Got a trench to dig, but not sure on which is the best tool for the job? We've compared the different types of trenching shovels below so you can get the right tool for your next job!
Atlas Trade Steel Handle Trenching Spade
The pointed tip is designed for sharp digging and the narrow scoop helps to clear trenches causing minimal disruption to the sides.
Heavy duty steel short handle with 'D' handle for extra strength and durability
Tempered hardened virgin steel head
Short handle for close work
Also available with fibreglass handle
Atlas Trade Long Handle Trenching Shovel
The squared, narrow head with foot tread is designed for digging trenches in harder soils. The long handle gives it extra leverage.
Long FSC® certified wooden handle for extra strength and leverage
Tempered hardened virgin steel head
Foot tread for extra downward pressure
Also available with fibreglass handle
Atlas Trade Cable Trenching Long Handle Shovel
Clear narrow trenches quickly and neatly, minimise disruption of the surrounding soil. The long handle gives extra leverage making it easy to scoop out the soil.
Long FSC® certified wooden handle for extra strength and leverage
Tempered hardened virgin steel head
Foot tread for extra downward pressure
Square sides for minimal surrounding soil disruption
Also available with fibreglass handle
Atlas Trade Long Handle Plumbers Trenching Shovel
The rounded, narrow head with foot tread is designed for digging trenches in harder soils. The long handle gives it extra leverage.
Long FSC® certified wooden handle for extra strength and leverage
Tempered hardened virgin steel head
Foot tread for extra downward pressure
Also available with fibreglass handle
Atlas Trade Ribbed Post Hole Long Handle Shovel
The reinforced ribs help dig through heavy materials while also reducing suction when digging through difficult material such as wet clay
Long FSC® certified wooden handle for extra strength and leverage
Tempered hardened virgin steel head
Foot tread for extra downward pressure
Ribbed head for extra digging strength
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