Spade CATerpillar J10-200 steel shovel with 30 cm blade and 122 cm handle, multi-colour

CATerpillar J10-200 is a steel spade designed for digging, planting and general garden work. It features a 30 cm blade, a 122 cm handle and a digging depth of 220 mm. The tool is available in black, grey, red and yellow finishes and is built for soil turning, trenching and landscaping tasks where a durable steel blade and a reinforced shaft are required.

Advantages

The spade has a hardened blade with a sharp, beveled edge to facilitate penetration into compact or untreated soil. A reinforced fiberglass shaft and a patented handle-to-blade connection increase durability and resistance to bending under load. The handle is shaped for a natural grip and covered with a non-slip material to reduce slipping and improve control. The shaft angle relative to the blade is designed to reduce back and shoulder strain during repeated use.

Suitable for

• Digging planting holes and turning soil in vegetable and ornamental beds
• Creating and deepening trenches for irrigation or drainage
• Landscaping tasks such as edging and soil redistribution
• Working in compacted or hard soil where a sharpened edge is needed

When it may not be suitable

This spade is intended for manual garden and landscaping work and is not designed for industrial-scale excavation where powered machinery is required. It may be less convenient for very confined spaces or for tasks requiring a narrow hand trowel rather than a full-size spade.

Key specifications

• Blade width: 30 cm
• Handle length: 122 cm
• Digging depth: 220 mm
• Blade material: hardened steel with beveled sharpened edge
• Shaft material: reinforced fiberglass with ergonomic, non-slip handle
• Shaft-to-blade connection: patented reinforced joint designed to resist bending
• Footboard: wide rigid footboard for high-force use
• Available finishes: black, grey, red, yellow

How to use

Position the spade with the blade edge against the soil at a slight angle, place your foot on the wide footboard and press down to drive the blade into the ground. Use the ergonomic handle to lever and lift soil, rotate the blade for turning or trenching, and repeat as needed. For planting, dig a hole of the required depth and remove loosened soil. Clean off dirt after each use and store the spade in a dry place to prevent corrosion of the steel blade.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm the blade width and handle length fit the tasks you plan (30 cm blade, 122 cm handle).
• Consider whether a hardened steel blade and reinforced fiberglass shaft suit working in compacted soil.
• Assess whether the spade size is appropriate for storage and transport needs.
• Decide on preferred finish colour (black, grey, red or yellow) if appearance matters.

Usage recommendations

Wear sturdy gloves and appropriate footwear when using the spade. For prolonged or heavy digging, take regular breaks and use correct lifting technique to reduce strain. After use, wipe the blade dry and, if needed, apply light oil to steel surfaces to protect against rust.