Torque Wrench
Torque wrenches under 7 inches are allowed in carry-on, but most torque wrenches exceed this length and must be checked.
Carry-on
Allowed with conditions
Checked
Allowed
Carry-on details
Allowed with conditions — and often not in practice. Torque wrenches follow the same 7-inch hand-tool rule as other wrenches, measured end to end. The catch is that most torque wrenches, especially automotive click-style models, are considerably longer than 7 inches to generate enough leverage, so in practice most will need to be checked rather than carried on.
Checked-bag details
Allowed. Any length torque wrench can be packed in checked baggage.
Quantity limit
7 count (per item)
Special instructions
Measure your specific torque wrench's full length before assuming it qualifies for carry-on — most full-size models don't.
FAQ
- Can I bring my torque wrench in carry-on?
- Only if it's 7 inches or shorter, measured end to end. Most torque wrenches are longer than this to provide enough leverage, so plan to pack yours in checked baggage.
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Source: TSA — What Can I Bring? · Last verified: 2026-08-02
Final decision rests with the security officer at the checkpoint.