Grade 80 Log Chain 5/16'' X 14 Feet with Grab and Slip Hooks | Trailer Safety Chain WLL 4,900 lbs for Pulling & Towing

Very good chain. Strong…heavy weight…had no issues logging with it.

I bought this chain to attach to lumber tongs and the loader on my tractor. I had a bunch of downed trees I needed to move but I didn’t want to spend a ton of money on equipment to move them. Based on the price of this chain compared to similar specific chains I thought that I would be lucky if this did snap after the first couple of uses. I am glad to say that I was wrong and not only did this chain assist with moving the downed trees it has also helped me move a few decent size boulders and other heavy stones.

I couldn't tell for sure from the item photo if the chain was coated or not. It has a gloss black coating over all links. Maybe enamel or powder-coat. The hooks are gold-color and seem good quality. One had a proof-load tag affixed. It seems like it will be a good chain given the rating. We'll see about rust. I got it because of the rating and it is the length that I need. It will be a utility chain that lives on my tractor.

Remember to inspect all chains before use and verify proper use for all chains as we should make safety a value. Also you want to be sure proper use and knowledge of all specs and proper use regarding critical task at hand when preforming task with chains The chain as per the described is a high quality chain and as a reminder there is not a safety latch on the slip hook however if needed you can have this chain speced out by the manufacturer if you choose to alter or replace the hooks but remember if you make changes to the chain may not meet specs and/or proper use. You would need to contact the manufacturer if altering the chain and or use for guidance. The manufacturer will want to see something equal to or better than OEM if substitutions are made especially in some form of industry and federal and/or a State reg... Note: If altering get written documentation from the manufacturer before use if you alter the chain it may not meet specs or safety requirements in the event of a failure...

When I was looking to purchase I thought the oil coating meant the chain would have a baked on oil like a seasoning on a cast iron, I wasn't envisioning black hands and dirty wet oil when I pulled the chain out of the package with my hands.. Still will probably work good for my purposes but I might soak it in acetone just to get all that oil off..

I bought this chain for some logging work but it has come in handy so many times since it arrived (especially paired with some grab hooks on the bucket) and I feel compelled to write a review. It's great for moving logs, is handy for lifting heavy implements around, and even rescued a jackknifed truck and trailer in our driveway (hitched it around the trailer, disconnected it and backed it up, hooked it up to truck and pulled it out of a snowbank). A fabric tow strap might be better in some circumstances but I had no idea how handy a 14' chain with grab and slip hooks would be in my day-to-day.

i tested chain under heavy load with tractor at a safe distance before adding to my work chains. nothing scarier than chain failing under a big load. once it passed full load from workmaster 40hp tractor in 4wd, it will be safe in normal use!

I was really surprised at what I got. For the cost I didn't expect much. I just needed something that would hold together for pulling out some small junk trees and bushes. This is actually a really Stout Chain. This thing will serve me for years. Nice 5/16 chain links. It's got a rust preventative oil type coating so you will have some dirty hands for a while. The links are dark. To me it look like the chain is black oxide so the oil coating makes sense. I'm really happy with this purchase.

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