Knipex 87 03 180 Cobra Water Pump Pliers
- 7.62 x 1.88 inches, 0.43 pounds
- 1.5 inch cutting width as listed
- Gripping and twisting pliers
- DIN ISO 8976 standard
- Lifetime warranty, not covering abuse
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A Cobra-series gripping and twisting pliers with an ergonomic grip and a lifetime warranty that excludes abuse. The listing is brief and mixes in a different model number in its title.
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ASIN: B000X4J2LQModel: 87 02 180Category: Pliers
Overview
A mechanic or maintenance worker handling pipes and fasteners is the buyer for these Knipex Cobra pliers. They grip and twist, with chromium-vanadium steel on the handle and an ergonomic hold.
The Cobra name points to a design built for gripping rounded parts, and the maker states a lifetime warranty. The warranty excludes abuse, so it is not cover for misuse. The listing is thin and its title uses a different model number than the item type line.
Who it's for
A technician who works on pipes, nuts and rounded parts gets a hand tool meant for twisting. Shoppers wanting a set should confirm the contents, since the listing shows a single item.
Pros and cons
- Chromium-vanadium steel handle
- Meets DIN ISO 8976
- Light for its size
- Warranty excludes abuse
- Title model number differs from the item line
- Jaw capacity not listed
- Single plier only
Performance notes
Pliers of this type grip by squeezing the jaws on a part, and the handles give leverage to turn it. Grip comfort depends on handle shape, which is listed as ergonomic. The cutting width figure is as labeled and not a jaw opening.
Specifications
| Brand | Knipex |
|---|---|
| Model | 87 02 180 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Cutting Width | 1.5 incheslower than 51% of 161 pliers |
| Item Dimensions L X W | 7.62 x 1.88 inches |
| Item weight | 0.43 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Handle Material | Chromium-vanadium steel |
| Color | Multi |
| Material Type | Blend |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Lifetime warranty, does not cover abuse |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Gripping, twisting |
| Set Name | Cobra pliers |
| Specification Met | DIN ISO 8976 |
| Item Type Name | Knipex - 87 02 180 #2 |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Knipex 87 02 180 need assembly?
The listing describes a finished hand tool and gives no assembly steps.
Is this listing the 87 02 180 or the 87 03 180?
The title says 87 03 180, while the item type and model lines say 87 02 180. Check the model number before ordering.
Does the lifetime warranty cover abuse?
No. The listing states that the lifetime warranty does not cover abuse.