748A 740 Series Mechanics Vise with Swivel Base, 8" Jaw Width, 8 - Wilton Corporation

The Wilton 748A 740 Series Mechanics Vise (model 21800) is a heavy-duty solution specifically engineered to meet the demanding needs of professional automotive, diesel, and industrial service environments. This robust bench vise ensures stable and repeatable clamping for critical teardown, fabrication, and repair tasks, delivering reliable and durable performance in busy shops.

Key Features

• 8" Jaw Width & Heavy-Duty Ductile Iron Body: Offers superior clamping force and stability for securing large automotive and industrial components like control arms, knuckles, and manifolds. The substantial 92 lb ductile iron body provides exceptional durability and a 30,000 PSI rating for rugged professional use.
• 360° Swivel Base with Dual Lockdowns: Allows for smooth, full rotation and solid locking at any desired angle, significantly enhancing versatility for tasks such as cutting, grinding, welding, and assembly.
• Replaceable Hardened Steel Top & Pipe Jaws: Provides a positive, long-lasting grip on both flat stock and various pipe or tubing sizes. These serviceable inserts are designed to extend the operational life of the vise.
• Large Integrated Anvil Work Surface: Delivers a substantial and stable area, ideal for precise straightening, peening, and light forming tasks directly on the vise.
• Enclosed Spindle & Nut: Protects crucial internal components from abrasive grit, grinding dust, and metal chips, thereby minimizing wear, reducing maintenance, and ensuring consistent operation.

Applications

This mechanics vise is an essential asset for a broad spectrum of general automotive repair, including chassis and suspension work, steering and brake jobs, and exhaust fabrication. It is also well-suited for fleet maintenance and light fabrication tasks, securely holding components such as suspension links, brackets, exhaust sections, and various small industrial parts for cutting, drilling, and welding. Its robust design provides a professional-grade alternative to lighter options, ensuring greater stability and longevity for demanding professional use compared to, for example, a SATA mechanics vise swivel 8 inch.

Specifications

• Model: Wilton 748A (21800)
• Jaw Width: 8"
• Approx. Weight: 92 lb
• Overall Dimensions: 21" L x 11" W x 12" H
• Base: 360° swivel with double lockdowns