KNIPEX 87 02 180 Cobra 7 1/4" High-Tech Water Pump Pliers with KNIPEXTEND Comfort Grips

The Indispensable Gripping Machine—Now with KNIPEXTEND

Take absolute control over pipes, nuts, and stubborn fasteners with the KNIPEX 87 02 180 Cobra 7 1/4" High-Tech Water Pump Pliers. Forged from heavy-duty, multi-stage oil-hardened chrome vanadium electric steel, this compact powerhouse is the definitive tool choice for professional automotive technicians, plumbers, and industrial mechanics who demand elite German engineering.

The standout feature of the 87 02 180 is the newly redesigned KNIPEXTEND multi-component comfort handles. Built with three distinct ergonomic zones for optimized palm contact, these handles feature integrated KNIPEXTEND backend interfaces. This allows you to easily plug in color-coded customization clips for quick toolbox identification or attach specialized KNIPEX TetheredTool System lanyards for safe work-at-height operations (accessories sold separately).

Unmatched Self-Locking Power

Say goodbye to slipping and hand strain. Thanks to its precision-engineered jaw geometry, the KNIPEX Cobra is 100% self-locking on pipes and nuts. Once engaged, it holds its position securely without requiring you to constantly squeeze the handles together, transferring all your physical effort directly into raw turning power. The deep gripping surfaces are lined with teeth induction-hardened to an incredible 61 HRC, ensuring maximum wear resistance and an aggressive, slip-free bite that lasts through years of heavy shop abuse.

Equipped with a robust box-joint design utilizing a double-sided guide, these pliers completely eliminate twisting or play under immense structural load. A built-in safety pinch guard provides mechanical protection to stop the handles from closing completely on one another, eliminating painful hand blisters on the job.

Key Features & Specifications

• KNIPEXTEND Comfort Handles: Ergonomic red and blue multi-component grips featuring built-in sockets for customizable color coding or tool-tethering lanyard clips.

• Patented Push-Button Fine Adjustment: Quick, single-handed activation offers 18 distinct positions to perfectly adapt to varying workpiece diameters.

• High Gripping Capacity: Compact 180mm length handles round pipes up to 1 1/2" (42 mm) and hex nuts up to a 1 27/64" (36 mm) wrench opening.

• German Chrome Vanadium Steel: Forged from high-grade Cr-V electric steel, multi-stage oil-hardened, and finished with a rust-resistant grey atramentized coating.

• Induction Hardened Teeth: Grip teeth brought up to approximately 61 HRC for reliable bite characteristics and minimal long-term jaw wear.

• Box-Joint Stability: Double guide track resists side-to-side twisting forces under full-torque loading.

• Total Weight: Ultra-lightweight and highly agile at just 0.43 lbs (196 g).