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Shackles - Safe Loads

Safe loads of shackles.

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Safe load shackles:

Size (in)	Safe Load (tons)
1/4	1/3
5/16	1/2
3/8	3/4
7/16	1
1/2	1 1/2
5/8	2
3/4	3
7/8	4
1	5 1/2

check with the manufacturer for exact data

1 in = 25.4 mm
1 ton = 2000 lbs = 907 kg

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