Dual Action Polisher Cordless 18V 125 mm 3000–7500 rpm 3 Pads Body Only, Ryobi

Key Facts — Ryobi R18P-0 Dual Action Polisher 18V

• Brand: Ryobi
• Model: R18P-0
• EAN: 4892210188076
• Type: Cordless dual action polisher
• Pad diameter: 125 mm
• Speed: 3,000–7,500 rpm, variable
• Battery system: 18V ONE+ (battery and charger not included)

The Ryobi R18P-0 is a cordless dual action polisher for 125 mm pads, running on the same 18V ONE+ batteries as the rest of the Ryobi range. Without a cable, it is possible to work around an entire car, boat or piece of furniture without the lead dragging across the paint or catching on wheels and edges.

Speed is variable from 3,000 to 7,500 rpm, so one machine handles pre-sanding, sanding, polishing and waxing by matching speed and pad to the task. The orbital action means the pad oscillates as well as rotates, reducing the risk of holograms and swirl marks in the paint compared with a rotary polisher.

The tool weighs 1.8 kg without battery and 2.2 kg with an RB1820C. The motor is brushed. Three pads are included — for polishing, sanding and pre-sanding — and they fit by hook and loop, so changes need no tools.

When does the Ryobi R18P-0 make the most sense?

For anyone already owning Ryobi 18V ONE+ batteries who wants to polish or wax without hunting for a socket. The combination of orbital action and speeds from 3,000 rpm makes the tool forgiving for non-professional users, and 1.8 kg without battery keeps it manageable on vertical surfaces such as doors and side panels.

Applications for the polisher

The R18P-0 is used to remove light scratches and oxidation from car paint, bring up gloss and apply wax, maintain gelcoat on boats, and sand and polish lacquered furniture and wooden surfaces. Being cordless makes it practical on the driveway, in the marina and in garages without a socket near the car.

Technical Specifications

What's in the box

• Ryobi R18P-0 dual action polisher
• Polishing pad
• Sanding pad
• Pre-sanding pad

Chosen by: Car enthusiasts, hobby detailers, boat owners, furniture restorers and DIYers on Ryobi 18V ONE+.

Found in: Private car care, boat maintenance, furniture restoration and home workshops.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Are a battery and charger included with the Ryobi R18P-0?

No. The R18P-0 is supplied as a body only without battery or charger, as the "-0" in the model designation indicates. It runs on any Ryobi 18V ONE+ battery; with an RB1820C it weighs 2.2 kg. Anyone without ONE+ batteries needs to buy a battery and charger separately. Pads for polishing, sanding and pre-sanding are included.

Which pads fit the Ryobi R18P-0 polisher?

Hook and loop pads with a 125 mm diameter. The fixing lets the polishing, sanding and pre-sanding pads be swapped in seconds without tools, and the same applies to polishing pads and abrasive discs from other makers as long as size and hook and loop fixing match. Use low speed around 3,000 rpm for waxing and higher towards 7,500 rpm for polishing out scratches.

What separates the Ryobi R18P-0 from a rotary polisher?

The motion. A rotary polisher spins the pad on a fixed axis and removes scratches quickly, but easily leaves holograms and can burn through paint on edges if held still. The R18P-0 uses dual action motion, where the pad also oscillates, spreading heat and giving a more even finish with less risk of holograms. The trade-off is that deep scratches take longer to remove.