Milwaukee Wide Blade Tape Measure 40 ft
- 40 ft blade length
- 18 ft reach, 15 ft standout
- 1.3 inch wide blade
- Double-sided anti-tear coating on the first 6 inches
- Dual-sided printing
- Thumb lock, 16 ounces
Updated 5 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A long wide-blade tape built for solo framing and layout measurements. The pack quantity entry conflicts with the title, and accuracy has no stated tolerance.
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ASIN: B0FHH5DB3TModel: 48-22-1240Category: Tape Measures
Overview
A framer or layout carpenter working alone gets a long Milwaukee tape with a wide blade that stretches far before it buckles. Printing on both sides and a reinforced hook end suit rough jobsite use.
Solo measuring of long spans is the reason to choose it, with a wide blade printed on both sides. The listing shows six items in the quantity field while the title describes one tape, so confirm the pack size.
Who it's for
Framing, decking and site layout suit the long reach and standout. Light household measuring is better served by a smaller, lighter tape.
Pros and cons
- Long reach for solo work
- Wide blade reduces arc
- Readable from either side
- Anti-tear coating on both faces
- Heavier than a compact tape
- Pack quantity entry conflicts
- Accuracy given without a figure
Performance notes
Standout comes from the wide blade, whose width reduces the arc that makes long tapes sag. The anti-tear coating on both faces protects the hook end, and the finger stop lets you control retraction.
Specifications
| Brand | Milwaukee |
|---|---|
| Model | 48-22-1240 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Blade Length | 40 ft |
| Blade Width | 1.3 inches |
| Item weight | 16 ounces |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Measuring Range | 18 ft reach, 15 ft standout |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material | Alloy steel, double-sided anti-tear coating on first 6 inches |
| Case Material Type | Plastic |
| Color | Red/Black |
| Other details | |
| Lock Type | Thumb lock |
| Number Of Items | 6 per listing |
| Additional Features | Finger stop, dual-sided printing |
| Measurement Accuracy | High |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Milwaukee 48-22-1240 a single tape or a pack?
The title describes one tape, but the number of items field says 6. Confirm the quantity before ordering.
How accurate is the Milwaukee 48-22-1240?
Accuracy is listed only as High, with no tolerance figure.