Klein Tools 11055 Wire Cutter and Stripper
- Grip Type: Ergonomic
- Handle Material: Plastic
- Item Weight: 0.34 pounds
- Color: Blue/Yellow
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A light, plastic-handled cutter from Klein Tools built for repeated electrical work rather than heavy gauge cutting.
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ASIN: B00080DPNQModel: 11055Category: Crimpers & Wire Strippers
Overview
The Klein 11055KLE is a lightweight cutter with a plastic handle, weighing 5.4 ounces, from Klein Tools, a brand best known for electrical hand tools.
At just over 5 ounces, this sits closer to a wire stripper or cutter meant for cable work than a heavy duty bolt cutter, which tracks with Klein's electrical tool lineup. The listing does not break out jaw type or wire gauge capacity, so pair the model number against Klein's own documentation if a specific gauge range matters for the job.
- 5.4 ounce weight
- Plastic handle
- Klein Tools brand
- Model 11055KLE
Who it's for
Fits electricians and DIY electrical work where a light, easy to handle cutter is used repeatedly through a shift. Not suited to heavy gauge cable or bolt cutting, where a larger, heavier tool provides more leverage.
Pros and cons
- Light at 5.4 ounces for repeated use
- From an established electrical tool brand
- Wire gauge capacity is not listed
- Plastic handle offers less leverage than metal
Performance notes
The plastic handle keeps overall weight down to 5.4 ounces, reducing hand fatigue across a full day of repetitive cuts, though the tradeoff is less mass and leverage than an all-metal cutter for tougher material.
Specifications
| Brand | Klein |
|---|---|
| Model | 11055 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.34 poundslower than 90% of 32 crimpers & wire strippers |
| Item Dimensions L X W | 7.1 × 4.4 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Handle Material | Plastic |
| Color | Blue/Yellow |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Wire Stripper 10-18 And 12-20 AWG |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Professional |
| Item Type Name | Klein Tools 11055 Wire Cutter And Wire Stripper, Stranded Wire Cutter, Solid Wire Cutter, Cuts Copper Wire |
| Specification Met | Compliant with Wire Stripping and Cutting Industry Standards |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Klein 11055KLE weigh?
5.4 ounces, per the listing.
What is the handle made of?
Plastic, according to the specifications.
What brand makes the 11055KLE?
Klein Tools, a brand known for electrical hand tools.