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Legend Hire’s rugged steel trench boxes are engineered to perform across a wide range of light to mid-weight shoring jobs. Available in 2m, 3m, 4m, 5m and 6m lengths, and compatible with a broad variety of struts, these steel boxes are a go-to solution for contractors needing reliable, adaptable protection.
Each unit is built with modular upper and lower panels that can be connected to reach greater depths, giving you the flexibility to scale for more demanding excavations. The knife-edge design makes it easy to dig and push through loose, sandy soils, while the foam-filled panels help keep water out—adding durability where it counts.




| Model No. | Panel Thickness | Weight (2 x Panels) Kg | Max Pipe Clearance (m) | Length Between Spreaders | Shield Capacity (kPa) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steel Shoring - Base Box (Lower) | 2.2 x 1.2 | 70 | 430 | 0.6 | 1.775 | - |
| Steel Shoring - Base Box (Upper) | 2.2 x 0.8 | 70 | 304 | 0.335 | 1.775 | - |
| Steel Shoring - Base Box (Lower) | 2.4 x 2.4 | 100 | 2180 | 1.2 | 1.825 | 127 / 112.5 kPa (Triangular loading / Uniform loading) |
| Steel Shoring - Base Box (Lower) | 3.0 x 2.4 | 100 | 2520 | 1.2 | 2.4 | 110 / 97.5 kPa (Triangular loading / Uniform loading) |
| Steel Shoring - Base Box (Upper) | 3.0 x 2.0 | 100 | 2000 | 0.9 | 2.4 | 200 / 127.5 kPa (Triangular loading / Uniform loading) |
| Steel Shoring - Base Box (Lower) | 3.6 x 2.4 | 100 | 2840 | 1.2 | 3 | 82 / 70 kPa (Triangular loading / Uniform loading) |
| Steel Shoring - Base Box (Upper) | 3.6 x 2.0 | 100 | 2270 | 0.9 | 3 | 145 / 82.5 kPa (Triangular loading / Uniform loading) |
| Steel Shoring - Base Box (Upper) | 4.0 x 1.5 | 100 | 2040 | 0.55 | 3.4 | 125 / 80 kPa (Triangular loading / Uniform loading) |
| Steel Shoring - Base Box (Upper) | 4.0 x 2.0 | 100 | 2430 | 0.9 | 3.4 | 85 / 70 kPa (Triangular loading / Uniform loading) |
| Steel Shoring - Base Box (Lower) | 5.0 x 2.4 | 100 | 3690 | 1.2 | 4.2 | 50 / 30 kPa (Triangular loading / Uniform loading) |
| Steel Shoring - Base Box (Upper) | 5.0 x 2.0 | 100 | 3000 | 0.9 | 4.2 | 80 / 45 kPa (Triangular loading / Uniform loading) |
| Steel Shoring - Base Box (Upper) | 6.0 x 1.5 | 150 | 2800 | 0.55 | 5.2 | 70 / 47.5 kPa (Triangular loading / Uniform loading) |
| Steel Shoring - Base Box (Upper) | 6.0 x 2.0 | 150 | 3440 | 0.9 | 5.2 | 60 / 35 kPa (Triangular loading / Uniform loading) |
| Steel Shoring - Base Box (Lower) | 6.0 x 2.4 | 150 | 4150 | 1.2 | 5.2 | 60 / 40 kPa (Triangular loading / Uniform loading) |