JCB Safety Boots, Work Boots and Safety Trainers

Questions people ask

What are JCB work boots like?

JCB work boots are site footwear sold under the JCB name, from £29.99. Most of the current range uses a composite toe cap and a puncture-resistant Kevlar fabric midsole with a heat-resistant rubber outsole. It covers lightweight hikers, pull-on dealer boots, waterproof boots, a rigger, safety trainers and a safety wellington, and each product page states that style's rating.

Which JCB boots are waterproof?

The Fastrac, the Trencher High and the Denstone rigger have a waterproof membrane lining and are rated S7S or S7L, ratings that include a whole-boot water resistance test. The Hydromaster is a waterproof PVC safety wellington rated S5. The Backhoe and the Farley use water-resistant leather, which suits damp rather than standing water.

Are JCB boots steel toe or composite?

Mostly composite. The Hydradig, Backhoe, Dealer, Fastrac, Trencher High, Denstone, Cagelow and Spark 2 all use a composite toe cap with a composite Kevlar fabric midsole. The Farley dealer boot and the Hydromaster wellington use a steel toe cap and steel midsole. The product page names the toe cap.

What is the difference between the JCB Hydradig and the JCB Cagelow?

They share the same build: a KPU and mesh upper, composite toe cap, Kevlar midsole and a dual density EVA and rubber sole, rated S1PS. The Hydradig is the ankle boot and the Cagelow is the low-cut trainer. Both come in black, grey and black, and navy and black, in UK sizes 4 to 12.

Does JCB make a metatarsal boot?

Yes. The JCB Trencher High has XRD Poron metatarsal protection over the top of the foot, along with a waterproof membrane, a 3M Thinsulate lining and a YKK side zip. It is rated S7S and carries the M marking for metatarsal protection.

Are JCB safety trainers metal free?

The Spark 2, as a trainer or a mid cut, is described by the maker as metal free, with a composite toe cap and Kevlar fabric midsole, and is rated S3S. The Hydradig boot is also metal free. The Cagelow trainer uses the same composite toe cap and midsole.

What sizes do JCB work boots come in?

Most JCB boots and trainers run from UK size 4 to 12, including half sizes at 6.5 and 10.5 on several styles. The Denstone rigger and Farley dealer boot run from 5 to 13, and the Hydromaster wellington from 7 to 12. Each product page shows the sizes available now.

Are JCB boots VAT-free?

Qualifying safety boots bought by an individual for their own work use are zero-rated for VAT in the UK. Where a JCB boot is eligible we apply it automatically, so the price shown is the price you pay. Safety trainers and shoes carry VAT at 20%, included in the price shown.