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The Tramontina 18" Tapanga Machete combines a traditional African blade design with Brazilian manufacturing quality to deliver a powerful and versatile cutting tool for demanding outdoor work. Recognised by its broad, forward-weighted tip, the Tapanga pattern was developed to provide greater chopping force than a standard Latin machete while retaining the reach and versatility needed for everyday agricultural tasks. For generations it has been widely used throughout Central and Southern Africa for clearing bush, harvesting crops and maintaining rural properties.
Manufactured in Brazil, the blade is produced from heat-treated carbon steel for excellent durability, toughness and ease of sharpening in the field. The 18" blade provides an ideal balance of cutting power and manoeuvrability, making it well suited to clearing dense scrub, vines, tall grass and light timber. Full tang construction improves strength and balance, while the riveted hardwood handle offers a secure, comfortable grip with natural vibration absorption during extended use.
As one of Brazil's most respected edge tool manufacturers, Tramontina has supplied dependable agricultural and outdoor equipment for decades. The Tapanga Machete continues this tradition, combining a time-proven blade profile with quality materials to provide reliable performance in demanding conditions.
Features
- Traditional Tapanga blade profile developed for powerful chopping performance.
- Broad forward-weighted blade delivers increased cutting momentum.
- Heat-treated carbon steel blade for strength and long service life.
- Full tang construction provides excellent durability and balance.
- Riveted hardwood handle offers a secure, comfortable grip.
- Easy to maintain and sharpen in the field.
- Ideal for clearing dense vegetation, agricultural work, bushcraft and property maintenance.
- Manufactured in Brazil.
Specifications
Product Code: 26629-018
Brand: Tramontina
Barcode (EAN): 7891112032811
Blade Length: 457 mm (18")
Blade Material: Carbon Steel
Blade Style: Tapanga
Blade Finish: Clear Protective Coating
Construction: Full Tang
Handle Material: Hardwood
Country of Manufacture: Brazil
Combining a blade profile refined through generations of agricultural use with Tramontina's renowned Brazilian craftsmanship, the 18" Tapanga Machete is a dependable tool for clearing vegetation, maintaining rural properties and tackling demanding outdoor tasks where extra chopping power is an advantage.