Roughneck Short Handled Drain Spade ROU68238

When the ground is tight, stubborn and full of resistance, the right tool makes all the difference. The Roughneck Short Handled Drain Spade ROU68238 is built for the jobs that demand accuracy as much as strength, helping you cut into compacted soil, clay and root-filled ground with far less struggle than a standard garden spade. Its sharpened, narrow blade is designed for deep, clean digging, making it especially useful for drainage runs, cable channels, pipe trenches, and neatly shaped post holes.

Made from heavy-duty carbon steel, this drain spade is built to cope with regular site work, landscaping projects and demanding garden tasks. The blade features a corrosion-resistant tumble lacquered finish, helping protect the tool against wear while maintaining its hardworking look and feel. For added confidence under pressure, the blade includes foot treads that help improve grip when driving down into difficult ground, reducing the chance of slipping when extra force is needed.

Strength is carried through the full design. The Power Ring socket with a steel reinforced plug creates a stronger connection between blade and handle, giving the spade the durability needed for repeated heavy use. The tubular fibreglass shaft offers a smart balance of toughness and reduced user fatigue, while the soft grip D handle provides better comfort and control during longer digging sessions. Whether you are working in a garden border, preparing a fence line or opening narrow service trenches, it is a tool designed to stay dependable in the hand and reliable in the ground.

With a 110mm blade width and an overall length of 1080mm, this model is particularly well suited to jobs where precision matters more than bulk excavation. It is ideal for tradespeople, landscapers and serious gardeners who need a compact, robust digging tool that can reach deeper, cut cleaner and handle tougher terrain with confidence.

Key Features

• Sharpened narrow blade for easier cutting into compacted soil, clay, and root-filled ground.
• Ideal for deep narrow trenches for drains, pipes, and cable channels, plus post and sign holes.
• Heavy-duty carbon steel construction for strength and durability.
• Corrosion-resistant tumble lacquered finish for longer-lasting protection.
• Blade treads help apply extra pressure with reduced risk of foot slippage.
• Power Ring socket with steel reinforced plug for a stronger blade-to-handle connection.
• Tubular fibreglass shaft offers strength with reduced fatigue.
• Soft grip D-shaped handle for better comfort and control.

Specifications

• Product Name: Roughneck Short Handled Drain Spade ROU68238
• SKU: ROU68238
• Blade Width: 110mm
• Overall Length: 1080mm (43in)
• Weight: 1.98kg
• EAN: 0025997682381
• Shaft Material: Fibreglass
• Blade Material: Heavy-duty carbon steel