Grade 43 Chain Specs

The trucker s chain is zinc plated to resist rust.

Grade 43 chain specs. Working load limit of 5 400 lbs. The grade refers to the tensile strength of the chain. Typically used for container securement logging farming towing marine applications and as general purpose utility chain. The gold chromate finish makes it easy for dot officials to recognize.

Working load limits exceed those of ordinary low carbon or general utility chain. Not to be used for overhead lifting. Grade 43 high test chain is heavy duty high strength welded steel chain. Grade 43 high test chain nacm grade 43 chain features both high tensile strength and resistance to wear needed by modern hauling and heavy duty trucking farm and construction firms.

This grade 43 tow chain can bind and move up to 5400 lb. Grade 43 is an excellent all purpose commercial quality chain. Order unit is foot. An excellent choice for ground tackle grade 43 chain is about 35 stronger than conventional bbb chain which allows you to save weight without sacrificing anchoring security.

Grade 43 aka grade 40 has higher tensile strength and abrasion resistance and comes with a higher price tag. Comes with a clevis grab hook at both ends to ensure secure attachment. Available in self colored shot blast electro galvanized powder coated and hot galvanized finishes. Grade 43 chain features both high tensile strength and resistance to wear needed by modern hauling and heavy duty trucking farm and construction firms.

It is designed for use in load binding towing logging and other applications requiring high strength chain. This is expressed in newtons per square millimeter a newton is approximately 0 224805 lbs. Made from a higher strength heat treated carbon steel that has a load rating approximately 20 percent higher than grade 43. In the hot dip process this chain is specially shot peened before galvanizing to create long lasting protection against corrosion.

High strength medium carbon steel chain with good wear characteristics ideal for most tie down applications.