6 reel load.

I haven’t offered anything because I’m fairly securement-illiterate, but I don’t think the chains linking them together does much anything towards the wll. I think you’re undersecured. Hope somebody that knows something chimes in for you.

 

Those chains linking them together arent really doing anything for securement. Put 2 chains through each reel like you described. You want to angle them a little but not like the one in your pic. Pull downward into the cradle created by the boards.

 

Again, I’m hoping someone(and surprised no one has) with knowledge chimes in.

I think 2 chains through each reel would get you there, but I don’t know if the wll of the chain is cut in half if it’s not secured to the object.

Really just spitballing with you til knowledge arrives lol.

 

2 chains per unit would suffice, but i would probably triple chain the reels on each end and double chain the rest. If you don't have enough chains you can use a strap instead here or there if you have to, I'm not aware of any regulations against using straps on reels. You don't want more than a 45 degree angle on your chains or it will start taking away from the downward force.

The chains tying the reels together, while certainly not a bad idea, aren't necessary and is really just a waste of chains and work.

Good use of dunnage there too

 

If it was me (and it has been many times) I would put 2 chains through the axle hole on each and V them on each. They should be hooked to the trailer close to the timber blocking and the reel at the front and the back should be pulling a bit more to the inside. For comfort consider a strap just pulling straight down on the front and back reel through the reel frame. Protect the straps where they contact the reel.