Ken-Tool Torque Wrench

Ken-Tool Torque Wrenches: Industrial Precision for the Professional Shop

When it comes to torque-critical work on heavy-duty trucks and commercial tire applications, few names carry the weight that Ken-Tool does. Founded in 1920, Ken-Tool has spent over a century as the leading manufacturer of professional tire service tools in the world, and their torque wrench lineup reflects that same commitment to industrial-grade precision and durability.

Built for Heavy-Duty Work

Ken-Tool's torque wrenches are engineered specifically for the demands of commercial tire service — not the light-duty tasks found in a typical passenger car garage. Their flagship torque wrench offerings are built around the Break Back style design, which retains the robustness and clear torque signal of their classic industrial wrench while improving the scale for more accurate torque settings. Available in both 3/4" drive and 1" drive configurations, these wrenches cover a torque range of 200–750 ft-lbs, making them well-suited for the heavy fasteners found on HD trucks and commercial vehicles.

The Norbar Gen 2 Partnership

Ken-Tool's torque wrench line features the Norbar Gen 2 Break Back Two-Piece Torque Wrench Kit, a standout in the professional tool segment. The two-piece design splits apart for easy storage and economical transport, and the kit arrives with a hardshell protective case and a Certificate of Calibration. Critically, it meets ISO 6789-1:2017 requirements — the international standard for torque tool performance — giving shop managers and technicians the documentation they need for compliance and quality assurance. The operator handle is ergonomically shaped to guide the technician's hand into the correct position, reducing user error and improving repeatability.

Torque Sticks: Impact Gun Precision

Beyond traditional click-style wrenches, Ken-Tool also offers their renowned Torque Master Torque Sticks — color and letter-coded extension sockets that convert any impact gun into an instant torque-limiting tool by bleeding excess torque off the gun. Available in 1" drive configurations spanning from 175 ft-lbs to 650 ft-lbs, these sticks are Made in the USA and are especially popular in high-volume commercial tire shops where speed and accuracy must coexist.

Why Ken-Tool Stands Apart

Ken-Tool's torque tools are the product of a company that manufactures roughly 95% of its own product line in its Akron, Ohio facility — using drop hammer, upsetter, and press forging processes developed over decades. This vertically integrated approach means tighter quality control from raw material to finished tool. Recalibration is also part of the lifecycle: Ken-Tool provides recalibration support, and the design of the calibrated nut system reduces ongoing calibration expenses for busy shops.

For technicians who need to hit a precise torque spec on a heavy-duty wheel application — every single time — Ken-Tool's torque wrenches deliver the reliability and traceability that professional service demands.