KNIPEX Cobra ES Extra-Slim Water Pump Pliers 180mm 87 51 180
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KNIPEX Cobra ES 87 51 180 Extra-Slim Water Pump Pliers for Confined Access
The KNIPEX Cobra ES 87 51 180 is designed for grip work where ordinary water pump pliers can feel too bulky around the head and joint. Its extra-slim shape helps mechanics, installers, maintenance engineers and service technicians reach into narrow spaces around fittings, housings, pipework and awkward fasteners without giving up the secure Cobra gripping action.
At 180mm long, this model gives a practical balance between compact handling and professional working capacity. It is small enough for tool bags, vehicle service kits and regular site use, but still offers strong control on round, flat and hex-shaped workpieces. The long, narrow jaws include front gripping serration and a longitudinal gripping profile, making the tool especially useful when screws, bolts, nails, rods or smaller pipe fittings need to be held or turned from the front.
The push-button adjustment allows the jaw opening to be set directly on the workpiece, while 18 adjustment positions help keep the handles in a comfortable working range. The self-clamping jaw geometry reduces slipping on pipes and nuts, so less effort is wasted during turning and holding. A box-joint construction adds stability through double guidance, and the integrated pinch guard helps protect fingers during repeated adjustment.
Build quality is suited to daily professional use. The pliers are grey atramentized with a polished head and plastic-coated handles, giving a durable working finish with a secure hand feel. The three-point rest also supports safer holding of flat material, so the tool is useful beyond basic pipe gripping.
Choose the 87 51 180 when access is the main challenge and a standard Cobra or larger water pump plier is too wide for the job. It is a strong choice for automotive work, plant maintenance, installation, appliance repair and general workshop tasks where compact reach and reliable grip both matter.
Key Features
- Extra-slim head and joint area for improved access in confined spaces
- 180mm Cobra ES water pump pliers for compact professional grip work
- Front gripping serration for holding and turning round parts from the front
- Longitudinal gripping profile for screws, bolts, nails and slender round material
- Push-button adjustment directly on the workpiece
- 18 adjustment positions for accurate sizing and comfortable handle spacing
- Self-clamping grip on pipes and nuts for controlled turning with reduced slipping
- Box-joint design with double guidance for stability during regular use
- Pinch guard helps protect fingers during adjustment and gripping
- Plastic-coated handles provide a secure working grip
Technical Specifications
- Article Number: 87 51 180
- SKU: 8751180
- EAN: 4003773088981
- Length: 180mm
- Adjustment Positions: 18
- Pipe Capacity: up to 32mm
- Nut Capacity: up to 32mm
- Finish: grey atramentized pliers with polished head
- Handles: plastic coated
- Standard: DIN ISO 8976
- Weight: 176g
