rating of winch extesion straps

The only reason I can come to is that the winch extension strap doesn't get a "shock" load like a snatch strap would. I am probably wrong on this I am only using my common sense on this not scientific evidence. If you were to join a snatch and winch ext, well then yes the total set up is only as strong as the weakest link. thats my 2c ;)

Cheers Stefan

briggzee,

snatch straps only get joined to snatch straps if necessary for snatching. The fewer bits and pieces used to join the two vehicles together the better.

Winch extension straps get joined to winch cables for winching or in towing situations. They shouldn't be used as part of a snatch set up as they are not designed for shock loading

I'm guessing that tree protectors probably get the bigger rating because they are esentially doubled over in the application for which they're designed.

You're essentially correct in that the rating af any set up is that of it's lowest rated component.

Regards,

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winch extension straps won't recoil like a Snatch Strap or Cable, As for sost, well why not go to a Truck Accessory shop and get the load binder Straps , they are rated at 2000kg I have in my recovery box enough extension straps to reach 200 meters, and you can bet the bloody tree or anchor point is going to be 202 meters , is that Murphies Law .
30m costs $60
Just Straps Standard Winch Extension Strap
4000kg Breaking Limit, 50mm Webbing Strap, and a choice of 10m, 20m, or 30m lengths.
For use in conjunction with a hand or vehicle mounted winch. Made from hi-tenacity polyester webbing to ensure minimum stretch. Fully protected sewn eyes at both ends for



30 m costs $120
8000kg Breaking Limit, 65mm Webbing Strap, and a choice of 10m, 20m, or 30m lengths.
Heavy duty winch extension strap for use with larger vehicles. Use in conjunction with a hand or vehicle mounted winch. Made from hi-tenacity polyester webbing to ensure minimum stretch. Fully protected sewn eyes at both ends for ease of connecting. Standard

ARB are selling off their old stock of blue winch extension straps cheap. Bought a 8000kg, 20m extension strap yesterday for $95.

Their new gear is colour coded like the wiggles. Strap with the same lenth and rating in wiggles colour scheme was $165.

If you're using an 8000, 9000 or 9500lb winch, a 4000kg strap matches or exceeds the rating of the winch.

Thanks everybody for their replies. That site of TVL's is excellent, thanks. Will give ARB a ring to see if they have any specials. Once again, thanks
Craig