The Spear & Jackson Neverbend Steel Contractors Newcastle Draining Tool is a heavy-duty draining shovel designed for extending narrow trenches, drainage channels, and laying pipes and cables. Built for demanding groundwork applications, the head is solid forged from carbon steel, delivering the strength and durability required on commercial and civil engineering sites. A powder-coated finish protects against rust, scratches, humidity, and excess alkalis, making it well suited to working in wet or chemically challenging ground conditions. The tubular steel handle is rotary welded to the socket to ensure consistent alignment and a secure, lasting joint. This tool comfortably passes the BS3388 Load Test, providing contractors with confidence in its structural integrity under heavy working loads. Features and Benefits: • Solid forged carbon steel head for exceptional strength and long-term durability • Powder-coated finish resists rust, scratches, humidity, and excess alkalis • Tubular steel handle rotary welded to socket for perfect alignment and a secure joint • Passes BS3388 Load Test for verified structural integrity Specifications: Head Dimensions: 405mm (16″) x 105mm (4″) Lift on Head: 55mm (2 1/8″) Shaft Length (including socket): 711mm (28″) Shaft Diameter: 31.75mm (1 1/4″)