Are Curt Safety Chains Reliable And Safe For Use On A Trailer?

Updated 03/22/2021 | Published 03/17/2021

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Curt Safety Chains with Latching Hooks - 60" Long - 5,000 lbs - Qty 2

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Laclede 35" Long Trailer Safety Chain w/ Clevis Slip Hook - 5,400 lbs Weight Capacity - Qty 1

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Question:

I am interested in Curt safety towing chains. I keep reading that they are assembled in China. Is this a red flag? Are these chains going to as reliable and safe as towing chains made in the USA?

asked by: Michael J

Expert Reply:

You are correct that the Curt safety chains like the Curt Safety Chains with Latching Hooks # C19749 are made over seas, but that does not mean they are not still a quality part. Quite a few manufacturers of chains actually use products from over seas.

With that said the Curt # C19749 still meets the expectations of what you expect from a Curt products and I would not be hesitate to use them on a trailer. You will want to make sure that the chains meet or exceed the GVWR of your trailer. The # C19749 has a weight capacity of 5000lbs so as long as that exceeds the GVWR of your trailer you will be just fine.

If you would prefer a safety chain that is made in the USA, we offer the 35" Long Safety Chain with Clevis Slip Hook, 5,400 lbs # 1483-535-04 which will be a quality product as well.

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