Knipex 87 03 180 Cobra Water Pump Pliers
- Cutting Width: 1.5 inches
- Material Type: Blend
- Grip Type: Ergonomic
- Handle Material: Chromium-Vanadium Steel
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A solid choice for adjustable gripping work if the Knipex name and chromium vanadium build match what the job calls for.
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ASIN: B000X4J2LQModel: 87 02 180Category: Pliers
Overview
This Knipex plier is built with chromium vanadium steel handles and weighs 0.43 pounds. The Multi in its title points to a multi position, adjustable design rather than a fixed jaw plier.
Chromium vanadium steel is a common choice for plier construction because it resists wear under repeated flexing and gripping. At 0.43 pounds this is a light tool for a metal handled plier, and the multi position naming suggests it adjusts to grip different sizes, though exact jaw range is not published in this listing.
- Chromium vanadium steel handles
- 0.43 lb weight
- Multi position adjustable design
- Knipex 87 03 180 model
Who it's for
Fits users who want an adjustable gripping plier from Knipex for varied fastener or pipe sizes. Not the pick for anyone needing a fixed size cutting plier.
Pros and cons
- Chromium vanadium steel for durability
- Light at 0.43 pounds despite metal construction
- Multi position design for varied grip sizes
- Exact jaw range not published
- No description text to confirm intended applications
Performance notes
Chromium vanadium steel handles hold up to repeated flexing better than plain carbon steel, which matters for a tool meant to be adjusted and reset across a work session. At 0.43 pounds it stays light for one handed use despite the metal build.
Specifications
| Brand | Knipex |
|---|---|
| Model | 87 02 180 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Cutting Width | 1.5 incheslower than 52% of 198 pliers |
| Item Weight | 0.43 poundslower than 64% of 253 pliers |
| Item Dimensions L X W | 7.6 × 1.9 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Blend |
| Handle Material | Chromium-Vanadium Steel |
| Color | Multi |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Knipex - 87 02 180 #2 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Lifetime warranty does not cover abuse |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Gripping, Twisting |
| Item Type Name | Knipex - 87 02 180 #2 |
| Set Name | Cobra Pliers |
| Specification Met | DIN ISO 8976 |
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Frequently asked questions
What material is the Knipex 87 03 180 made from?
Chromium vanadium steel handles.
How much does the 87 03 180 weigh?
0.43 pounds.
Does the Multi in the title mean it is adjustable?
It points to a multi position adjustable design, though the listing does not publish exact jaw range.