What is the best battery do I order with this?

you can order the M12 Red Lithium 2.0 3INR19/65 48-11-2420 2 Ah battery or, better, the M12 Red Lithium XC 48-11-2402 C21CD124594 32 Wh battery.

Without power from the battery, does this work as a regular ratchet? I could see situations where I would want to torque bolts manually.

Yes, this can be used without a battery using your own strength. It's reliable and the battery last forever. It's not a power house at 35 foot pounds of torque, but I break nuts and bolts lose manually and then use the ratchet's battery power. I use it daily in my automotive shop.

Can this be used as a typical ratchet once battery has torqued as much as it can on it's own?

According to Milwaukee, yes, you can apply up to 50 ft-lbs of force while using it as a ratchet without risking any damage to the tool.

I bought one--the ratcheting mechanism is tight; it does not want to ratchet. Also, direction switch is hard to use. Does it loosen up with use?

the switch on the last 3 I've do the same thing. very hard need plyers to switch directions

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🔧 Power meets precision — the ratchet that works as hard as you do.

ILLUMINATE YOUR WORKFLOW - Built-in LED lighting ensures you can work confidently in dim or dark environments.
STAY POWERED STAY INFORMED - Onboard fuel gauge keeps you ahead of battery life, so you never get caught off guard.
SMART PROTECTION FOR LONGEVITY - REDLINK Intelligence prevents overheating by communicating with your M12 battery for optimal power delivery.
WORK ANYWHERE EVEN TIGHT SPOTS - Low profile head design fits seamlessly into cramped engine bays and tight spaces.
PRECISION CONTROL AT YOUR FINGERTIPS - Variable speed trigger lets you tailor power output for delicate or heavy-duty tasks.

The Milwaukee 2457-20 M12 Cordless 3/8" Sub-Compact Ratchet delivers 35 ft-lbs of torque with a variable speed trigger for ultimate control. Its low profile head and LED lighting make it perfect for tight, dimly lit spaces. Featuring REDLINK Intelligence and an onboard fuel gauge, this tool smartly manages power and prevents overheating. Battery not included, designed for M12 lithium-ion batteries.

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Manufacturer	Builders World Wholesale Distribution
Part number	2457-20
Item Weight	821 g
Product Dimensions	24.05 x 7.47 x 4.47 cm; 821 g
Batteries	1 Lithium Ion batteries required.
Item model number	2457-20
Size	3/8"
Color	Red
Style	0CC0D25
Finish	Polished
Material	Alloy Steel Plastic
Power source type	battery-powered
Voltage	12 Volts
Torque	35 Foot Pounds
Item Package Quantity	1
Number Of Pieces	1
Head Style	Box End
Measurement System	Metric
Included components	Combination Wrench
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	No
Battery Cell Type	Lithium

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