Machinery Tools Tools of the Year 2021: Workbenches & Tool Chests We searched the latest innovations from manufacturers for a tool chest of necessities on the farm and ranch. By Dave Mowitz Dave Mowitz In 1982 Dave came to Successful Farming as a senior editor first covering agronomic topics and then machinery. He went on to serve the nation's farmers as executive editor of Successful Farming Magazine and editor of the Ageless Iron Almanac, a bimonthly publication covering the hobby of agricultural collectibles. Dave recently retired from the Successful Farming family but continues to serve the organization as a contributing editor. Successful Farming's Editorial Guidelines Published on September 28, 2021 Close This is the Workbenches & Tool Chests category of the exclusive Successful Farming "Tools of the Year" program to highlight innovations and must-have tools and shop supplies for your farm operation. These tools will help you get the job done. Our editor selected one tool as an "Editor's Choice" and other tools as "Recommended" in Power Tools; Hand Tools; Ratchets & Sockets; Metalworking; Shop Supplies; Lighting; Workbenches & Tool Chests; and Shop Essentials. Here is the list of the 2021 winners in Workbenches & Tool Chests. Badass Ultimate Heavy-Duty Workbench Carrying a lifetime warranty and built from an all-welded frame, the Badass 3Bay Workbench offers 10,000 pounds of tool and shop supply holding capacity. The patented swivel drawers have a rated capacity of 450 pounds each and pivot out on a 1-inch cold rolled steel shaft. Each drawer features a magnetic closure, grease fittings, and heavy-duty rubber mat to keep tools in place. The 3∕8-inch steel plate is left unpainted for welding. The cabinet stands on 4×4-inch legs utilizing heavy-duty leveling pads, so the user can level the bench on an uneven floor. Two heavy-duty fork tubes welded to the frame allow the workbench to be lifted with a forklift. The 3Bay Workbench retails from $6,800 to $7,700 (depending on accessories). Go to badass-workbench.com. Badass Tall Accessory Storage The Badass Accessory Cabinet, which mounts to the end of a workbench, offers a 24-inch-wide by 30-inch-deep storage space that is 54 1/2 inches tall to fit in tall tools. The VC24 retails for $2,500. Go to badassworkbench.com. Crescent Tough Tool Backpack Made with a hard poly base, Crescent's Tradesman Backpack comes with an adjustable front pocket to hold large items plus four exterior and 34 interior pockets. The CTB1000 retails for $99.99. Go to crescenttool.com. Mobile Workstation for Electronics Copy: The CA49-G from Beta Tools functions as a mobile workstation for diagnostic tools, laptops, testers, and battery chargers and features a two-level top shelf. The CA49-G retails for $996.82. Go to betatools.com. Milwaukee Perfect for Portable Tool & Parts Storage Capable of hauling a 50-pound load in tools and parts, Milwaukee's Packout 3-Drawer Tool Box features drawers that are constructed of impact-resistant polymers that operate with all-metal ball-bearing slides and metal-reinforced corners. The toolbox retails for $149. Go to milwaukeetool.com. See all of our categories of Tools of the Year winners: Power Tools Hand Tools Ratchets & Sockets Shop Supplies Lighting Workbenches & Tool Chests Metalworking Shop Essentials We welcome your feedback, and nominations for 2022! Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit