Recovery Equipment
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Recovery Boards (2)
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Winches (2)
- Cylinder duffel
- One large main compartment, one external zipped compartment, small internal zipped pocket,
- YKK tonal nylon zip, reinforced adjustable shoulder strap and handles
- Heavy weight, 320 GSM
- 100% cotton canvas
- One size 30cm x 59cm, 53 litre capacity
- Large Volume
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53L Canvas Duffel Bag ONLY with KZN165 OWNERS Imagery
Original price was: $105.00.$90.00Current price is: $90.00. inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart - 1 x 8,000kg snatch strap
- 1 x 12,000kg Tree trunk protector
- 2 x 4 tonne recovery shackles
- 1 x Pair of protective recovery gloves
- 1 x Heavy duty canvas storage bag
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AusTuff 4×4 Standard Recovery Kit – Snatch Strap
$199.00 inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart - 1 x 11,000kg Kinetic Rope – 9 meters
- 1 x 12,000kg Tree trunk protector
- 2 x 14,000kg soft shackles
- 1 x Pair of protective recovery gloves
- 1 x Heavy duty canvas storage bag
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AusTuff 4×4 Kinetic Recovery Kit – Kinetic Rope
$249.00 inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart - Perfect for sand, mud and snow recoveries.
- Large textured lugs on the underside ensures slip-free recovery, providing traction in tough conditions.
- UV resistant material for durability and long-lasting performance in outdoor environments
- Built-in shovel for clearing debris and creating a path for seamless recovery.
- Convenient built-in carry handles for easy transport and storage
- Mounting holes to mount the Recovery Tracks to your roof racks.
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AusTuff Recovery Tracks
$199.00 inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart -
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DRIVETECH 4×4 Rear Recovery Hitch with Shackle 4.7T rated
Original price was: $61.00.$56.00Current price is: $56.00. inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart -
EXITRAX® RECOVERY BOARD ULTIMATE 1150 – BLOOD ORANGE, PAIR
$229.00 inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart -
MEAN MOTHER® 5-IN-1 MULTI 4X4 RECOVERY SHOVEL
$139.00 inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart - 1 x 11000kg snatch strap.
- 2 x 4.75 tonne bow shackles.
- 1 x Pair of leather recovery gloves.
- 1 x Heavy duty storage bag.
- High tenacity nylon webbing.
- Kooper reinforced eyes
- Thermo fixed and treated for longer wear
- High elongation of 20%.
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MEAN MOTHER® 5PC RECOVERY KIT 11,000KG
Original price was: $169.00.$165.00Current price is: $165.00. inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart - 1 x 11000kg snatch strap.
- 2 x 4.75 tonne bow shackles.
- 1 x Pair of leather recovery gloves.
- 1 x Heavy duty storage bag.
- High tenacity nylon webbing.
- Kooper reinforced eyes
- Thermo fixed and treated for longer wear
- High elongation of 20%.
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MEAN MOTHER® 5PC RECOVERY KIT 11,000KG COMBO PACK
Original price was: $208.99.$199.00Current price is: $199.00. inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart - 1x 11,000kg snatch strap.
- 1 x 8,000kg winch extension strap (10m x 50mm).
- 1 x 12,000kg tree trunk protector (3m x 75mm).
- 1 x 8,000kg snatch block.
- 2 x 4.75 tonne bow shackles.
- 1 x pair of recovery gloves.
- 1 x heavy duty storage bag.
- High tenacity nylon webbing.
- Kooper reinforced eyes
- Thermo fixed and treated for longer wear
- High elongation of 20%.
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MEAN MOTHER® 8PC PREMIUM RECOVERY KIT 11,000KG
Original price was: $369.00.$359.00Current price is: $359.00. inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart - 1 x 8,000kg snatch strap
- 1 x 8,000kg winch extension strap (10m x 50mm)
- 1 x 12,000kg tree trunk protector (3m x 75mm)
- 1 x 8,000kg snatch block
- 2 x 4.75 tonne bow shackles
- 1 x pair of recovery gloves
- 1 x heavy duty storage bag
- High tenacity nylon webbing
- Kooper reinforced eyes
- Thermo fixed and treated for longer wear
- High elongation of 20%
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MEAN MOTHER® 8PC PREMIUM RECOVERY KIT 8,000KG
Original price was: $339.00.$329.00Current price is: $329.00. inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart - 1 x 11,000kg snatch strap.
- 1 x 4500kg winch extension strap (10m x 50mm).
- 1 x 6500kg tree trunk protector (3m x 75mm).
- 1 x 8000kg snatch block.
- 2 x 4.75 tonne bow shackles.
- 1 x pair of recovery gloves.
- 1 x heavy duty storage bag.
- High tenacity nylon webbing.
- Kooper reinforced eyes
- Thermo fixed and treated for longer wear
- High elongation of 20%.
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MEAN MOTHER® 8PC RECOVERY KIT 11,000KG
Original price was: $289.00.$279.00Current price is: $279.00. inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart - 1x 8000kg snatch strap
- 1 x 4500kg winch extension strap (10m x 50mm)
- 1 x 6500kg tree trunk protector (3m x 75mm)
- 1 x 8000kg snatch block
- 2 x 4.75 tonne bow shackles
- 1 x pair of recovery gloves
- 1 x heavy duty storage bag
- High tenacity nylon webbing
- Kooper reinforced eyes
- Thermo fixed and treated for longer wear
- High elongation of 20%
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MEAN MOTHER® 8PC RECOVERY KIT 8,000KG
Original price was: $269.00.$259.00Current price is: $259.00. inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart -
MEAN MOTHER® BOW SHACKLE 3.25T
$12.99 inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart -
MEAN MOTHER® BOW SHACKLE 4.7T
$17.99 inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart -
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MEAN MOTHER® D SHACKLE 4.7T
Original price was: $16.99.$14.99Current price is: $14.99. inc. GST Quick ViewAdd to cart
53L Canvas Duffel Bag ONLY with KZN165 OWNERS Imagery
Need a place to store your recovery gear? Look no further, as the KZN165 OWNERS now have a bag suitable for their rigs. Perfect for the Hilux Owner who keeps pulling their mate out of the bog! Clearly, this isn’t for your own recovery, but to get your mates out.
AusTuff 4×4 Standard Recovery Kit – Snatch Strap
Is your friend bogged on the beach again? AusTuff to the rescue with the AusTuff Standard Recovery Kit to help you pull them out of the bog! This 5-piece premium kit, specially designed to pull out vehicles and caravans of all sorts will do any 4WD enthusiast wonders. Having a fully stocked recovery kit is an essential need for any 4WD enthusiast and paramount in critical situations.
We ensure that every kit is specifically created to meet the needs of 4WD users Australia wide, including a snatch strap, trunk protector, metal shackles, PVC storage bag and a pair of protective gloves to keep your hands safe.
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AusTuff 4×4 Kinetic Recovery Kit – Kinetic Rope
Is your friend bogged on the beach again? AusTuff to the rescue with the AusTuff Kinetic Recovery Kit to help you pull them out of the bog! This 5-piece premium kit, specially designed to pull out vehicles and caravans of all sorts will do any 4WD enthusiast wonders. Having a fully stocked recovery kit is an essential need for any 4WD enthusiast and paramount in critical situations.
We know what you’re thinking; “Why should I buy a Kinetic Rope kit over a standard one?”. As technology improves throughout the years, so has recovery gear. Kinetic ropes offer 29% stretch over the standard snatch straps at 20%. Having that higher stretch capabilities puts less pressure on the vehicle and recovery points, ensuring for a safer recovery.
Our Kinetic rope kits have inter-woven ends for increased strength, more abrasion resistance with dual layers, pack away easier and even float when in a river, making it easier to find. Packed with our soft shackles too, the shackles are the perfect alternative over metal ones as they are safer. The less metal, the safer you are.
We ensure that every kit is specifically created to meet the needs of 4WD users Australia wide, including the kinetic rope, trunk protector, soft shackles, canvas storage bag and a pair of protective gloves to keep your hands safe.
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AusTuff Recovery Tracks
Let’s be honest, we’ve all been in that situation before where you get stuck and need a set of Recovery Tracks to get out. Luckily, AusTuff are here to save the day! These AusTuff Recovery Tracks are a must have for all 4WD and offroad camper enthusiasts in need of that little extra traction to get out of the hole you’ve dug yourself into. The AusTuff Recovery Tracks have perfectly shaped lugs on the board to ensure they get within the tread of your tyres for an effortless 1-person recovery. As a bonus, the AusTuff Recovery Tracks also have non-slip lugs underneath to reduce the chances of the tracks slipping on the ground, along with the ability to use these as a shovel to dig out mud or sand for an easier recovery.
Key Features:
The AusTuff Recovery Tracks ensures you are equipped to navigate any off road track by yourself or with mates confidently. Tackle the Aussie outdoors today stress free!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Size: 1055mm x 300mm x 60mm
Material: UV-stabilised reinforced Nylon
Product Weight: 4.7kg per pair
Contents: 2 Individual Recovery Tracks
DRIVETECH 4×4 Rear Recovery Hitch with Shackle 4.7T rated
| • 4.7 tonne working load limit • Fits 2″ hitch receiver • Bow shackle rated to 4.7 tonne |
EXITRAX® RECOVERY BOARD ULTIMATE 1150 – BLOOD ORANGE, PAIR
What makes Exitrax Recovery Boards better than the Rest?
EXITRAX HAS NO RAMP
Unlike others with a Top Ramp Angle prone to Wheel Spin, Exitrax’s Patented Angle Underneath enhances Traction and REDUCES WHEEL SPIN
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RECOVERY BOARDS AREN’T CREATED EQUAL
Most 4x4ers either buy the cheapest Recovery Board to save on price or the one that’s been around forever but costs a small fortune to buy because 4x4ers know they can trust their quality.
Well how would you feel if you could get THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS?
A REASONABLY PRICED RECOVERY BOARD that has the QUALITY of the brand that has been around forever and comes with a LIFETIME WARRANTY.
Exitrax by Mean Mother 4×4 is that RECOVERY BOARD THAT YOU HAVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR.
MEAN MOTHER® 5-IN-1 MULTI 4X4 RECOVERY SHOVEL
The humble shovel or spade is an integral part of any 4WD recovery kit. The 4 piece Multi Shovel from Mean Mother offers the ultimate in comfort, control and leverage in any configuration and is an essential piece of equipment for every 4WD enthusiast.
GETS YOU OUT OF TROUBLE AND GREAT FOR MULTIPLE PURPOSES
Short handle configuration is perfect for under vehicle digging/clearance
Long handle configuration with middle grip allows for evenly balanced operation and less stress on your back
Multiple configurations allows you to set it up to suit your needs
Stoke the fire, dig a hole or recovery your mates, this shovel has your back!
Its unique design offers you everything from a small spade to full sized long handle shovel to easily shift sand and dirt at a rapid rate. Its versatility is unmatched with up to five different configurations to suit most recovery situations.
With a PE outer skin and reinforced steel core, it’s strong enough to handle the toughest of conditions and comes packed neatly in its own custom storage bag.
– Up to five different shovel configurations
– Allows for increased shovel head speed
– Carbon steel blade with hardened tip (HRC 45-50)
– Zinc coated carbon steel core
– Shovel shaft has a PE outer skin
– Reinforced Core
– Rubber grips on main shafts
– Quality ABS Handle
– Durable storage bag
MEAN MOTHER® 5PC RECOVERY KIT 11,000KG
Our 11,000kg five piece recovery kit has been developed for those who demand more from their 4WD experience. Based on the popular five piece standard recovery kit, the premium kit upgrades to an 11 tonne snatch strap and two 5 tonne heavy duty bow shackles, as well as the new look recovery bag to store it all in.
Having a fully stocked and properly maintained recovery kit is an essential accessory for any 4WD enthusiast. It is very important to have quick and easy accessibility to all your recovery equipment. Each Mean Mother recovery kit has been carefully tailored to include the correct equipment for most recovery situations. Ideally suited to the 4WD adventurist who may or may not have a winch fitted to their vehicle. The 5 piece kit requires the assistance of another vehicle to complete a snatching recovery.
KIT INCLUDES
All Mean Mother snatch straps are tested to meet the highest quality and strength standards. They are manufactured from 100% treated nylon webbing with reinforced eyelets to prolong operational life. Similar to a rubber band, a snatch strap being stretched between two vehicles generates a kinetic energy pulling force as the strap returns to its original length. The combination of the recovery vehicle pull and the pulling force from the strap creates a “snatching” effect that can heave a stranded vehicle free from being bogged or unable to move under its own power.
Note! When using a snatch strap carefully follow the safety guidelines set out in the instruction sheet included with each kit.
When used in accordance with the “Guidelines for safe use of vehicle Recovery Straps”, vehicles may be recovered with minimal risk of injury to people or damage to vehicle equipment.
All Mean Mother snatch straps are made from quality nylon webbing with 20% elongation. All our snatch straps meet Australian standards.
MEAN MOTHER® 5PC RECOVERY KIT 11,000KG COMBO PACK
Our 11,000kg five piece recovery kit has been developed for those who demand more from their 4WD experience. Based on the popular five piece standard recovery kit, the premium kit upgrades to an 11 tonne snatch strap and two 5 tonne heavy duty bow shackles, as well as the new look recovery bag to store it all in.
Having a fully stocked and properly maintained recovery kit is an essential accessory for any 4WD enthusiast. It is very important to have quick and easy accessibility to all your recovery equipment. Each Mean Mother recovery kit has been carefully tailored to include the correct equipment for most recovery situations. Ideally suited to the 4WD adventurist who may or may not have a winch fitted to their vehicle. The 5 piece kit requires the assistance of another vehicle to complete a snatching recovery.
KIT INCLUDES
All Mean Mother snatch straps are tested to meet the highest quality and strength standards. They are manufactured from 100% treated nylon webbing with reinforced eyelets to prolong operational life. Similar to a rubber band, a snatch strap being stretched between two vehicles generates a kinetic energy pulling force as the strap returns to its original length. The combination of the recovery vehicle pull and the pulling force from the strap creates a “snatching” effect that can heave a stranded vehicle free from being bogged or unable to move under its own power.
Note! When using a snatch strap carefully follow the safety guidelines set out in the instruction sheet included with each kit.
When used in accordance with the “Guidelines for safe use of vehicle Recovery Straps”, vehicles may be recovered with minimal risk of injury to people or damage to vehicle equipment.
All Mean Mother snatch straps are made from quality nylon webbing with 20% elongation. All our snatch straps meet Australian standards.
Recovery Blanket/Damper:
Also known as a recovery blanket, they are one of the most important safety accessories you can own. Designed to eliminate the whipping action of a strap or winch cable in the event of a failure, they reduce the possibility of personal injury and vehicle damage. The damper comes in a high visibility safety orange with reflective tape for both day & night use. To install, simply fold the damper over the strap or cable and position midway between the vehicle and recovery strap.
Quality orange vinyl winch cable damper with reflective silver stripes
Hook and loop tape closure
Storage pocket on the inside
Dimensions: 90cm x 50cm
Total weight: 1.1kg
MEAN MOTHER® 8PC PREMIUM RECOVERY KIT 11,000KG
Our heavy duty 11,000kg eight piece recovery kit features the highest quality components available, to satisfy even the most extreme off road junkie. This kit carries an 11 tonne snatch strap, an 8 tonne extension strap, a 12 tonne tree trunk protector, an 8 tonne snatch block, 2x five tonne bow shackles and a pair of leather gloves, neatly packed into the all new large recovery bag.
Having a fully stocked and properly maintained recovery kit is an essential accessory for any 4WD enthusiast. It is very important to have quick and easy accessibility to all your recovery equipment. Each Mean Mother recovery kit has been carefully tailored to include the correct equipment for most recovery situations. Best suited to the 4WD enthusiast who has a winch fitted to their vehicle. Designed to maximise winch capabilities, performance, and versatility. This 8 piece kit offers the ability to self recover or perform a snatching recovery.
KIT INCLUDES:
All Mean Mother snatch straps are tested to meet the highest quality and strength standards. They are manufactured from 100% treated nylon webbing with reinforced eyelets to prolong operational life. Similar to a rubber band, a snatch strap being stretched between two vehicles generates a kinetic energy pulling force as the strap returns to its original length. The combination of the recovery vehicle pull and the pulling force from the strap creates a “snatching” effect that can heave a stranded vehicle free from being bogged or unable to move under its own power.
Note! When using a snatch strap carefully follow the safety guidelines set out in the instruction sheet included with each kit.
When used in accordance with the “Guidelines for safe use of vehicle Recovery Straps”, vehicles may be recovered with minimal risk of injury to people or damage to vehicle equipment.
All Mean Mother snatch straps are made from quality nylon webbing with 20% elongation. All our snatch straps meet Australian standards.
MEAN MOTHER® 8PC PREMIUM RECOVERY KIT 8,000KG
Our heavy duty 8,000kg eight piece recovery kit has been developed for those who demand more from their 4WD experience.
Based on the popular 8 piece standard recovery kit, the premium kit upgrades to an 8 tonne snatch strap and two 4.75 tonne heavy duty bow shackles, an 8 tonne extension strap, and a 12 tonne tree trunk protector, as well as the new look large recovery bag to store it all in.
Having a fully stocked and properly maintained recovery kit is an essential accessory for any 4WD enthusiast. It is very important to have quick and easy accessibility to all your recovery equipment.
Each Mean Mother recovery kit has been carefully tailored to include the correct equipment for most recovery situations. Best suited to the 4WD enthusiast who has a winch fitted to their vehicle. Designed to maximise winch capabilities, performance and versatility. This 8 piece kit offers the ability to self recover or perform a snatching recovery.
KIT INCLUDES:
All Mean Mother snatch straps are tested to meet the highest quality and strength standards. They are manufactured from 100% treated nylon webbing with reinforced eyelets to prolong operational life.
Similar to a rubber band, a snatch strap being stretched between two vehicles generates a kinetic energy pulling force as the strap returns to its original length. The combination of the recovery vehicle pull and the pulling force from the strap creates a “snatching” effect that can heave a stranded vehicle free from being bogged or unable to move under its own power.
Note! When using a snatch strap carefully follow the safety guidelines set out in the instruction sheet included with each kit.
When used in accordance with the “Guidelines for safe use of vehicle Recovery Straps”, vehicles may be recovered with minimal risk of injury to people or damage to vehicle equipment.
All Mean Mother snatch straps are made from quality nylon webbing with 20% elongation. All our snatch straps meet Australian standards.
MEAN MOTHER® 8PC RECOVERY KIT 11,000KG
Our 11,000kg eight piece recovery kit has been developed for those who demand more from their 4WD experience. Based on the popular eight piece standard recovery kit, the premium kit upgrades to an 11 tonne snatch strap and two 4.75 tonne heavy duty bow shackles, a 4.5 tonne extension strap, and a 6.5 tonne tree trunk protector, as well as the new look large recovery bag to store it all in.
Having a fully stocked and properly maintained recovery kit is an essential accessory for any 4WD enthusiast. It is very important to have quick and easy accessibility to all your recovery equipment. Each Mean Mother recovery kit has been carefully tailored to include the correct equipment for most recovery situations. Best suited to the 4WD enthusiast who has a winch fitted to their vehicle. Designed to maximise winch capabilities, performance and versatility. This 8 piece kit offers the ability to self recover or perform a snatching recovery.
KIT INCLUDES:
All Mean Mother snatch straps are tested to meet the highest quality and strength standards. They are manufactured from 100% treated nylon webbing with reinforced eyelets to prolong operational life. Similar to a rubber band, a snatch strap being stretched between two vehicles generates a kinetic energy pulling force as the strap returns to its original length. The combination of the recovery vehicle pull and the pulling force from the strap creates a “snatching” effect that can heave a stranded vehicle free from being bogged or unable to move under its own power.
Note! When using a snatch strap carefully follow the safety guidelines set out in the instruction sheet included with each kit.
When used in accordance with the “Guidelines for safe use of vehicle Recovery Straps”, vehicles may be recovered with minimal risk of injury to people or damage to vehicle equipment.
All Mean Mother snatch straps are made from quality nylon webbing with 20% elongation. All our snatch straps meet Australian standards.
MEAN MOTHER® 8PC RECOVERY KIT 8,000KG
Having a fully stocked and properly maintained recovery kit is an essential accessory for any 4WD enthusiast. It is very important to have quick and easy accessibility to all your recovery equipment.
Each Mean Mother recovery kit has been carefully tailored to include the correct equipment for most recovery situations. Best suited to the 4WD enthusiast who has a winch fitted to their vehicle. Designed to maximise winch capabilities, performance and versatility. This 8 piece kit offers the ability to self recover or perform a snatching recovery
KIT INCLUDES:
All Mean Mother snatch straps are tested to meet the highest quality and strength standards. They are manufactured from 100% treated nylon webbing with reinforced eyelets to prolong operational life.
Similar to a rubber band, a snatch strap being stretched between two vehicles generates a kinetic energy pulling force as the strap returns to its original length. The combination of the recovery vehicle pull and the pulling force from the strap creates a “snatching” effect that can heave a stranded vehicle free from being bogged or unable to move under its own power.
Note! When using a snatch strap carefully follow the safety guidelines set out in the instruction sheet included with each kit.
When used in accordance with the “Guidelines for safe use of vehicle Recovery Straps”, vehicles may be recovered with minimal risk of injury to people or damage to vehicle equipment.
All Mean Mother snatch straps are made from quality nylon webbing with 20% elongation. All our snatch straps meet Australian standards.
MEAN MOTHER® BOW SHACKLE 3.25T
Shackles are an essential recovery item and you can never have too many of them. They are most commonly used to attach recovery straps, tree trunk protectors, winch extension straps & snatch blocks. The larger 4.7 tonne shackles are best suited to electric winch recovery situations.
High visibility.
Max capacity 3500kg
Size: 16mm pin 3.5T
W.L.L. compliant with AS/NZS 2741.2002 load requirements.
TIP: To avoid seizing the screw pin, its always a good idea to back off about 1/2 to 1 turn after fully hand tightening. Shackle pins can seize due to the force exerted during recovery operations.
Before use: Inspect shackles before and after use for any damage. If pins are hard to turn or the shackle has been overstressed, it should be immediately replaced.
Caution: Shackles can become a lethal missile if something should break or fail during a recovery. Ensure that all spectators are well clear and all recovery lines have a dampening blanket on them (Refer page 41). Never load a shackle across its width because the load will be imposed on the threads. The force must be at right angles to the pin.
MEAN MOTHER® BOW SHACKLE 4.7T
Shackles are an essential recovery item and you can never have too many of them. They are most commonly used to attach recovery straps, tree trunk protectors, winch extension straps & snatch blocks. The larger 4.7 tonne shackles are best suited to electric winch recovery situations.
High visibility.
Max capacity 5000kg
Size: 19mm pin 5.0T
W.L.L. compliant with AS/NZS 2741.2002 load requirements.
TIP: To avoid seizing the screw pin, its always a good idea to back off about 1/2 to 1 turn after fully hand tightening. Shackle pins can seize due to the force exerted during recovery operations.
Before use: Inspect shackles before and after use for any damage. If pins are hard to turn or the shackle has been overstressed, it should be immediately replaced.
Caution: Shackles can become a lethal missile if something should break or fail during a recovery. Ensure that all spectators are well clear and all recovery lines have a dampening blanket on them (Refer page 41). Never load a shackle across its width because the load will be imposed on the threads. The force must be at right angles to the pin.
MEAN MOTHER® D SHACKLE 4.7T
Shackles are an essential recovery item and you can never have too many of them. They are most commonly used to attach recovery straps, tree trunk protectors, winch extension straps & snatch blocks. The larger 4.7 tonne shackles are best suited to electric winch recovery situations.
High visibility.
Max capacity 4700kg
Size: 19mm pin 4.7T
W.L.L. compliant with AS/NZS 2741.2002 load requirements.
* A shackle’s break point is six times the WLL (working load limit) when compliant with the standard.
TIP: To avoid seizing the screw pin, its always a good idea to back off about 1/2 to 1 turn after fully hand tightening. Shackle pins can seize due to the force exerted during recovery operations.
Before use: Inspect shackles before and after use for any damage. If pins are hard to turn or the shackle has been overstressed, it should be immediately replaced.
Caution: Shackles can become a lethal missile if something should break or fail during a recovery. Ensure that all spectators are well clear and all recovery lines have a dampening blanket on them (Refer page 41). Never load a shackle across its width because the load will be imposed on the threads. The force must be at right angles to the pin.
