4-3/8" 8 Pt Axle Nut Socket - Lang

The Lang 1217 4 3/8" Octagon Axle Nut Socket is a professional-grade tool designed for the precise removal and installation of octagon-shaped axle nuts on heavy-duty vehicles and industrial machinery. Engineered for demanding repair environments, this robust socket ensures secure, non-slip engagement, which is essential for safely servicing critical components.

Key Features

• Precision 4 3/8" Octagon Profile: Features an exact 4 3/8-inch, 8-point octagon drive for a secure, non-slip fit, which minimizes the risk of fastener rounding during high-torque applications.
• Professional-Grade Construction: Manufactured from high-strength steel, this socket is built to withstand the rigorous demands and high torque encountered in professional automotive and industrial repair shops.
• Secure Fastener Engagement: Designed for tight contact with axle nuts, reducing slippage and helping to prevent damage to vital vehicle and machinery components during maintenance.
• Optimized Torque Application: Facilitates precise torque transfer, which is crucial for maintaining vehicle safety and operational integrity after axle or wheel bearing service.
• Manual Use Only: Exclusively designed for use with 3/4" square drive manual tools, such as a torque wrench or breaker bar, ensuring controlled application; not intended for impact use.

Applications

This 4 3/8 axle nut socket is an indispensable tool for heavy-duty maintenance and repair operations. It is commonly utilized for servicing octagon-shaped axle nuts found on heavy-duty trucks, commercial fleet vehicles, agricultural machinery, and various industrial equipment. Technicians will find it essential for critical axle nut service and wheel bearing maintenance, particularly on Class 7 and 8 vehicle wheel ends that feature a specific 4 3/8" octagon axle nut.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Lang Tools (Kastar)
• Model Number: 1217
• Socket Size: 4 3/8 inches
• Socket Type: Octagon (8-Point)
• Drive Size: 3/4 inch
• Weight: 3.72 lbs
• Dimensions: 5 x 4.8 x 4.8 inches