Chain size 5/16 or 3/8?

Maybe someday I'll type without making mistakes like that! 4 sets of u chains, which is 9,400 lbs wll. That is a total of 23,800 lbs wll, which is over 50% of 47,599 lbs coil. Heavier than that, you would need additional securement using 5/16 vs. 3/8.

 

I run mainly construction or farm equipment for rental outfits, I carry 8 5ft 3/8 chain with one hook for equipment and 4 20ft with double hooks, 8 speed binders and 4 flip binders(for just in case) 14 2x27ft straps. I use the 5ft chains most Just so much easier than yanking longer ones and the one hook lets me go through tiedown holes where hooks can't

 

Looking for some help on related to this topic. I'm setting up drivers for our new fleet and want to make sure I give them the tools to not only be efficient but SAFE. We'll be hauling "suicide coils" up to 44,000# each. I've read a few recommendations on size/grade as well as how many. Can someone who hauls these give me their 2 cents worth for what's worked for them? Thank you

 

If your hauling coils primarily. I would carry 8-10 3/8" 16' G-70 chains, 2 3/8" 20' G70 chain. 2-6' 3x8# G70 with one hook. 10- 12 binders. 5 pair of coil racks, plus all needed edge protectors.

 

Why the one hook six footers?

 

Quick extentions. Need to hog tie one and dont need another 12' or 20'. Grab a short jumper.

Haul machinery that seems to get bigger from rate con? Grab a shorty. I dont worry about securing or lugging around extra chain when you need just a little bit more.

I recommend also having at least 4 of your own clevis rings. But that not needed for strictly coils.

 

I say this, you better learn how its used and why before your incharge of a operation like this.

 

Awesome! Thank you.

 

I used "shorties" to extend a chain if needed, if loading multiple narrow tall coils or slit coils that are tall and wide that you want top wraps on that a 20 is just a bit short.

 

As a coil hauler, instead of carrying both shorter and longer chains, I'd recommend 10 3/8" 20' chains. I actually only have 8 on my trailer and I seldom use more than 3 at a time. If you are able to use j-hooks, you can use 1 chain for 2 tiedowns on most coils. If you are not able to use j-hooks, then you most likely will not be able to do what I have said, but I'll stick with having only 20' chains.