Ames True Temper 1518000 Penguin Collapsible Emergency Snow Shovel

by Ames True Temper

Product Features

• Snow shovel
• 8-1/2-Inch by 12-Inch blade size
• Collapses in half
• Great for camping, skiing and cars
• Useful in emergencies

Product Details

• Item Weight: 2.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000QFOS0M
• Item model number: 1518000
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #13,148 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
  • #45 in Patio, Lawn & Garden > Snow Removal > Snow Shovels

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Ames True Temper Penguin collapsible emergency shovel, is great for camping, skiing, cars or any emergency that comes up .

Product Description

Portable. Fits in the trunk of your car. Extends for a longer reach and is compact for easy storage. Extends to 39'' for long reach.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

69 of 69 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Winter Shovel for your Car, October 16, 2008

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This review is from: Ames True Temper 1518000 Penguin Collapsible Emergency Snow Shovel (Lawn & Patio)

I have one of these and find it a perfect compromise between utility, size, and storage needs for the car. Note that while the description says it extends for long reach, that's still only about 3 feet. That's just fine for taking along in your car for the occasional dig-out, but you'll get tired of using really quickly if you are thinking of using it for your front walk!

The push-button mechanism for the handle extension is easy to use, the blade and handle are strong, and the extension of the handle into the blade ensures long-life, unlike some models that are pinned into a short socket only. You want stainless steel, as in this shovel, when you are storing a shovel in your car - you don't want it rusting in your trunk, staining everything it touches.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great shovel for the trunk of your car..., December 30, 2009

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If you park in the street or want to have all the winter gear in your trunk, this is a good choice. It takes little trunk space, but can move quite a bit of snow.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars used 3 times, January 7, 2009

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Laurie Irwin "angelwoman_1999" (Madison, WI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ames True Temper 1518000 Penguin Collapsible Emergency Snow Shovel (Lawn & Patio)

I bought this shovel for my car and one for my nephew when he goes winter backpacking. I think it is indispensible although a little tough to manipulate the handle sometimes.