RIDGID 27023 Wrench
- Wrench
- 12 inches
- More reviewed than 79%
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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How it ranks among the 561 wrenches we track
4.7★ across 2,200 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2,200 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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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
- About 200 bought in the past month
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.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Mid-size length fits tighter spaces than 18 inch wrenches
- From RIDGID, a brand built around pipe tool sizing
- Rated 4.7 stars across 2200 plus reviews
- 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 |
| Length | 12 inches |
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How it compares
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| RIDGID 27023 WrenchThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 2,200 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the Ridgid 27023
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
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.