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Made for Aussie tradies
The tools cost enough. Your pants shouldn't.
Built for builders, sparkies, plumbers, chippies and every tradie in between. 18 pockets, knee pad pockets, YKK zippers and 3M reflective strips, made for a full day on the tools. Use code TRADIE10 for $10 off.
- Waist sizes 32–50
- Free delivery Australia-wide
- 18 pockets
- Holster pockets
- Knee pad ready
- YKK zippers
- 3M reflective strips
- 65/35 polycotton
- Machine washable
- Waist sizes 32–50
- Free AU delivery
- 30-day returns
- Ships from Australia
Tradie offer
$10 off with code TRADIE10
Enter TRADIE10 at checkout and your pair is $39.99 instead of $49.99. One code per order.
Sound familiar?
Sick of work pants that quit before you do?
Pockets too small for your tools. Knees blown out after six months, back to Bunnings for another pair. Stiff fabric that fights you all day. Cheap zips that split on site.
Every Motrox cargo work trouser is built with one obsession: making your working day easier, safer and more comfortable, without charging you a fortune for the privilege. Every pocket is placed where your hand actually goes, every stitch where the stress actually hits.
- 18 pockets and tool straps, so you stop going back to the ute
- Bottom-loading knee pad pockets
- YKK zips at the fly, the ankles and the security pockets
- 65/35 polycotton that moves with you
Built for action
Knee pad pockets that actually work.
Whether you're wiring a switchboard, laying tiles or plumbing under a sink, the reinforced knee pad pockets let you kneel all day without wrecking your knees.
They take standard foam or gel inserts from any hardware store (inserts not included) and hold them in place. No slipping. No adjusting. Just work.
- Bottom-loading reinforced knee pad pockets
- Fits standard foam or gel inserts
- Holds the inserts in position
- No extra bulk when standing
What you get
Every feature a tradie actually needs.
Holster tool pockets
Two deep holster pockets hang at thigh level, so your most-used tools are within reach without bending your knee.
Knee pad pockets
Bottom-loading, reinforced pockets that take standard foam or gel inserts (not included).
Hammer loop & tool straps
A triple-stitched hammer loop and heavy-duty tool straps, built to carry real weight all shift. Wide, reinforced belt loops take a full tool belt.
18 pockets and straps
2 holster, 2 thigh cargo, 2 rear cargo, 2 YKK security zip, 2 knee pad, 1 phone and 4 tool & pen pockets, plus 3 hammer & tool straps.
YKK zippers
YKK at the fly, the ankle zips and the security pockets. Ankle zips make boots easy on and off.
3M reflective strips
3M reflective strips along the ankle zips on both legs, for low light on the road and on site: early starts and late finishes.
65/35 polycotton
Polyester for durability, shape and abrasion resistance; cotton for breathability when it's 35° and you're flat out.
Semi-elasticated waistband
Room to move whether you're kneeling, climbing or crouching all day. Regular straight leg.
Machine wash to 60°C
Chuck them in after a heavy day on site. Black stays black, and they still look sharp in front of a client.
Your trade
Every tradie. Every trade.
From the building site to the workshop, Motrox cargo work trousers are made for every trade.
Builders & labourers
Tough enough for concrete, steel and everything in between. Knee pad pockets are a game changer on formwork.
Electricians
Holster pockets for your multimeter, voltage tester and pliers. A pen pocket for your marker. Everything within reach.
Plumbers
Kneeling under sinks and in tight crawl spaces is no problem with knee pad pockets. Cargo pockets for fittings.
Carpenters & chippies
Hammer loop, tool straps and pen pockets: everything the chippy needs, for framing and finishing.
Tilers & flooring
Knee pads in all day and still comfortable. The elasticated waistband means you're not fighting your trousers on the floor.
Landscapers & gardeners
Rugged enough for outdoor work. Plenty of cargo pockets means fewer trips back to the trailer.
Warehouse & factory
Comfortable for long shifts, with room for scanners, phones and tools without a belt bag.
Mechanics & auto
Deep pockets hold your most-used tools, and the polycotton machine-washes at up to 60°C.
End of the day
Still going when you are.
A full day on the tools is hard enough. Your work pants shouldn't be another thing to worry about.
Motrox cargo trousers are built to handle whatever the day throws at you, and still be ready for the next one.
- Waist sizes 32–50
- Free standard delivery Australia-wide
- 30-day returns
- Ships from our Australian warehouse
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- Delivery: 7–10 business daysFree standard shipping Australia-wide
- 30-day returns & exchangesReturns policy
Size guide
Men's Cargo Work Trousers with Knee Pad Pockets · Black
| Measurement | 32" | 34" | 36" | 38" | 40" | 42" | 44" | 46" | 48" | 50" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waist (cm) | 85 | 90 | 95 | 100 | 105 | 110 | 115 | 120 | 125 | 130 |
| Front Rise (cm) | 31 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | 34.5 | 35 | 35.5 |
| Back Rise (cm) | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 |
| Hip (cm) | 111 | 116 | 121 | 126 | 131 | 136 | 141 | 146 | 151 | 156 |
| Thigh (cm) | 63 | 66 | 69 | 72 | 75 | 78 | 81 | 84 | 87 | 90 |
| Hem (cm) | 43 | 44 | 45 | 46 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 50 | 51 | 52 |
| Zip Length (in) | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 |
| Inseam (cm) | 79–81cm | Regular 31/32 inch — One Standard Length | |||||||||
Between sizes, or riding with layers? Measure yourself with a tape and compare with the chart. If you plan to wear layers underneath, size up.
Still not sure?
Send us your measurements and we will tell you which size to order.
CE armour levels
All Motrox armour is CE certified to the EN 1621 standard. On any product that offers an armour choice, you pick the level yourself.
Covers everyday impact protection.
Absorbs more impact energy, for track and racing.
Sizing
Find your size.
One standard inseam: regular, 79–81 cm (31/32"). The elasticated back waistband gives extra room between sizes; if you're between sizes, size up.
| Waist size | Waist (cm) | Front rise (cm) | Back rise (cm) | Hip (cm) | Thigh (cm) | Hem (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32" | 85 | 31 | 41 | 111 | 63 | 43 |
| 34" | 90 | 31.5 | 41.5 | 116 | 66 | 44 |
| 36" | 95 | 32 | 42 | 121 | 69 | 45 |
| 38" | 100 | 32.5 | 42.5 | 126 | 72 | 46 |
| 40" | 105 | 33 | 43 | 131 | 75 | 47 |
| 42" | 110 | 33.5 | 43.5 | 136 | 78 | 48 |
| 44" | 115 | 34 | 44 | 141 | 81 | 49 |
| 46" | 120 | 34.5 | 44.5 | 146 | 84 | 50 |
| 48" | 125 | 35 | 45 | 151 | 87 | 51 |
| 50" | 130 | 35.5 | 45.5 | 156 | 90 | 52 |
How to measure: waist around your natural waistline where you wear your trousers; hip around the fullest part of your hips and seat; thigh around the fullest part of your upper thigh.
Why Motrox
The best work trousers in Australia? We think so.
What makes great tradie work trousers?
Most tradies have wasted money on cheap work pants that fall apart in a few months. A great pair needs to survive real site conditions: kneeling on concrete, climbing ladders, bending, squatting and carrying a full load of tools all day. The features that matter: holster pockets that hold tools, knee pad pockets, durable fabric and quality hardware.
Cargo vs regular work trousers: what's better?
Regular work trousers might look neat, but they're not built for the tradie lifestyle. Cargo-style trousers with holster pockets give you the tool storage standard pants can't. Holster pockets hang lower than regular cargo pockets, so tools stay out of the way when you bend your knees.
Sizes for all body types
- Waist sizes 32 to 50
- Regular straight leg, one standard inseam (79–81 cm)
- Semi-elasticated waistband for flexibility
- Not sure on sizing? See the size guide
Delivery across Australia
- Ships from our Australian warehouse
- Free standard delivery Australia-wide, metro and regional (7–10 business days)
- 30-day returns
Got questions?
Asked by Aussie tradies.
Still have questions?
Message us and we will get back to you.
Are these the best cargo work trousers for tradies in Australia?
We're biased, but we believe so. Holster pockets, reinforced knee pad pockets, YKK zippers, 3M reflective strips and 65/35 polycotton for $49.99, or $39.99 with code TRADIE10.
Do knee pads come included?
Knee pads are not included. The trousers have reinforced knee pad pockets that take standard foam or gel inserts, available from most hardware stores.
What sizes are available?
Waist sizes 32 through to 50, regular straight leg with one standard inseam (79–81 cm). The back of the waistband is elasticated; if you're between sizes, size up: you want room when kneeling and bending.
How do I wash these?
Machine washable up to 60°C. Turn them inside out to preserve the colour. Tumble dry on low or line dry.
How fast is delivery across Australia?
Free standard delivery on every order, Australia-wide including metro and regional areas. It ships from our Australian warehouse and takes 7–10 business days.
What is your returns policy?
You can return or exchange within 30 days for change of mind if the trousers are unworn and unused with their tags; contact us first, and return postage for change of mind is yours. If they're faulty, we cover it. Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law are not limited by this timeframe.
Still have questions?
Message us and we will get back to you.
Ready?
The tools cost enough. Your pants shouldn't.
Free delivery Australia-wide · 30-day returns · Ships from Australia. Use code TRADIE10 for $10 off.