Roughneck ROU68006 Micro Square Head Short Handle Shovel 68-006

Some jobs are simply too awkward for a full-size shovel. Whether you are working in the bottom of a trench, clearing material from a bulk bag, digging around fence posts, or keeping a dependable tool ready in the boot for winter and off-road emergencies, the Roughneck ROU68006 Micro Square Head Short Handle Shovel 68-006 is built for those moments where compact size matters just as much as strength. It gives you the feel of a serious site tool in a shorter, easier-to-handle format that works where longer shovels become clumsy.

At the heart of the design is a heavy-duty square mouth blade made from industrial-strength carbon steel. The square head shape is especially useful when shifting loose materials, scraping out trench bottoms, working from bags, and carrying out more controlled digging in confined areas. This makes it a practical choice for contractors, groundworkers, landscapers, and general users who need accuracy and control without giving up durability.

Roughneck has reinforced the shovel where it matters most. The steel Power Ring socket strengthens the blade-to-handle connection, helping the tool cope with demanding use while maintaining the compact convenience that makes the Micro range so useful. The fibreglass shaft keeps overall weight down while resisting shrinkage, expansion, and rot, and the full-size double-injected D-grip handle provides a secure and comfortable hold when digging, lifting, and shifting material.

Its compact overall length of around 685mm means it is easy to carry, easy to store, and easy to keep close by when a standard shovel would take up too much room. That makes it ideal for vans, car boots, site storage, camping equipment, and emergency kits, as well as day-to-day trade use in tighter working areas. For users who need a hard-working short shovel that is portable, strong, and ready for rough jobs, the Roughneck ROU68006 Micro Square Head Short Handle Shovel 68-006 is a practical choice.

Key Features

• Heavy-duty square head micro shovel.
• 14-gauge industrial-strength carbon steel blade.
• Steel reinforced Power Ring socket for added strength.
• Lightweight fibreglass shaft.
• Full-size double-injected D-grip handle.
• Ideal for confined spaces and trench work.
• Suitable for shovelling material from bulk bags.
• Compact size for vehicle, site, and camping use.

Specifications

• Brand: Roughneck.
• Product Name: Roughneck ROU68006 Micro Square Head Short Handle Shovel 68-006.
• SKU: ROU68006-ST-UP30.
• MPN: 68-006.
• EAN: 0025997680066.
• Blade Type: Square head / square mouth.
• Blade Dimensions: 210mm x 150mm.
• Blade Width: 150mm.
• Overall Length: 685mm / 27in.
• Weight: 1kg.
• Blade Material: Carbon steel.
• Shaft Material: Fibreglass.
• Handle Type: Double-injected D-grip handle.