Tough Tested: Why KingGee and Hard Yakka Pants Are the Backbone of Aussie Workwear

Tough Tested: Why KingGee and Hard Yakka Pants Are the Backbone of Aussie Workwear

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When it comes to hard work, Aussie tradies don’t cut corners—and neither do KingGee and Hard Yakka. These two iconic brands have become household names on job sites across Australia, thanks to their unwavering commitment to durability, comfort, and performance. Whether you're on the tools, in the workshop, or out in the field, their pants are designed to work just as hard as you do.

 

🔧 KingGee Pants: Engineered for Excellence

With over 100 years of heritage, KingGee has mastered the art of functional workwear. Their range of work pants is built to endure the toughest of conditions without sacrificing comfort.

Top KingGee Pant Picks:

  • Workcool 2 Pants – Lightweight, breathable, and designed with ventilation to keep you cool during long days on site.

  • Tradies Utility Pants – Reinforced in high-wear areas with plenty of pockets, these are a go-to for everyday wear.

  • Stretch Pants – A blend of comfort and flexibility—ideal for workers constantly on the move.

Why tradies love them: Flexibility, breathability, and a modern fit that doesn’t compromise strength.

 

🔩 Hard Yakka Pants: Built to Last

A true legend in workwear, Hard Yakka has been setting the standard since 1930. Their pants are known for their resilience, attention to detail, and no-nonsense performance.

Top Hard Yakka Pant Picks:

  • Legends Pants – Iconic for a reason. Triple stitched seams, tool pockets, and heavy-duty cotton fabric.

  • Toughmaxx Pants – A modern fit with stretch technology, combining style and function seamlessly.

  • Raptor Cargos – Reinforced for rugged use and loaded with utility features to keep tools and gear handy.

Why tradies trust them: Reinforced strength, reliable fit, and innovative materials that can handle harsh conditions.

 

👖 KingGee vs. Hard Yakka – Which One’s for You?

 

It’s not about which brand is better—it’s about which pants suit your workday best.

  • Need lightweight breathability in hot conditions? KingGee Workcool might be your match.

  • Want hardcore durability with a legendary reputation? Hard Yakka Legends are the real deal.

  • Prefer stretch and freedom of movement? Both brands now offer flex work pants designed for comfort on the go.

 

Still Confused ! Presenting the top-rated pants available at the store or online.

 

Xtreme toughness and Xtreme practicality. The Hard Yakka Legends Xtreme Cargo Pants pants are reinforced at key stress points and have additional swing away pockets for easy storage of all your tools. The Hard Yakka Legends Xtreme pants are a legend for a reason.

  • Articulated fit for comfort & freedom of movement
  • Cordura reinforcement on key abrasion zones such as knees and pockets
  • Swing away pockets multiply storage for easy access to tools
  • Triple stitched for added strength
  • Available in Khaki/Black and Navy/Black

 

 

KingGee K13008 Tradies Utility Plus Pant

 

Combining comfort through stretch fabrics and a built in knee pad, the Utility Pant is a must on the building site. CTE3 reinforcement in key wear areas ensures your pants are tough enough for the job at hand.

  • Stretch fabric for increased movement and comfort
  • Built in knee pads
  • CTE3 reinforcing in key wear areas
  • Multiple storage pockets, including bellowed and pleated cargo pocket
  • Available in Black , Khaki and Navy

 

 

Hard Yakka Y02204 Toughmaxx Pant

 

Your everyday work pant designed to be functional on a work site with the extensive pocketing, elasticated waist for comfort, crotch gusset for ease of movement and fabric reinforcement on high abrasion and tear zones. These pants are made with a soft Cotton rich fabric. They can be worn both on and off the worksite.

  • Regular Fit
  • Elasticated waistband with beltloops and drawstring fastening
  • Zip front closure
  • Crotch gusset with twin needle stitching
  • Front side pockets
  • Back welt pockets
  • Utility pockets for extra storage on both wearer's left hand and right hand side
  • Contrast canvas fabric on high abrasion and tear zones
  • Tradie ruler pocket
  • UPF 50+ Rating
  • Available in Black, Desert and Navy

 

KingGee K53008 Originals Stretch Denim Work Jeans Bio Motion-Stonewash

 

Our stretch denim combines classic style with practical features. It’s an easy-fit jean with Bio Motion ReflecTEC stretch tape for visibility, five pockets for essentials, reinforced stitching for durability, and built-in stretch for extra comfort. Perfect for active days that demand flexibility and style.

  • Classic easy fit jean
  • 50mm ReflecTEC stretch tape - Bio Motion
  • Traditional 5 pocket styling
  • Reinforced stitching at stress points
  • Built in stretch

 

KingGee K13007 Dry cool Cargo Pant

 

Our Dry cool Pants are made for hot conditions. With the moisture controlling fabric and airflow vents on the inner legs no matter how hard the work is you can be confident that the dry cool pants will keep you comfortable.

  • Moisture control fabric with stretch ripstop construction
  • LHS cargo pocket with touch tape closure
  • RHS cargo pocket with zip closure
  • Airflow vents on inner leg
  • Crotch gusset for improved movement
  • Available in Black, Dune and Navy

 

Hard Yakka Y02586 Raptor Cuff Pants With Tape-Navy

A Slim fit industrial taped cuff pant with reflective logo prints and double hoop segmented stretch tape. These pants are made with a durable Cotton rich Ripstop fabric. The Polyester content in the fabric is made from REPREVE® yarn technology. REPREVE® uses recycled water bottles reducing the number of bottles in landfill. CTE3 panels are added for reinforcement and tear resistance. The multiple pockets on these pants make them a functional yet stylish work wardrobe staple.

  • Durable Cotton rich ripstop fabric with sustainable REPREVE® yarn technology
  • Active fit waistband
  • Reinforced CTE3 panels for abrasion and tear resistance
  • Elasticized cuff at ankle
  • Two front Slanted side pockets
  • Two back Patch pockets
  • Crotch Gusset for flexibility and ease of movement
  • Beltloop extension which forms a keyleep on wearer's RHS
  • Triple needle stitching on all high stress areas for seam strength
  • Reflective logo prints and double hoop segmented stretch tape

 

Hard Yakka Y02003 3056 Toughmaxx Taped Work Pants-Navy

Our new taped Tough Maxx work pants are designed to be functional, stylish and comfortable. Key features include extensive pocketing for secure storage, elasticated waistband for comfort and a crotch gusset for ease of movement. These pants are made with a soft Cotton rich fabric. They have a UPF50+ rating for sun protection and Segmented reflective tape making them perfect for an industrial worksite.

  • Regular Fit
  • Stretch fabric with an Enzyme wash
  • Elasticated waistband with belt loops and drawstring fastening
  • Zip front closure
  • Crotch gusset with twin needle stitching
  • Segmented reflective tape, double hooped
  • Double layer canvas knee panel
  • Canvas fabric on pocket trim
  • Side Utility workwear cargo pockets
  • Back welt pockets
  • Tradie ruler pocket
  • UPF 50+ Rating

 

KingGee K43019 Women's Stretch Taped Jean-Stonewash

 

Our women's range features everything you've come to expect from KingGee - with a fit tailored specifically for women. The KingGee women's range will have you looking and performing your best every day.

  • Modern stretch straight and curved fit
  • 5 Pocket styling
  • Bar tacked and twin needle stitching for strength and reinforcement
  • Wide leg opening to wear over work boots
  • Straight fit through the leg

 

Mustang Signature Y08107 Women's Bootcut Stonewash Jeans

Elevate your farm wear wardrobe with Women's Mustang Bootcut Jeans. Designed for the hardworking women of rural Australia, these jeans blend classic style with durable practicality. Crafted from premium quality denim, they offer unparalleled comfort and flexibility, ensuring you can move freely throughout your day. Whether you're out in the fields or running errands in town, Mustang Bootcut Jeans keep you stylish and comfortable from dawn till dusk.

  • Light fade on thigh, whiskers on front, front and back pockets
  • Engraved Shank button, anti- brass
  • Printed Pocket bags with Mustang Signature logo
  • Mustang Signature Pip label on front pocket
  • Decorative stitching on front and back pocket
  • Inner front concealed pocket
  • Branded anti-brass nipple rivets on front pockets
  • Hot stamped PU patch label at waistband
  • Fold and decorative double stitching at back pocket
  • Belt loops with bar tacks
  • YKK semi-auto lock zip slider for center front fly front golden brass

 

KingGee K53003 Stretch Bio Motion Cuff Pant-Navy

The Stretch Bio Motion Cargo Pant are made from stretch fabric for added movement and comfort. Featuring multifunctional storage and 50mm ReflecTec stretch tape these pants will keep you safe on the jobsite.

  • BIO Motion Tape Configuration
  • Stretch Fabric for improved movement and comfort
  • Angled front pockets, two back patch pockets
  • Cargo pocket LHS
  • Phone pocket with pen partition and ruler pocket RHS
  • 50mm ReflecTec Tape
  • Cuff hem for dirt protection

 

KingGee K69860 Tradies Utility Cargo Pants

KingGee Tradies range offers functional workwear with a fashion edge. This range delivers a full range of wardrobe options for the whole year round, catering to a wide variety of working conditions.

  • Tough and durable with stretch
  • Bar tacked and riveted at key stress points
  • Straight fit with tapered leg
  • Pleated knees for improved movement
  • Gusseted crotch for improved mobility
  • Poly Oxford reinforcing in key wear areas
  • Multiple storage pockets, including bellowed cargo pockets

 

Hard Yakka Y02300 Koolgear Ventilated Cargo Pants

Koolgear is Hard Yakka's range of lightweight, ventilated shirts, pants and shorts engineered to keep you cool in hot, physically demanding environments.

  • Cotton is naturally breathable and durable
  • 100% polyester mesh with antimicrobial treatment to fight odour causing bacteria
  • Reinforced, mesh lined pocket bags for added comfort without added weight
  • Multiple pockets for storage requirements including cargo pockets
  • Ventilation in three high heat zones - back yoke, back knee and crotch
  • Relaxed fit with articulation through the knee
  • Available in Charcoal, Khaki and Navy

 

Hard Yakka Y02597 Basic Stretch Drill Cargo Pant

The Core Stretch Cargo Pants have been designed with cotton stretch fabric and multiple pockets, to keep you comfortable and handsfree on the jobsite.

  • Relaxed Fit
  • Reinforced bar tacks on pockets
  • Multiple storage and FOB pocket for coins.
  • Deep cargo pockets with Velcro closure
  • Stretch fabric for comfort and flexibility
  • Available in Black, Khaki and Navy

 

KingGee K43012 Women’s Workcool Pro Stretch Pants

With behind the knee cooling vents and breathable cotton, the WC Pro pant will keep you comfortable on site. With a stretch waistband and available in straight and curved fits, this women's pant sets the bench mark in on-site comfort.

  • Comfort stretch waistband
  • Stretch ripstop fabric for comfort
  • Behind the knee cooling vents
  • 9 multifunctional pockets
  • Available in Black, Khaki and Navy
Straight and curved fits Available




Our women's range features everything you've come to expect from KingGee - with a fit tailored specifically for women. The KingGee women's range will have you looking and performing your best every day.
  • Single pleat trousers
  • Wide opening side pockets with fob pocket
  • Twin back welt pockets
  • Additional welt pocket at back
  • 50mm ReflecTec Tape
  • Reinforced stitching at stress points

 

Hard Yakka Y08382 Women's Raptor Cuff Pants

Raptor Active is a new breed of workwear designed to perform better on and off the job site. Raptor Cuff are the ultimate women's work pants. They have an ACTIVE Fit waistband so they sit comfortably and let you move about with absolute ease. They're ultra-durable, made from Ripstop fabric with extra reinforcement on abrasion and tear zones. Plus, with the use of REPREVE® eco-performance Fibre, these work pants don't just look good, they do their part for the environment, with each pair saving plastic bottles going to landfill.

  • Active Fit Waistband for greater comfort, mobility and fit
  • CTE3 reinforcement on all high abrasion and tear zones
  • Elastic cuff at ankle
  • Sustainable REPREVE® ECO Ripstop Technology fabric
  • Pocket systems to utilize key reach zones and functional tool storage
  • Triple needle stitching on all high stress seams, utility belt loops and heel guard
  • Reflective logo prints for enhanced visibility in low light
  • Available in  Black , Desert and Navy

 

Hard Yakka Y02594 Permanent Press With Bionic & Super crease

Leave the iron in the cupboard with these Easy Care mid-weight pants made from 80% polyester and 20% viscose fabric with a Teflon® and Super crease® finish that resists stains and retains the leg crease.

  • Bionic and Super crease finishes repel oil, water and stains
  • Invisible expandable waistband
  • Plain front
  • Jetted back hip pockets
  • Side pockets and fob pocket
  • Nylon zip fly & plastic button closure
  • Available in Black, Midnight and Navy

 

KingGee K83000 Wildlands Firefighting Trouser

Wildlands Firefighting Trouser made to comply with Wildlands Standard AS/NZ 4824:2021 when worn with K85000 Wildlands Firefighting Hi Vis Coat.

  • Adjustable waistband with hook and loop tabs
  • Waistband with elastic insert for comfortable fit
  • Oversize belt loops
  • Gusset crotch for comfort and movement
  • Reinforced knee areas
  • Large bellow cargo pockets with drain holes
  • Adjustable leg opening with hook and loop
  • closure
  • FR triple trim reflective tape (Class SP)
  • UPF 50+ Excellent Sun Protection
  • All stress points bar tacked
  • Available in Gold and  Navy

 

Hard Yakka Y02880 3056 Stretch Canvas Cargo Pant

 

3056 is Hard Yakka's street styled range, designed with functional workwear practicality. Featuring STRETCH canvas fabric for durability and toughness

  • Stretch canvas for comfort and freedom of movement
  • Reinforced internal pocket bags
  • Durable, tough metal zipper & tack button
  • Slim and articulated fit, tapered from knee to hem
  • Reinforced double layer knee
  • Multiple pockets for all storage needs
  • Designed with a full range of movement in mind, the Hard Yakka articulated fit features strategically placed darting and engineered seams for the ultimate in comfort.
  • Features stretch for the ultimate in comfort by allowing for a full range of movement, no matter what the task at hand is.
  • An Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) rating for Ultraviolet Radiation transmitted through a fabric onto the skin. Look for garments with a 50+ rating to be assured of excellent protection. Complies with AS/NZS 4399:2017 Sun Protection Clothing Classification.
  • Available in Black, Desert, Khaki, Navy and White.

 

 

🛠️ Available Now at Motoman Industrial Wear

No matter your trade, we've got the perfect fit. Motoman Industrial Wear stocks a wide range of KingGee and Hard Yakka pants—in store and online. Let your gear work as hard as you do.

Gear up. Stand strong. Work smart.

 

🛠️ Visit us in-store or online and gear up with confidence.
📍 Motoman Industrial Wear – Trusted by tradies since 1949.

 

For more information and to explore our extensive range of products, visit Motoman Industrial Wear.

You can shop online where we offer Free Shipping above $99 or come and see us in our Chatswood retail store.

Motoman Industrial Wear

769 Pacific Highway, Chatswood NSW 2067. Parking at Rear, enter via Albert Lane

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