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Initially, the Finnish company Fiskars was engaged in the processing and production of metal. During the war, she worked for the Defense Department. Now the brand is better known as a global manufacturer of garden tools and other household items. The Fiskars snow shovel is very popular with owners of private yards and motorists, the reliability of which is confirmed by a 25-year manufacturer’s warranty.
Model range and design features of Fiskars snowplows
When, with the onset of winter, everything is covered with expensive snow, there is a demand for shovels. This tool is in demand not only for cleaning the surrounding area, but also for motorists. Fiskars compact snow shovel with a short handle lying in the trunk will help the driver to free his car from a snow drift.
Fiskars car shovels are the dream of every driver. From the beginning to the end of winter, this tool should always be in the trunk of a car. A special handle allows you to do this without problems. The shovel is characterized by low weight, compact and fits comfortably in the hands. The tool is convenient for work even for a woman driver. The deep aluminum alloy shovel allows you to do a lot of snow in one go. It is comfortable to work with the tool even with the onset of a thaw, since wet snow does not stick to the scoop.
For cleaning yards, flat roofs and other large areas, the manufacturer offers traditional shovels and scrapers, as well as special SnowXpert series tools.TM. All snow removal equipment is available only with aluminum handles. They are very light and durable. For comfortable work, the handles are covered with a plastic coating. Feature of the new SnowXpert seriesTM is the scoop design. The polypropylene working part has steel reinforcement. Strong rods do not allow the scoop to bend under strong mechanical stress.
Overview of snow shovels
It is impossible to review the entire inventory of fiskars for snow removal due to its great variety. Now we will try to highlight the most common models that are in demand among the consumer.
Fiskars 143060
Shovel model 143060 is made of high quality aluminium. The 162,2 cm long handle is covered with black plastic. The protective layer is pleasant when touched with a bare hand, even in severe frost. Plastic allows you to avoid frostbite on the body of the hands if you have to work without gloves. Tool weight – 1,7 kg. Wet snow practically does not stick to the scoop.
The video shows an overview of model 143060:
Fiskars 141001
Among plastic shovels, model 141001 occupies a leading position. The tool similarly has a durable aluminum handle 131 cm long. The protective layer is made of a soft orange plastic coating. A wide plastic tip on the handle allows you to make a comfortable grip with a hand in a mitten. The 35 cm wide scoop is made of reinforced polypropylene. Tool weight – 1,4 kg.
Fiskars 141020
The Fiskars 141020 shovel belongs to the Snow Light line. The tool is specially designed for motorists. Scoop and handle made of aluminium. The handle has a tip that allows for a comfortable grip by hand. The handle is covered with soft black plastic. The length of the shovel is 71,5 cm, the width of the scoop is 25,5 cm. The weight of the tool is 750 g.
FISKARS SnowXpert™ 143001
The snowplow model belongs to the SnowXpert lineTM. The handle is made of high quality aluminum with an orange plastic coating. The wide tip allows for gripping with a thick mitten. Scoop made of durable polypropylene reinforced with steel rods. Tool length – 152 cm, scoop width – 53 cm. Weight – 1,6 kg.
Fiskars 143020
The drag scraper allows you to comfortably handle large layers of snow without much effort. The U-shaped metal handle is convenient for two people to hold on to. The bucket is made of durable plastic by vacuum forming. The steel edge protects the working part from rapid abrasion. The weight of the shovel is 4,1 kg, the length is 150 cm. The width of the bucket is 72 cm.
Conclusion
The cost of Fiskars snow removal equipment for many consumers may seem unaffordable compared to the Chinese tool. But given that Finnish shovels will last more than one season, but up to 25 years, their price is quite justified.