Why are the KNIPEX bolt cutters so powerful? Product Manager Marc-André explains. | Knipex

Compact design. Relentless cutting power. KNIPEX CoBolt® S 71 31 160. This compact bolt cutters shows just how much force you can pack into 160 mm of length. With 25× hand force multiplication and induction-hardened cutting edges (approx. 64 HRC), it cuts round materials with ease — whether it’s soft wire up to Ø 5 mm or spring steel/piano wire up to Ø 3.3 mm. And when space gets tight, its slim head gives you access even in hard-to-reach spots. If cutting round materials shouldn’t feel like a w

4 KNIPEX Diagonal Cutters. Here's how to find the right one for you! All four perform impressively on the job. Yet each one shines with different strengths: ✅ Diagonal Cutter 70 02 160 – Long cutting edges for cable work. Precise even on fine stranded wires; up to 12x hand force amplification ✅ High Leverage Diagonal Cutter 74 02 180 – Forged-in axle for heavy-duty use; up to 13x hand force amplification ✅ X-Cut® 73 02 160 SB – Box-joint design for maximum stability with low weight; up to 16x ha