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KNIPEX 00 20 07 US1 Pliers Set

  • Cutting Width: 2.7 inches
  • Material Type: Chromium-Vanadium Steel
  • Grip Type: Power
  • Handle Material: Plastic

Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A general purpose Knipex pliers wrench with a large, established review base and a high average rating, worth considering for anyone who wants one adjustable gripping tool instead of a wrench set.

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ASIN: B000X4MOF2Category: Pliers

Overview

Self-adjusting and parallel-jawed, the Knipex 00 20 07 US1 pliers wrench is built to stand in for a set of open-end wrenches, gripping and turning nuts, bolts, and fittings without swapping tools. A plastic-coated handle and 2.65 lb weight point to a full-size shop tool rather than a small pocket plier.

Knipex's pliers wrench line pairs a smooth, self-adjusting jaw with a flat, parallel grip meant to avoid rounding off fastener corners the way a standard adjustable wrench can. This particular listing carries no seller description or buyer review text, so treat the exact jaw-opening range as unconfirmed and check Knipex's own spec sheet if that number matters for your job.

  • Self-adjusting, parallel-jaw pliers wrench
  • Plastic-coated handle
  • 2.65 lb tool weight
  • Knipex 00 20 07 US1

Who it's for

Useful for mechanics, plumbers, and DIYers who want one adjustable tool that can stand in for several fixed wrenches on rounded or worn fasteners. Not the pick for anyone who needs a lightweight pocket tool given the weight logged for this model.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Self-adjusting jaw skips wrench-size guesswork
  • Parallel grip reduces rounding on worn fasteners
  • Plastic-coated handle for grip
Cons
  • At 2.65 lb, heavier than a standard wrench of similar capacity

Performance notes

The pliers wrench design self-adjusts to the fastener as the jaws close, then locks parallel so the full jaw face grips flat sides rather than corners the way a standard adjustable wrench does. That parallel grip is the main reason this style gets picked over a conventional adjustable wrench on stubborn or worn nuts and bolts.

Specifications

BrandKnipex
Dimensions & fit
Cutting Width2.7 incheshigher than 63% of 198 pliers
Item Weight2.65 poundshigher than 88% of 253 pliers
Item Dimensions L X W1 × 1 inches
Construction & materials
Material TypeChromium-Vanadium Steel
Handle MaterialPlastic
ColorRed
Included components
Unit Count1
Included ComponentsKnipex - 00 20 07 US1
Other details
Grip TypePower
Specific Uses For ProductFleet and plant maintenance.
Item Type NameKnipex - 00 20 07 US1
Set NameKnipex 3-Piece Alligator Pliers Set (7-1/2", 10", 12")
Specification MetDIN ISO 8976

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Frequently asked questions

What does the US1 in Knipex 00 20 07 US1 mean?

It denotes the US-market version of Knipex's 00 20 07 pliers wrench, the tool itself is the same core design sold internationally under the 00 20 07 part number.

Is this a wrench or a plier?

It is a hybrid, Knipex calls it a pliers wrench, it grips like locking pliers but adjusts and turns fasteners the way a wrench does.

How much does it weigh?

2.65 pounds according to the listed specs.