RIDGID 27023 Model 2002 One Stop 2-in-1 Wrench
- Measurement Standard: SAE (Inch)
- Head Style: Open End
- End Style: Flare Nut
- Item Length: 12 inches
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A standard 12 inch RIDGID pipe wrench, sized for mid-range pipe work, from a brand whose wrench lengths are trusted across the trade.
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ASIN: B0038G3RCQModel: 27023Category: Wrenches
Overview
At 12 inches long, the RIDGID 27023 fits the mid-range slot in RIDGID's wrench lineup, sized for pipe and fittings that a standard wrench cannot reach around. It is built as a dedicated pipe wrench rather than a general bolt wrench.
RIDGID built its reputation on pipe wrenches sized in fixed lengths, and 12 inches sits in the middle of that lineup, longer than the 10 inch size used in tight spaces but shorter than the 14 and 18 inch versions kept for larger pipe. Buyers choosing between sizes usually match the wrench to the largest pipe diameter they expect to turn, since a wrench that is too short costs leverage and one that is too long is awkward in a cabinet or crawlspace.
- 12 inch overall length
- Sized for RIDGID's standard wrench lineup
- 4.7 average rating
Who it's for
Plumbers, HVAC techs and homeowners doing pipe and fitting work who need a mid-size wrench for jobs a smaller adjustable wrench cannot grip. Not a fit for anyone needing a socket or combination wrench for hex bolts.
Pros and cons
- Mid-size length fits tighter spaces than 18 inch wrenches
- From RIDGID, a brand built around pipe tool sizing
- Not suited to hex bolts, only round pipe
- Larger pipe diameters need a longer wrench
Performance notes
Length is the main variable that determines how much torque a pipe wrench can apply and how large a pipe it can open around; a 12 inch wrench trades some maximum grip diameter for a size that is easier to swing in confined spaces than the 14 or 18 inch versions.
Specifications
| Brand | Ridgid |
|---|---|
| Model | 27023 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Length | 12 incheshigher than 69% of 371 wrenches |
| Wrench Length Style | Standard |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Chrome Vanadium Steel |
| Color | 1 |
| Finish Types | Painted |
| Included components | |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 27023 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | RIDGID tools are warranted to be free of material and workmanship defects. This warranty lasts for the lifetime of the RIDGID tool. Warranty coverage ends when the product becomes unusable for reasons other than defects in workmanship or material. |
| Other details | |
| Measurement Standard | SAE (Inch) |
| Head Style | Open End |
| End Style | Flare Nut |
| Operation Mode | Mechanical |
| Is Non Sparking | No |
| Item Type Name | 27023 |
| Set Name | 2-in-1 |
| Item Torque | 150 ft-lb |
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Frequently asked questions
What size pipe does the RIDGID 27023 fit?
At 12 inches long it sits in the mid-range of RIDGID's pipe wrench lineup, sized for pipe and fittings that need more leverage than a standard wrench provides.
Is the RIDGID 27023 for pipe or for bolts?
It is a pipe wrench, built to grip round pipe and fittings rather than hex bolt heads.
How does the 12 inch size compare to RIDGID's other wrench lengths?
It sits between the 10 inch size used for tight spaces and the 14 and 18 inch sizes kept for larger pipe.