AirCat 1056-XL 1/2 Inch Nitrocat Compact Impact Wrench, 550 ft-lb

3/8 yet so powerfulI am a full time automotive tech im whipping out gearboxs and engines all the time. I had the snap on mg325 the snap on 8810a. Milwaukee 3/8 chicago pneumatic stubby.None of them have the power this does.Im taking offWheel boltsDrive shaft nutsClutch and flywheel and dual mass flywheel boltsEngine mountsGearbox mountsDiff mountsIf your looking for power look no furtherThe size makes it perfect for all day use without getting tired.

I already own the 3/8 Aircat stubby impact and why not spend the money to get the 1/2'' version as well. I am already a fan of Aircat products and i own many of them so i know what to expect but for someone new to this brand it is absolute top notch for fantastic price. I own the 1/2'' 1200K Aircat but limited to the amount of room due to the size but having a stubby impact makes it much easier to get into tighter areas. I used to just use a 3/8 to 1/2 adapter but after putting a lot of torque on the adapter it snapped in two so i was getting sick of warrantying the adapter so it was time to purchase the 1/2''. The tool is very quiet as it's not whisper quiet but you will not be needing ear muffs with this impact. I have others around me that have SO LOUD impacts it makes you go deaf and this is just so tiny and doesn't sacrifice power as it has the power to remove 3500 HD lug nuts without hesitation. This impact will break anything loose and i even now rarely pull my bigger 1/2'' impact out but when i need serious power then i will but it fits in the palm of your hand. The switch i think the biggest weakness of the impact as does get in the way with your hand but not really a big deal and get used to it. There is also a dial with 1,2,3 settings for different torque which is nice because you 1 settings run it down almost hand tight which is nice. The impact is seriously far better than anything out on the market. Comparable to other brands i wouldn't even hesitate to purchase again if needed. It comes with a grease-able head and parts are available to replace so there isn't a doubt this will last a long time. The best impact i have owned and would seriously recommend to anyone looking at buying this as you will not be disappointed.

Very lightweight and powerful. Great price. Buy it now definitely worth it.

You do have to hang on it for about 30s but is able to crack a wheel nut torqued to ~600N.mVery small, feels like a toy but has the power to back it up.

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As other reviewer mentioned, this little guy packs a good punch on hard to reach fastener of all kinds on modern cars. For anyone doing some alternator, ac compressor, power steering pumps, tensioners and other accessories on the accessory belt, this is your go-to tool. Allow yourself the budget for a set of shallow impacts 3/8 and your pleasure to work with this compact impact will be complete!Also; for those of us who uses a BRANICK 7400 or 7600 strut spring compressor, this impact is the perfect match for removal of the upper strut nut. Those who have used a Branick will know how top space is limited and it can become hard to use a regular size impact gun to spin-off the top nut. I will try to post a picture to show what difference it makes.In resume, a very good powerful small size compact with lots of power and relatively quiet. The protective boot could be purchased locally for 25$Canadian.The little guy still goes strong as of July 2022 I have done many end link kits with it lately. They all come loose and undone after a short burst from this tool. I highly recommend this compact impact for anyone dealing with rusted bolts and nuts with limited access.*Update May 2nd 2024, i worked on rear wheel bearing/hubs on a Toyota Yaris 2012. Super rusted/corroded parts. The 4x 14mm bolts holding the bearing to the wheel axle were removed with this little guy. Bolts were not heated or lubricated with anything prior. The 4 of them came loose within seconds. The regular 1/2 sockets were too bulky to fit in this tight spot. Only a 3/8 air impact could be used. *