- The strongest production bench vise ever built — tested to 40,823 kg of clamping force
- 355 mm jaw opening — the largest of any production bench vise in the world
- 150 mm jaw width and 120 kg of mass keep workpieces locked in place under the most extreme conditions
- Generates 4,750 kg of clamping force from 136 N·m input — 60% more efficient than the Wilton 600s
- Operates in the 0-13,600 kg range as a normal working load — the competition's failure point
- Survived 283 strikes from a 40 kg drop hammer — the Wilton failed at 2 hits, the Morgan at 10
- Jaws remained perfectly parallel after 40,823 kg of clamping force — zero jaw deflection
- 155+ mm of static jaw support eliminates jaw droop at maximum opening
- Fully boxed dynamic jaw — the strongest cross-sectional geometry possible
- Tapered wedge swivel base spreads load across the full channel width — can't spin, won't crack
- Dual thrust bearings + straight-pull screw design: maximum force out, minimum effort in
- 76 mm of thread engagement and 9.5 mm wall nut — engineered to outlast everything it's bolted to
- Custom broached rectangular bore — 180 man-hours of tooling investment for a perfect fit
- Every component is repairable and available — designed to be rebuilt, not replaced
- Individually serialized: every vise is tracked, accountable, and built with the care of a precision instrument
- Ductile iron construction — the same material behavior as mild steel, far beyond the gray iron of vintage vises
- 4 years of prototyping and testing before the first unit shipped
- Placed in the same tier as the legendary Reed 106 by the tool community — and then proven stronger
THE BEST PRODUCTION VISE IN THE WORLD
The Fireball Hardtail Vise features the strongest clamping force and largest opening of any production vise in the world. It has been designed with usability, style, strength, and longevity in mind to outlast its owners.
165 mm Jaw Hardtail
Vise Dimensions
F5-HTV614
Max Opening
355 mm
Jaw
165 mm
Throat Depth
127 mm
Nose to Tail
838 mm
Front of Base to Tail
584 mm
Height
350 mm
Base Width
285 x 355 mm
Mounting Pattern
305 x 203 mm
Material
Ductile Iron
Normal Clamp Load
0 – 13,600 kg
Max Tested Force
40,823 kg
Weight
122 kg
Maintenance
- Use grease on the slides for lubrication and corrosion resistance.
- Apply light layer of anti-corrosion coating or oil to other exposed parts such as handles and jaws for protection against corrosion, especially if used outdoors.
Way grooves underneath the front jaw slide keep vise steady and stable even when fully extended.
Vintage meatball style handle on nose of the vise.
Swivel base locks down with two wedge nuts captured in a cast iron raceway.
Base and body cast from high tensile strength ductile iron.
The vise spindle and nut are in a straight pull configuration where the nut is able to distribute the compressive load in all directions through the hardtail.
This is in contrast to most wedge nut designs where load is transferred as a shear force to a single point in the vise through a spindle nut that is wedged into the body.
Thrust bearings for smooth power transmission using large diameter lead screw.
Included serrated Jaws
How do the Hardtail Vises Compare
F5-HTV614
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Jaw Width
165 mm
Max Jaw Opening
355 mm
Weight
122 kg
Clamping (136 N·m input)
4,750 kg
Normal Working Range (at Max Opening)
0 – 13,600 kg
Best Use
Shop / Industrial / Production
Weight Category
Permanent bench installation
Jaw Width
127 mm
Max Jaw Opening
300+ mm
Weight
80 kg
Clamping (136 N·m input)
4,750 kg
Normal Working Range (at Max Opening)
Up to 9,000 kg
Best Use
Field / service truck
Weight Category
Mobile-capable
Jaw Width
165 mm
Max Jaw Opening
165 mm
Weight
41 kg
Clamping (136 N·m input)
3,600 kg
Normal Working Range (at Max Opening)
Up to 4,500 kg
Best Use
Field / service truck
Weight Category
Mobile-capable
Choosing the Right Vise
Choose the HTV614 if...
- Your vise lives on a permanent bench in a production shop, machine shop, or
industrial facility. - You regularly work with large parts that exceed the capacity of a standard vise.
- Your work involves heavy impacting, pressing, or torquing where vise failure is
unacceptable. - You want the world's strongest bench vise and want to own it once, for life.
- You're replacing a heavy vintage vise (Reed 106, Wilton 800s, Morgan 8) and
want modern engineering with available parts.
Choose the HTV510 if...
- Your vise lives on a service truck, trailer, or job site rather than a permanent shop
bench. - You need maximum performance at minimum weight — every pound matters for
your setup. - Field durability and weather resistance are non-negotiable requirements.
- You're replacing a Reed, Snap-On, or similar service vise and want a provable
upgrade. - You want the same Fireball engineering in a mobile-ready format.
Optional Accessories
How Is It Shipped?
165 mm Jaws
Crate Dimensions: 990 x 405 x 533 mm
Shipment Weight: 133 kg
Informational Videos
Answering FAQ about the Hardtail Vise
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Shipping
Do you ship outside EU?
Yes, please visit this link for more information about shipments outside EU.
How long will it take to receive my order?
It depends on where you are. Orders processed here will take approx. 5-7 business days to arrive.
Product
Can I return my product?
If you need to return or exchange an item, please contact us with your order number and details about the product you would like to return or exchange. We will respond with instructions for how to proceed from there. Returns will be accepted within 30 days of receiving it. No returns on tools or any components that have been modified outside of Fireball Tool.
Manufacturer Information
This product is manufactured under the supervision of Fireball Tool Works LLC at:
CHU POWER TOOLS CO., LTD.
Address: 1F, No. 10, Lane 97, Ren Meei St., Wuchi Jen, Taichung, Taiwan
E-Mail: contact.eu@fireballtool.com
European Manufacturer: No