Draper 'Go Through' Ratchet, 20mm, 72 Tooth

Unlock access to a whole new category of fastening application with the Draper 'Go Through' Ratchet (VTX-20RDR/B) — a specialist 20mm ratchet engineered around a hollow head design that allows fixings, bolts, and threaded rods to pass completely through the tool, opening up possibilities that a conventional solid-head ratchet simply cannot accommodate.

The 'Go Through' Advantage — A Hollow Head That Changes What's Possible

Conventional ratchets are closed at the drive end, which means they cannot engage fasteners on extended threaded rods, long bolts protruding through panels, or any application where the fixing extends beyond the depth of a standard socket. The hollow ratchet head of the VTX-20RDR/B eliminates this restriction entirely — the fixing passes straight through the head as the tool drives the nut, enabling applications that would otherwise require specialist open-end or crow's-foot tooling.

This makes the VTX-20RDR/B an invaluable specialist tool for automotive work involving long suspension bolts and chassis fixings, plumbing and pipework installations, electrical conduit and equipment mounting, and structural engineering applications where fixings regularly extend well beyond the face of the nut.

Slim Profile Design for Confined Access

The slim profile design of the ratchet head is engineered to complement the hollow-through capability, allowing the tool to access tight spaces and closely grouped fasteners where a bulkier conventional ratchet head would struggle to fit. Where long fixings and tight working clearances occur together — a common combination in automotive and construction environments — the slim hollow-head design of the VTX-20RDR/B provides a practical solution that no standard tool can match.

72-Tooth Ratchet Mechanism

The 72-tooth ratcheting gear mechanism delivers a fine 5° engagement arc between each tooth, allowing meaningful progress on a fastener even in the most restricted working environments where a full swing is impossible. More teeth means smaller, more precise increments of movement — providing smooth, controlled operation and the ability to work productively in tight spaces where a lower tooth-count ratchet would leave you struggling.

Forward/Reverse Selector

A conveniently positioned forward/reverse selector allows fast directional switching between tightening and loosening without removing the tool from the fastener — keeping workflow efficient and the tool firmly in control throughout the task.

Chrome Vanadium Steel — Hardened and Tempered

The VTX-20RDR/B is manufactured from chrome vanadium steel, hardened and tempered for the strength, resilience, and long service life expected from a professional-grade specialist ratchet. Chrome vanadium provides an excellent balance of toughness and hardness, ensuring the ratchet mechanism and hollow head maintain their performance and geometry through sustained professional use.

Soft Grip Handle

A soft grip handle provides comfortable, secure handling during extended use — reducing hand fatigue and maintaining confident tool control even in oily or wet workshop conditions.

Manufactured to DIN3122 and ISO3315 Standards

The VTX-20RDR/B is manufactured and tested generally in accordance with DIN3122 and ISO3315 specifications — internationally recognised benchmarks for ratchet handle construction and performance that provide professional users with confidence in the tool's quality and consistency.

Key Features

• 20mm 'Go Through' ratchet with hollow head — allows fixings to pass completely through the tool
• Slim profile design for access in confined spaces and closely grouped fasteners
• 72-tooth ratchet mechanism — fine 5° engagement arc for use in restricted spaces
• Forward/reverse selector for fast directional switching
• Manufactured from chrome vanadium steel — hardened and tempered
• Soft grip handle for comfortable, secure use
• Manufactured and tested to DIN3122 and ISO3315 specifications
• Product Code: VTX-20RDR/B