This trenching tool, or shovel, was designed with an adjustable angle blade. Used by the astronauts on the Apollo 14 mission to make trenches in the lunar soil, the stainless steel trenching tool was replaced by adjustable angle scoops on later flights.
This particular shovel was used for training exercises. It was transferred to the Smithsonian May 1974.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
EQUIPMENT-Lunar
Manufacturer
NASA - Johnson Space Center
Dimensions
Overall: 3 ft. 1 in. × 6 in. × 2 in., 2.9lb. (94 × 15.2 × 5.1cm, 1.3kg)
Materials
Blade - 310 stainless steel
handle - aluminum
Inventory Number
A19750113000
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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