KNIPEX Alligator® water pump pliers XL 400 mm

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Technical Specifications
Length: 400 mm
Width: 75 mm
Height: 20 mm
Weight: 1175 g
RoHS: not applicable
REACH: does not contain SVHC substances
Surface: black atramentation
Handles: with non-slip plastic coating
Head: polished
Adjustment steps: 11
Capacity for pipes (diameter): 90 mm
Capacity for pipes, in inches (diameter): 3 1/2 inches
Inner diameter, in inches: 3 1/2 inches
Joint design: box joint
Classic model, now also available with a length of 400 mm
Strong construction, sensitive to dirt
Especially suitable for outdoor work
11-notch adjustment position with a gripping capacity of up to 3 1/2", optimized adjustment to the workpiece and user-friendly handle position
Box joint design ensures high stability thanks to the double guide
Good access to the detail thanks to the thin size of the head and joint area
Gripping surfaces with special hardened teeth, tooth hardness approx. 61 HRC: high wear resistance and stable grip
Finger pinch protection protects the operator's fingers from getting caught
Durable adjustment mechanism, dirt-resistant, easy to clean
Self-locking on pipes and nuts: no slipping on the workpiece and does not require great physical effort
Energy-saving, durable and thin XL water pump pliers
Full torque for pipes and nuts thanks to the self-locking effect
After pressing the Knipex Alligator XL, the pliers remain independently attached to the pipes and nuts. This self-locking effect is possible thanks to the special jaw geometry developed by Knipex. The user does not have to squeeze the handles together, but can convert all the energy directly into torque. This feature is especially useful when it comes to unscrewing very large and stuck connections (up to 95 mm wrench opening).
Compact design and large gripping capacity
Pipe and heating installations are often carried out in tight conditions. The curved adjustment opening and thin head shape of the Knipex Alligator are an advantage here. Although the pliers are compact, their gripping widths are surprisingly large thanks to the 11-step locking adjustment: pipes up to 90 mm in diameter (3 ½ inches) and nuts up to 95 mm wrench opening. The XL version is especially suitable for industrial assembly, farms and for large construction machines and trucks.
Stable and wear-resistant – even when used outdoors
Knipex Alligator offers a box joint design and double guidance for very high stability for professional use. The teeth of the gripping surfaces are induction hardened to about 61 HRC, which ensures a long service life and a firm “grip” on the detail. The Knipex Alligator XL is durable, easy to clean and therefore the ideal tool for working outdoors. The pliers have a black phosphated finish, and their head is precisely finished. The handles are covered with non-slip plastic.
Short overview
Energy-saving XL water pump pliers: for a secure grip
Self-locking effect for pipes and nuts thanks to the special jaw geometry
Large gripping width (up to 3 ½ inches / 90 mm and wrench opening 95 mm) at a low weight (1190 g)
Induction-hardened gripping teeth (up to 61 HRC) for a permanent and firm grip
High stability due to the box joint design
Protection against pinching, thanks to the forged closing limiter
Made of forged chrome-vanadium electric steel
Black phosphate finish
KNIPEX Alligator® XL pipe pliers and water pump pliers | 88 01 400
A tool designed for professionals that will last for years and is suitable for installation, construction, production and workshop work.
Length: 400 mm
Width: 75 mm
Height: 20 mm
Weight: 1175 g
RoHS: not applicable
REACH: does not contain SVHC substances
Surface: black atramentation
Handles: with non-slip plastic coating
Head: polished
Adjustment steps: 11
Capacity for pipes (diameter): 90 mm
Capacity for pipes, in inches (diameter): 3 1/2 inches
Inner diameter, in inches: 3 1/2 inches
Joint design: box joint
Returns & Warranty
Product returns
14-day right of withdrawal. Terms for consumers and business customers.
Return instructionsWarranty
All products come with manufacturer warranty as required by law.






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Product description
Classic model, now also available with a length of 400 mm
Strong construction, sensitive to dirt
Especially suitable for outdoor work
11-notch adjustment position with a gripping capacity of up to 3 1/2", optimized adjustment to the workpiece and user-friendly handle position
Box joint design ensures high stability thanks to the double guide
Good access to the detail thanks to the thin size of the head and joint area
Gripping surfaces with special hardened teeth, tooth hardness approx. 61 HRC: high wear resistance and stable grip
Finger pinch protection protects the operator's fingers from getting caught
Durable adjustment mechanism, dirt-resistant, easy to clean
Self-locking on pipes and nuts: no slipping on the workpiece and does not require great physical effort
Energy-saving, durable and thin XL water pump pliers
Full torque for pipes and nuts thanks to the self-locking effect
After pressing the Knipex Alligator XL, the pliers remain independently attached to the pipes and nuts. This self-locking effect is possible thanks to the special jaw geometry developed by Knipex. The user does not have to squeeze the handles together, but can convert all the energy directly into torque. This feature is especially useful when it comes to unscrewing very large and stuck connections (up to 95 mm wrench opening).
Compact design and large gripping capacity
Pipe and heating installations are often carried out in tight conditions. The curved adjustment opening and thin head shape of the Knipex Alligator are an advantage here. Although the pliers are compact, their gripping widths are surprisingly large thanks to the 11-step locking adjustment: pipes up to 90 mm in diameter (3 ½ inches) and nuts up to 95 mm wrench opening. The XL version is especially suitable for industrial assembly, farms and for large construction machines and trucks.
Stable and wear-resistant – even when used outdoors
Knipex Alligator offers a box joint design and double guidance for very high stability for professional use. The teeth of the gripping surfaces are induction hardened to about 61 HRC, which ensures a long service life and a firm “grip” on the detail. The Knipex Alligator XL is durable, easy to clean and therefore the ideal tool for working outdoors. The pliers have a black phosphated finish, and their head is precisely finished. The handles are covered with non-slip plastic.
Short overview
Energy-saving XL water pump pliers: for a secure grip
Self-locking effect for pipes and nuts thanks to the special jaw geometry
Large gripping width (up to 3 ½ inches / 90 mm and wrench opening 95 mm) at a low weight (1190 g)
Induction-hardened gripping teeth (up to 61 HRC) for a permanent and firm grip
High stability due to the box joint design
Protection against pinching, thanks to the forged closing limiter
Made of forged chrome-vanadium electric steel
Black phosphate finish
KNIPEX Alligator® XL pipe pliers and water pump pliers | 88 01 400
A tool designed for professionals that will last for years and is suitable for installation, construction, production and workshop work.
Shipping & Delivery






Delivery time depends on stock
Returns & Warranty
Product returns
14-day right of withdrawal. Terms for consumers and business customers.
Return instructionsWarranty
All products come with manufacturer warranty as required by law.
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KNIPEX Alligator® water pump pliers XL 400 mm
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