Knipex 88 06 250 Alligator VDE Water Pump Pliers
- 9.84 inch pliers per the title, **9.45 inches** in the dimensions
- VDE tested
- 2 inches listed cutting width
- 374 g
- Chrome body, plastic handle
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
VDE-tested pliers in the Alligator pattern. The cutting width field is unexplained and the length differs between the title and the dimensions.
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ASIN: B000NI6OGSModel: 88 06 250Category: Pliers
Overview
Jobs that call for VDE-tested pliers are the setting for these Alligator water pump pliers from Knipex. The body is chrome and the handle is plastic with an ergonomic grip.
The VDE listing signals electrical safety testing, and the ergonomic handle is described but not measured. The field labeled cutting width is not explained, and the title and dimensions give different lengths.
Who it's for
A user who needs the VDE mark on a pump plier will find the listing matched. Buyers who need a precise length or jaw opening should check with Knipex.
Pros and cons
- Water pump plier pattern
- Length differs between fields
- Cutting width unexplained
- Spare part availability only one year
Performance notes
Water pump pliers use a sliding pivot to change the jaw opening, and the alligator-style teeth bite round and flat work. The plastic handle is what carries the VDE testing, and the chrome finish protects the steel.
Specifications
| Brand | Knipex |
|---|---|
| Model | 88 06 250 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Cutting Width | 2 incheshigher than 56% of 161 pliers |
| Item Dimensions L X W | 9.45 in L x 2.87 in W |
| Item weight | 374 g |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Chrome |
| Handle Material | Plastic |
| Color | Multi-coloured |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Knipex - 88 06 250 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Water pump pliers |
| Specification Met | VDE |
| Eu Spare Part Availability Duration | 1 year |
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Frequently asked questions
Are the Knipex Alligator pliers a cutting tool?
No. They are listed as water pump pliers. A field labeled cutting width shows 2 inches, which the listing does not explain.
What does VDE tested mean here?
The listing says the pliers meet the VDE specification. It gives no voltage rating.
How long are the pliers?
The title says 9.84 inches, while the dimensions field says 9.45 inches.
What is the handle made of?
Plastic, with an ergonomic grip.