Akro-Mils 14-Inch Plastic Toolbox with Removable Tray
- Tool Box
- 10 pounds
- 3 gallons
- Alloy Steel, Plastic
A well built, see through storage box with a solid latch and tray, useful for tools or hobby supplies alike, held back only by a couple of quality control slips on the latch and handle pin.
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How it ranks among the 10 tool boxes we track
4.4★ across 1,800 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
1,800 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
400+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
This is a 14 inch clear plastic storage box from Akro-Mils with a removable top tray, steel latch and padlock eye, made for organizing hand tools, craft supplies or small parts rather than heavy machinery.
Akro-Mils markets this as a toolbox, but the seller bullets and buyer use cases lean just as hard toward crafts, hobby supplies and detailing gear. The clear plastic body and lift out tray matter more here than raw toughness, since owners want to see and reach small items quickly. At 1.7 lbs it is built to be carried, not to anchor a stationary tool station.
- 14 x 8.125 x 8.125 inch exterior with a 12.4 x 5.6 inch interior base
- Removable top tray for organized small item access
- Steel latch with padlock eye for added security
- Made in USA, weighs 1.7 lbs
Who it's for
Fits anyone organizing small tools, craft supplies, sewing gear, detailing pads or similar items who wants to see contents without opening the box. It is not sized or built for heavy tools or a full mechanic kit, since the 12.4 by 5.6 inch interior base suits smaller, lighter items.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners like the clear body for spotting contents fast and describe the hinges and latch as sturdier than similar plastic cases once locked shut, with uses ranging from craft ink supplies to drill bits and detailing pads. A couple of buyers ran into fit issues out of the box, one finding the clasp had slipped loose in shipping and another missing the pin meant to secure the handle, both fixed with simple workarounds rather than returns.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Clear sides make contents visible without opening the lid
- Removable tray separates small parts from larger items
- Steel latch holds the lid securely once engaged
- Sturdy hinges reported by multiple long term owners
- One unit arrived with a loose latch that needed to be reseated by hand
- Missing handle securing pin on at least one unit, requiring a DIY fix
Performance notes
The removable tray sits on an internal ledge above the main compartment, so small parts stay separated from bulkier items below without extra dividers. The steel latch locks the lid flat against the body, and a padlock eye lets buyers add their own lock or zip tie for transport. Clear polymer sides let users identify contents without opening the case, which reviewers use for everything from archery parts to makeup.
Specifications
| Brand | Akro-Mils |
|---|---|
| Model | 09514 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Maximum Weight Recommendation | 10 pounds |
| Item Weight | 1.9 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 14 × 8.1 × 8.1 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 3 gallons |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Alloy Steel, Plastic |
| Color | Clear |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Storage Tool Box with Removable Tray |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Number of Compartments | 1 |
| Item Type Name | 14-Inch Plastic Toolbox for Tools, Hobby or Craft Storage Toolbox with Removable Tray |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in tool boxes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akro-Mils 14-Inch Plastic Toolbox with Removable TrayThis product | 4.4 / 5 | 1,800 | 4.2 / 5 |
| DEWALT TSTAK Tool BoxDewalt | 4.7 / 5 | 12,600 | 4.8 / 5 |
| CRAFTSMAN Tool Box, Lockable, 16 in., Red/Black (CMST16901)Craftsman | 4.5 / 5 | 2,700 | 4.6 / 5 |
| beyond by BLACK+DECKER BLACK+DECKER BDST60500APB Stackable Storage Systembeyond | 4.7 / 5 | 2,100 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Keter Stack N Rolling Tool Box Modular Storage System 3 PieceKeter | 4.7 / 5 | 1,400 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Akro-Mils 09514
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What can the Akro-Mils 14 inch toolbox hold?
Reviewers use it for hand tools, drill bits, craft and sewing supplies, archery parts, makeup and detailing pads, since the clear sides and tray suit small to mid sized items rather than large power tools.
Does the Akro-Mils 09514 toolbox lock?
It has a steel latch plus a padlock eye, so owners can add their own padlock or zip tie for extra security during transport.
How much does the Akro-Mils 09514 weigh?
It weighs about 1.7 lbs and is made from industrial grade plastic with a built in carry handle.