Facom "Classic" High Torque Combination Wrench-24mm (40.24L)
- Cold forged vanachrome (chrome vanadium steel)
- Long shank for extra torque (overall length = 322mm)
- 12-point ring angled at 15 degrees
- Made in France
- Limited quantities
The designation FACOM 40.23L refers to the legacy generation of FACOM's high-torque, extra-long metric combination wrench series. The primary difference comes down to tool generations: the 40.23L is the discontinued legacy model, whereas the modern, currently produced version is designated as the 40.23LA. Both variations share identical 23 mm openings and 381 mm ultra-extended lengths, acting as direct dimensional crossovers for the old fractional 15/16" sizing standard.
Historical Evolution: 40L vs. 40LA
- The 40.23L (Legacy Variant): This original iteration featured a distinct forging and stamping layout common to FACOM’s older industrial steel production runs. It relied heavily on the classic high-leverage shank design.
- The 40.23LA (Modern Replacement): Introduced to phase out the 40L series, the "A" modification indicates subtle manufacturing updates. This includes cleaner, modernized forging profiles, exact weight balancing optimizations, and highly refined tolerances for the 12-point OGV box end to reduce clearance slip.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Architectural Feature |
Legacy Model (40.23L) |
Modern Model (40.23LA) |
| Status |
Discontinued (Rare old stock) |
In Active Production |
| Fastener Size |
23 mm |
23 mm |
| Overall Length |
381 mm |
381 mm |
| Crossover Profile |
15/16" Exact Match |
15/16" Exact Match |
| Finish Styling |
Matte / Classic Satin |
Clean Satin Chrome |
