Cobra® Water Pump Pliers 10″ (87 01 250)
Knipex Cobra® Water Pump Pliers 87 01 250
The Knipex Cobra Water Pump Pliers 87 01 250 is a 10-inch (250 mm) professional-grade adjustable plier designed for gripping pipes, nuts, bolts, and irregularly shaped objects.
Key highlights:
- Push-button adjustment with 25 jaw positions
- Self-locking jaws provide a strong, slip-resistant grip
- Hardened teeth for durability and long service life
- Box-joint design increases strength and stability
- Handles pipes up to 50 mm (2 in.) and nuts up to 46 mm
- Made from forged, oil-hardened chrome vanadium steel
- Lightweight at approximately 335 g
Best for: plumbing, automotive work, maintenance, and general repair tasks where a secure adjustable grip is needed.
Overall: The 87 01 250 is one of Knipex’s most popular Cobra pliers because it offers an excellent balance of size, leverage, and versatility for both professionals and DIY users.
Description
Knipex Cobra® Water Pump Pliers 10″ (87 01 250)
The Knipex Cobra 87 01 250 is a professional-grade 10-inch (250 mm) water pump plier designed for gripping, turning, and holding pipes, nuts, fittings, and irregularly shaped workpieces. Made in Germany, it is widely used by plumbers, electricians, mechanics, and maintenance professionals due to its strong grip and quick-adjust mechanism.
Key Features :
- Push-button adjustment allows fast one-handed resizing directly on the workpiece.
- 25 adjustment positions provide precise jaw settings for different sizes.
- Self-locking jaws grip pipes and nuts securely with minimal hand force.
- Hardened teeth (approx. 61 HRC) offer excellent wear resistance and strong holding power.
- Box-joint construction provides high stability and durability.
- Pinch guard helps prevent finger injuries during use.
- Forged from chrome vanadium electric steel and multi-stage oil hardened for long service life.
Specifications :
| Feature | Specification |
| Model | 87 01 250 |
| Length | 10 in (250 mm) |
| Weight | 335 g (0.74 lb) |
| Adjustment Positions | 25 |
| Pipe Capacity | Up to 2 in (50 mm) diameter |
| Nut Capacity | Up to 46 mm (1.75 in) |
| Handle | Non-slip plastic coated |
| Material | Chrome vanadium steel |
| Standard | DIN ISO 8976 |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
Common Uses :
- Plumbing repairs and installations
- Tightening and loosening pipe fittings
- Automotive maintenance
- Mechanical assembly work
- General-purpose gripping where adjustable wrenches may slip
The Knipex Cobra 87 01 250 combines quick adjustment, exceptional gripping power, and durable construction in a versatile 10-inch format. It is regarded as one of the benchmark water pump pliers for both professional and serious DIY use.







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