Key Features
Reach Tight SpotsThe deep-reach cross-handle design gives these pliers more working reach while keeping a slim profile, so you can grab parts buried behind hoses, wiring, and brackets. More ControlSingle-joint construction delivers strong, predictable grip force. That matters when you are handling small fasteners, washers, or wire without fighting the tool. Two Useful NosesThis Milwaukee 48-22-6542 2PC Long Reach Pliers Set gives you both straight nose and 45 degree nose options, so you can match the angle to the space instead of forcing the job.
Overview
The Milwaukee 48-22-6542 2PC Long Reach Pliers Set is built for mechanics, technicians, electricians, and anyone who has to grab, guide, or hold small parts in places a standard plier cannot reach. This is a long reach pliers set designed for fastening and gripping in tight spaces. Model Number: 48-22-6542. Instead of giving you one do-everything shape, Milwaukee includes both a straight nose plier and a 45 degree nose plier so you can work around obstructions and get a cleaner angle on clips, washers, wires, and hardware.
The big story here is access. Milwaukee’s deep-reach cross-handle design is made to open wide while keeping the body slim, which is exactly what you want when working down inside an engine bay, behind panels, or around bundled wiring. These are 13 inch long reach pliers, so you get serious stand-off distance from your hand to the work. That extra reach helps when the part is there, but your knuckles cannot be.
Grip force matters just as much as reach, and Milwaukee built these as single-joint pliers for more direct control. In practical terms, that means less vague feel at the tip and a firmer grab on small objects. The jaws use multi-function gripping zones, so this set is not limited to one kind of task. It is useful for pulling fasteners, holding washers, positioning clips, managing wire, and grabbing odd-shaped small parts that like to disappear in cramped spaces.
The pair itself is set up smart. The straight nose plier is the right choice when you have a clear line into the work and need to reach straight down or across. The 45 degree nose plier gives you a better attack angle when something blocks a direct path or when you need to approach from the side. Having both in the same set saves time because you are not trying to make one jaw shape do a job it was never meant to do.
For durability, Milwaukee uses a black oxide coating for corrosion resistance. That is not just a finish detail. On hand tools that get used around moisture, underhood grime, and general shop dirt, corrosion protection helps the tool keep moving smoothly and looking decent longer. The dipped, slip-resistant grips also matter more than they sound like they do. When you are reaching far into a space, the last thing you want is a handle that feels loose in your hand.
On the job, this long nose pliers set is especially useful anywhere access is the problem, not raw cutting power. Think automotive service, equipment maintenance, electrical work, and general repair. If you spend a lot of time retrieving dropped hardware, holding small parts in awkward locations, or routing wire in crowded assemblies, this is the kind of set that earns drawer space fast. It is not a substitute for every plier in the box, but for deep, awkward, frustrating spots, it is exactly the right tool.
Get Into Spaces Standard Pliers Cannot
These pliers are made for the jobs where access is the whole problem. The long body and slim working profile let you reach past surrounding parts and still get a usable grip on the piece you need.
- 13 inch overall length for extended access
- Deep-reach cross handles help maintain jaw opening in confined areas
Choose the Right Angle for the Job
The included straight nose and 45 degree nose pliers give you better control around hoses, harnesses, and brackets. You can come in straight when the path is open or switch to the angled jaw when the work is tucked behind something.
- Includes one straight nose plier and one 45 degree nose plier
- Multi-function gripping zones work well on wires, washers, and small hardware
Built to Hold On Without Fighting You
Long-reach tools are only useful if they still feel precise at the tip. Milwaukee keeps that under control with a single-joint layout for strong grip force and handles that stay planted in your hand.
- Slip-resistant dipped grips improve leverage and handling
- Black oxide coating helps resist corrosion in shop and garage conditions
What’s in the Box
- (1) 13 in Long Reach Pliers, Straight Nose
- (1) 13 in Long Reach Pliers, 45 Degree Nose
Key Specifications
| Tool Type | Long Reach Pliers Set |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 15.4 in |
| Weight | 1.642 lbs |
| Handle Type | Dipped |
| Material | Black Oxide / Forged Alloy Steel with Plastic Grips |
| Piece Count | 2 |
| Jaw Lengths | 3-1/4 in and 3 in |
| Made In | Viet Nam |
Built For
Automotive Electrical Equipment Maintenance General Repair Fastener Retrieval Wire Routing Tight Access Work DIY / Hobbyist
Pro Tip
Use the straight nose plier when you have a clear line to the part, then switch to the 45 degree nose as soon as surrounding components start blocking your hand position. That simple swap usually gets you a cleaner grip with less slipping and less frustration.
Warranty & Support
Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Tool Nut’s Take
Tool Nut’s Take
Milwaukee 48-22-6542 2PC Long Reach Pliers Set for the Annoying Jobs Nobody Else Reaches
This is the set you buy when standard pliers keep making a simple grab job harder than it should be.
- Who it’s for: Techs, mechanics, electricians, and serious DIY users who work around tight assemblies and need better access without giving up control.
- Why it stands out: You get real reach, two jaw angles that actually matter, and a grip layout that works on more than one kind of part.
- Worth knowing: These are purpose-built for access and gripping, not a replacement for every plier in the bag. If you regularly work deep inside equipment, though, this set makes a lot of sense.
Common Questions
- What types of tasks are these pliers designed for? They are designed for fastening and gripping tasks such as handling fasteners, washers, wires, and other small parts in tight spaces.
- Are both pliers the same shape? No. The set includes one straight nose long reach plier and one 45 degree nose long reach plier.
- Do these have corrosion protection? Yes. Milwaukee uses a black oxide coating to improve corrosion resistance.
- Are the handles insulated? No. The handle specification lists these as non-insulated.
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