a drawer holding hand tools or smaller accessories would fall under the reported 100-pound limit, while a bottom drawer is the one the review identifies for loads up to 200 pounds. [2] Those are examples of how the reported limits might guide your storage plan; they do not confirm the weight of any particular set of tools or what your unit is rated to hold.
If you are organizing a saw setup, you might keep smaller measuring tools and accessories in the drawers reported at 100 pounds, and consider a bottom drawer for heavier items only after checking its label or documentation. The review excerpt gives limits for the drawers, but it does not provide a method for weighing your tools or explain how the stated limits apply to every drawer configuration.
Verify your unit before loading it
Use the product documentation or drawer labels as your check for the exact limit on your workstation. The review is a secondary source, so its figures should not take the place of information supplied with your unit. If a label or document gives a different limit, follow the information for your specific workstation rather than assuming the review’s numbers apply.
Avoid treating the reported 200-pound figure as permission to put that load in any drawer: the review assigns it to the bottom two drawers, while it reports 100 pounds for most others. [2] Keep the weight within the limit stated for the particular drawer you are loading, and distribute tools so you can open and close the drawer without fighting an overloaded load. This approach lets you use the review as a starting point while relying on your unit’s own documentation for the final answer.
How should you load tools and materials?
For example, add the weight of the tools and materials you plan to store, then compare that total with the overall rating; don’t treat the rating as permission to exceed a specific drawer’s limit. [1] [2]
Check the drawers before loading
The review reports that the station holds up to 100 pounds and that the bottom two drawers support up to 200 pounds. [2] Because the source does not clarify whether the 100-pound figure applies to each other drawer or to a different part of the station, don’t assume a per-drawer limit from that wording. [2]
A practical approach is to sort items by weight before loading. Put a heavy tool in a bottom drawer only after checking that drawer’s stated limit, and spread other tools across drawers rather than concentrating them in one place. The available source gives a limit for the bottom two drawers, but it does not provide a separate limit for every drawer. [2]
Don’t assume a work-surface rating
The overall capacity and drawer figures do not establish how much weight the work surface can support. The cited product information gives an overall capacity, while the review gives drawer figures; neither source states a separate work-surface limit. [1] [2] If you plan to rest a heavy piece of lumber, a vise, or equipment on top, look for a specific work-surface rating rather than using the overall capacity as a substitute.
Before loading, make a simple list of what will go inside and what will sit on top. Compare the stored load with the overall rating, check the applicable drawer limit, and leave the work surface out of that calculation unless you find a published limit for it. [1] [2]
Does the capacity change when you roll it?
The listed 2,200-pound capacity is an overall rating; the available sources do not give a separate limit for rolling the station. [1][3] So don’t assume that the same load is appropriate while moving it, especially if your route or floor could make the station harder to control.
Check before you move a heavy load
If you plan to relocate the station with tools or materials on it, check the manufacturer’s instructions for guidance on moving it under load. The product information provided here lists a weight capacity but does not explain how that capacity applies while rolling. [1] If the instructions don’t answer your question, contact Milwaukee before moving a heavily loaded station rather than treating the listed capacity as a rolling-load limit.
Think about the route as well as the amount of weight. For example, a clear, smooth shop floor is different from a route with a threshold, loose debris, a slope, or a tight turn; these conditions may affect how safely and easily you can move a loaded station. The available sources do not specify how the station performs on those surfaces, so use your judgment and avoid assuming the capacity covers every route.
Make the move easier to manage
Before rolling, consider removing heavy tools or materials and making the trip in smaller loads. Keep the path clear, check for obstacles, and stop if the station feels difficult to control. These are practical precautions, not additional capacity specifications.
The product listing also reports a station weight of 415 pounds. [3] That figure is the station’s own weight, not a stated allowance for what you can safely roll over a particular floor or route. If you need a definitive answer for a specific loaded move, use the manufacturer’s instructions rather than inferring a rolling limit from the overall capacity.
How can you confirm you have the right Milwaukee model?
To confirm you have the Milwaukee 60-Inch Mobile Work Station, check the model number: 48-22-8560. [1] Don’t rely on a listing title or a photo alone; compare the number on the product page, carton, or product label with the model you intend to buy. The manufacturer’s product page identifies the 60-inch station by that model number. [1] For more detail, see . Milwaukee 60-Inch Mobile Work Station Price: What to Expect.
Check the model number, not just the size
A nearby Milwaukee listing is for a 61-inch mobile workbench, model 48-22-8561. [4] That is a different model number from the 60-inch 48-22-8560, so check the full number before comparing specifications or placing an order. [1][4]
For example, if a search result says “61 in.” but your notes say “48-22-8560,” pause and open the product details. The 61-inch listing provided here shows 48-22-8561, while Milwaukee’s page names 48-22-8560 as the 60-inch station. [1][4] Treat those labels as a useful cross-check, not as interchangeable names.
Verify specifications on the matching product page
Once you have the model number, use manufacturer product information for specifications that apply to that model. Keep that specification attached to the exact model number when you save notes, compare options, or share details with someone else.
If a retailer page uses a different name or size, look for the model number in the listing details and compare it against the manufacturer page. The supplied 61-inch listing identifies its product as 48-22-8561, while the manufacturer page identifies the 60-inch station as 48-22-8560. [1][4] If a listing omits the model number or gives conflicting details, don’t assume it describes the same station; confirm the exact model with the seller or manufacturer before relying on its specifications.
What should you check before loading it?
Before loading a Milwaukee 60-inch Mobile Work Station, confirm the exact model and check the current manufacturer documentation for the limits that apply to your setup. The cited Milwaukee page identifies model 48-22-8560 and gives a 2,200-pound capacity, while a review reports separate drawer limits; don’t treat the overall figure as the allowance for each drawer. [1][2] You may also find this useful: . How to Assemble a Milwaukee 60-Inch Mobile Work Station.
Check the model and the limits
Match the model number on your unit to the product documentation before you rely on a capacity figure. If your model number differs, or the current documentation describes a different configuration, use the information for your specific unit rather than assuming the cited figure applies.
The review reports that the workstation holds up to 100 pounds and that the bottom two drawers support up to 200 pounds. [2] Those statements do not explain all drawer-by-drawer details, so check the manufacturer’s current instructions for the limits on the drawers you plan to use. For example, if you are sorting a heavy set of sockets and wrenches, confirm the relevant drawer limit first instead of relying on the product’s overall capacity.
Distribute tools, then check moving guidance
Place heavier tools in drawers only after checking their individual limits, and spread the load rather than concentrating it in one drawer. The cited review gives a different figure for the bottom two drawers than for the workstation overall, which is a reason to verify the details before loading. [2] Keep the total load within the applicable capacity in the current product documentation; the available sources do not specify how to calculate a safe load for every combination of drawers and stored tools.
If you plan to roll the workstation while loaded, confirm that the manufacturer allows that use and follow its instructions. The cited product information gives a weight capacity, but it does not state whether that capacity applies while the unit is moving. [1] Your next step is to look up your model number and review the latest manufacturer documentation before you load or move the station.