Pitchfork AWTools AW00080, weight 1.6 kg, garden hand tool

AWTools AW00080 pitchfork is a compact garden hand tool designed for turning, aerating and moving soil, compost and loose materials. Weighing 1.6 kg, this pitchfork combines a hardened steel head with a powder-coated finish, a three-tine configuration and an ergonomic tubular steel shaft with anti-slip TPR covering. The D-shaped plastic handle provides a secure grip for manual garden work. Made in Poland, the AWTools AW00080 is intended for home gardens, compost management and light landscaping tasks where a durable and easy-to-handle pitchfork is required.

Advantages

The hardened steel construction and powder-coated finish increase corrosion resistance and wear life while the three sturdy tines give reliable penetration and material movement in soil and compost. The tubular steel shaft covered with TPR reduces slippage and improves control during use, and the lightweight 1.6 kg design minimizes user fatigue for repetitive manual tasks. The D-shaped plastic handle supports a firm grip for secure handling when turning or lifting loose materials.

Suitable for

• Turning and aerating compost piles
• Moving loose soil, mulch and other bulk materials
• Light landscaping and garden bed preparation
• Small-scale agricultural and allotment tasks
• Home garden maintenance and seasonal cleanup

Key specifications

• Weight: 1.6 kg
• Head material: hardened steel with powder-coated finish
• Tines: 3 sturdy tines
• Shaft: ergonomic tubular steel with anti-slip TPR covering
• Handle: D-shaped plastic handle for firm grip
• Country of manufacture: Poland

How to use

Hold the AWTools AW00080 pitchfork with one hand on the D-shaped handle and the other on the shaft to control angle and depth. Push the tines into the compost or soil, then use a lifting and turning motion to aerate or move material. For moving bulk material, use repeated short lifts and transfers to a wheelbarrow or pile. After use, clean off soil and organic residue, dry the tool and store it in a dry place to preserve the powder-coated finish and prevent corrosion.

Usage recommendations

Use personal protective equipment such as gloves and appropriate footwear when handling heavy or abrasive materials. Avoid levering against hard surfaces to prevent bending the tines. Regularly inspect the tool for signs of wear or damage and treat the head with light oil if storage conditions are humid to extend service life.