Rating of BoatBuckle Transom Tie-Down Straps # IMF17632

Updated 06/01/2012 | Published 05/30/2012

Question:

Hello, Im interested in the BoatBuckle Pro Series Kwik-Lok Transom Tie-Down Straps - 2inch x 4foot - 1,200 lbs - Qty 2 product. My question is - are these straps rated at 1,200 lbs EACH or as a pair? Thanks!

asked by: Josh

Expert Reply:

The BoatBuckle Kwik-Lok Transom Tie Down Straps you mention, part # IMF17632 have a 1200 lb breaking strength, 400 working load limit (WLL) per strap.

When determining the straps needed to secure a load of a certain weight, use the WLL figure. With the BoatBuckle straps you mentioned, the two straps will safely secure a load weighing 800 lbs (400 lbs per strap).

Tie-down straps should always be chosen according to their WLL. The item being tied down must not exceed this weight. If the working load limit is not given, simply divide the maximum capacity, or break strength, by 3. The WLL is always1/3 of the maximum load.

expert reply by: Mike L