In The United States
The shape of a hydrant wrench is sometimes adapted so it can be used as a tool for other purposes such as:
- Storz and spanner hose couplings
- Rocker lug couplings
- Water meter shutoff valves
- Gas cock valves
- Pentagonal nuts
- Square nuts.
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