2 9/16" Locknut Socket 8 Point - American Forge & Foundry

The American Forge & Foundry 18505 2 9/16" Locknut Socket is a professional-grade 8-point socket specifically engineered for the precise servicing of large locknuts on heavy-duty vehicles and industrial equipment. This robust tool ensures secure engagement and efficient torque transfer, making it an essential component for critical maintenance and repair tasks in demanding shop environments.

Key Features

• Precise 2 9/16" Fitment: Engineered for an exact fit on locknuts and axle nuts commonly found on commercial trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment, ensuring proper engagement and helping prevent fastener damage.
• Versatile 8-Point Profile: The internal 8-point design provides full, positive contact on 8-point locknuts, minimizing slippage and fastener damage. It is also compatible with 6-point hexagonal and rounded 6-point fasteners.
• Durable Construction: Built by American Forge & Foundry from high-strength steel with robust walls and a protective powder-coated finish, designed for enhanced durability and corrosion resistance in high-torque applications.
• Consistent Torque Application: Designed to maintain proper alignment on the nut, enabling technicians to apply or remove torque evenly on critical drivetrain and axle components.
• 3/4" Drive Compatibility: Features a machine-welded 3/4" drive plate for reliable use with heavy-duty ratchets, breaker bars, or torque wrenches, providing secure power transfer for demanding jobs.

Applications

This 2 9/16" locknut socket is essential for the installation and removal of 8-point locknuts on drive axles, wheel ends, and suspension components. It is well-suited for technicians in commercial truck and trailer repair shops, fleet maintenance facilities, and heavy equipment service operations. Professionals performing hub, bearing, and axle service will find this an ideal 2 9/16 axle nut socket where precise fitment is critical.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: American Forge & Foundry
• Model: 18505
• Socket Size: 2 9/16"
• Drive: 3/4"
• Point Configuration: 8-point (compatible with 6-point hexagonal and rounded 6-point)
• Material: High-strength steel
• Finish: Powder Coat
• Weight: 2 lb
• Dimensions: 4" x 4" x 4"