KNIPEX 70 01 140 Diagonal Cutter
- Cutting Width: 0.2 inches
- Material Type: Blend
- Grip Type: Ergonomic
- Handle Material: Plastic
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A lightweight, German-made Knipex plier for users who value brand construction quality over sheer size or leverage.
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ASIN: B005EXO716Model: 70 01 160Category: Pliers
Overview
KNIPEX 70 01 140 pliers built with a plastic-coated handle, roughly 9.5 inches long and weighing about 6.3 ounces. Suited to users who want a lightweight Knipex plier for regular workshop or electrical tasks.
Knipex is a German manufacturer known for precision-forged pliers, and this model carries the brand's typical plastic dual-handle grip rather than a bare metal handle. At just over 6 ounces, it sits toward the lighter end of the plier lineup, which matters more for repetitive one-handed use than for prying leverage.
- Brand: Knipex, model 70 01 140
- Handle material: plastic
- Length: about 9.5 inches
- Weight: about 6.3 ounces
Who it's for
Buyers who already trust Knipex build quality and want a plier sized for an everyday tool bag will get the most from this one. It is less suited to anyone needing a specific jaw or cutting type confirmed before purchase, since that detail is not specified here.
Pros and cons
- Lightweight at about 6.3 ounces
- Cushioned plastic handle reduces grip fatigue
- Backed by Knipex's forging reputation
- Jaw type and cutting capacity not specified
- Not built for heavy prying or leverage tasks
Performance notes
The plastic handle coating is Knipex's standard approach to cushioning grip pressure during repeated squeezes, rather than a bare metal handle that transmits more shock to the hand. Its light overall weight, about 6.3 ounces, keeps hand fatigue down on longer jobs but also signals a plier sized for finer work rather than heavy demolition.
Specifications
| Brand | Knipex |
|---|---|
| Model | 70 01 160 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Cutting Width | 0.2 incheslower than 79% of 198 pliers |
| Item Weight | 0.4 poundslower than 65% of 253 pliers |
| Item Dimensions L X W | 5.5 × 2.4 inches |
| Item Length | 9.5 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Blend |
| Handle Material | Plastic |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Knipex - 70 01 160 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Limited lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Cutting, General Use |
| Item Type Name | Knipex - 70 01 160 |
| Specification Met | DIN ISO 5749 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the handle material on the Knipex 70 01 140?
The handle is plastic, which Knipex uses to cushion grip pressure during repeated use.
How much does the Knipex 70 01 140 weigh?
About 6.32 ounces, making it one of the lighter pliers in typical toolbox use.
How long is the Knipex 70 01 140?
Approximately 9.5 inches overall.