KNIPEX 87 01 250 Plier
- Plier
- 2.1 ounces
- Plastic
- Better rated than 97%
- More reviewed than 100%
A self-adjusting 250mm plier from Knipex's well-regarded pump plier line, useful anywhere fittings vary in size.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.9★ across 29,500 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
29,500 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
1,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 311 pliers we track - how the scorecard works · full pliers data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The Knipex 87 01 250 is a 250 millimeter, about 10 inch, plier with a plastic-coated handle, part of Knipex's self-adjusting pump plier line. It is built to grip and turn rounded or irregular shapes without a manual adjustment screw.
The 87 01 series is known for a push-button self-adjusting jaw, letting the jaws grip pipe, nuts, and fittings across a range of sizes without resetting a pivot pin. That mechanism is the main reason this style of plier shows up in plumbing and general repair kits over a fixed adjustable wrench.
- 250mm (10 inch) size
- Self-adjusting pump plier design
- Plastic handle coating
- Knipex 87 01 250 model
Who it's for
Anyone doing plumbing, automotive, or general repair work who needs a plier that grips varying round or hex shapes quickly. Not the pick for precision electronics work needing fine tip control.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Self-adjusting jaw grips varying pipe and fitting sizes
- Plastic-coated handle for grip
- Compact enough for a tool pouch
- Not built for fine precision or electronics work
- No cutting edge included
- Exact jaw opening range not listed
Performance notes
The self-adjusting jaw mechanism in this Knipex line lets the tool grip a range of diameters in one motion, closing to fit rather than requiring you to preset a pivot point. The plastic handle covering adds grip without the tool becoming bulky.
Specifications
| Brand | Knipex |
|---|---|
| Model | 87 01 250 |
| Item Weight | 2.1 ounces |
| Handle | Plastic |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| KNIPEX 87 01 250 PlierThis product | 4.9 / 5 | 29,500 | 4.6 / 5 |
| CRAFTSMAN CMHT82547 PlierCraftsman | 4.7 / 5 | 12,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| IRWIN 2078216 PlierIrwin | 4.8 / 5 | 9,296 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Klein D248-9ST PlierKlein | 4.8 / 5 | 6,158 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Channellock TG-1 PlierCHANNELLOCK | 4.8 / 5 | 5,900 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Knipex 87 01 250
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What does the 87 01 250 model number mean for the Knipex plier?
It identifies the size, 250mm or about 10 inches, within Knipex's self-adjusting pump plier line.
What kind of jobs is this plier suited to?
Plumbing, automotive, and general repair work involving pipes, nuts, or fittings of varying sizes.
Does it need manual adjustment for different sizes?
No, the jaws are self-adjusting rather than requiring a manual pivot pin change.