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Lifting manhole cover - which key to use?

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Need to lift the manholes shown in the attached pics - which is the correct key to do this, and how many of each key do I need to lift one manhole?

Would prefer a key from B&Q / Screwfix if possible so we don't have to wait for an online order.

Eyes of the manhole cover and 4.5cm long (rectangular bit) and 2.5cm wide (circular bit).

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You need 4 "T" keys of suitable size, these enter the hole and turn 90 degrees. Depending on how long they have been there you may have trouble lifting them, sometimes a tap all round with a hammer will loosen them but if not you may need to hire a lifter.
 
You need 4 "T" keys of suitable size, these enter the hole and turn 90 degrees. Depending on how long they have been there you may have trouble lifting them, sometimes a tap all round with a hammer will loosen them but if not you may need to hire a lifter.

What size do I need?

The eyes of the manhole cover and 4.5cm long (rectangular bit) and 2.5cm wide (circular bit).

Nothing online seems to really help us identify whether a key is suitable or not!
 

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