Jackson Professional Tools wheelbarrow

Founded in 1876, Jackson Professional Tools is the oldest and largest provider of wheelbarrows in the United States. Their lineup of the best wheelbarrows includes steel and poly tray models from 5 to 6 cubic feet in size.

150 Years of History

Jackson Professional Tools got its start during the New Industrial Revolution when founder Caleb Jackson sought to create the best wheelbarrow. His company grew quickly along with the expanding country. Check out this timeline of highlights:

• 1876: Caleb Jackson begins making wheelbarrows in Harrisburg, Penn.
• 1881: Jackson’s business is thriving in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
• 1921: Jackson opens its Harrisburg plant, which operated for more than 100 years
• By 1922, hardware wholesalers are selling and distributing Jackson’s iconic blue wheelbarrows
• 1931-1935: Jackson wheelbarrows help build the Hoover Dam
• 1981: True Temper acquires Jackson
• 1999: AMES and True Temper merge to form AMES True Temper
• 2014: AMES True Temper becomes The AMES Companies, Inc.

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Jackson Professional Tools have been a part of America’s growth for the majority of its history and continue to contribute to its construction.

150 Years of Innovations

When Caleb Jackson quit his job at a farm machinery manufacturer, he set out to build the best wheelbarrow. He pioneered a new way of making the wheelbarrow tray – moving away from multiple sheets of steel and weld seams to one sheet of cold-formed steel formed on a press and die. Not only was this new manufacturing method more efficient, but it also proved to create a more durable wheelbarrow.

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Since this early innovation, Jackson wheelbarrows have continued to evolve. Today’s models are available in lightweight poly, in addition to the original steel. An optional flat-free tire means less maintenance and more durability. To keep them sturdy no matter what they’re hauling, all Jackson wheelbarrows have a patented leg-stabilizer feature.

Jackson has also expanded its product line to include shovels, hoses and spades, all made with the same attention to detail and quality professional customers have come to expect from the company.

Jackson Anniversary Sweepstakes

To celebrate its 150th anniversary and thank its loyal customers, Jackson Professional Tools is giving away a Honda FourTrax Rubicon ATV to one lucky winner. The contest entry period ends May 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST.

Jackson Professional Tools is giving away a Honda FourTrax Rubicon in honor of their 150th anniversary. Enter the sweepstakes for a chance to win. Awarded ATV model and color may vary.

Jackson Professional Tools were built to stand the test of time. From the original wheelbarrows made of steel to the sturdy blades and hardwood handles of the shovels, the tools remain durable, reliable and as strong as the pros and homeowners who use them.