Transportation Chain and Binders

[Huntshillhaus Farm]

When it comes to purchasing chains and binders for hauling my JD 2150 tractor (approximately 7000lbs with FEL and Ballast), are the 5/16 - G70 chains and binders from https://www.uscargocontrol.com/collections/transport-chain-and-binder-packages sufficient, or have any of you had bad luck with imported chains? With a 4,700 WLL, I imagine four chains is more than sufficient to bind it properly, even if the chain is inferior to US made chain?

 

[hosspuller]

If you use 4(FOUR) separate chains, Plus another for each attachment, you'll comply with DOT and prudent practice.


see link:

https://resources.lytx.com/blog/load-securement-guide#:~:text= Cargo Securement: Factors to Consider 1,does not breach DOT load securement... More

 

[4570Man]

If you use 4(FOUR) separate chains, Plus another for each attachment, you'll comply with DOT and prudent practice.


see link:

https://resources.lytx.com/blog/load-securement-guide#:~:text= Cargo Securement: Factors to Consider 1,does not breach DOT load securement... More

Per DOT regulations a 7,000 pound tractor requires 2 chains on the main body plus the attachments. Using 4 4,700 pound rated chains in addition to another 2 for the attachments is in far excess of the minimum requirements.

 

[3Ts]

US Cargo Control has good products and I like what they have. In your particular instance I would imagine your plan of 4 chains would be more than sufficient no matter where they are made.

For tractors and other equipment I use chains, but for other stuff I use straps and always go for more strength than I think I need. I look for extra thick straps even if the load rating is the same. I've had some of the straps cut by edges that were sharper than they seemed to be. (I always carry extra, just in case).

 

[hosspuller]

Some call it "far excess of the minimum requirements." I call it prudent...

 

[Huntshillhaus Farm]

I am aware of the under/over 10k load rule, and the requirements it entails, my main concern is whether or not the import chain and/or binders (boomers) are a problem. It's enough money even for the cheaper stuff that I don't want to do it twice. Is it sensible to buy cheaper chain, but better binders? Do the Chinese ones function well?

On a separate note, what is the most practical length of chain for two or four way binding. Could I buy two 20' or 25' chains, and four extra hooks, and end up with four 10-12' chains for the corners? Or are those too short to be practical? Or should I get two long chains for the front and the back, and only two binders? I have plenty of 10k rated straps for the FEL and attachments.

 

[George2615]

I have plenty of chain for securing loads or towing, dragging. Inherited a lot from my Dad. I did buy 2 20'ers and extra hooks at Tractor Supply (they are foreign made). I cut them in half, added new hooks and dedicated those 4 for securing tractor or vehicles. Plus more chain for implements. It's been 20 plus years now without any problems. I inspect the chains for any signs of weakness. I used straps before the chain but found I had to replace them every couple years due to wear.

 

[azbinder]

When hauling my Kubota B7800 I used 3 5/16" chains and 5 /1" ratchet binders.
1 chain on the front with each hook attached to either side of the grille guard and then other end to the binder that is hooked to a stake pocket on either side of the trailer. Then the loose chain can lay on the trailer. Same way on the back of the tractor. Then a chain across the implement with a separate binder. And I prefer using ratchet binders.

 

[Huntshillhaus Farm]

I have plenty of chain for securing loads or towing, dragging. Inherited a lot from my Dad. I did buy 2 20'ers and extra hooks at Tractor Supply (they are foreign made). I cut them in half, added new hooks and dedicated those 4 for securing tractor or vehicles. Plus more chain for implements. It's been 20 plus years now without any problems. I inspect the chains for any signs of weakness. I used straps before the chain but found I had to replace them every couple years due to wear.

And the 10 footers are plenty long? I suspect they are, but have not yet loaded the tractor to see. I have a rub rail and stake pockets, and eight D-Ring tiedowns, so I would think four 10 footers would be plenty.

 

[George2615]

And the 10 footers are plenty long? I suspect they are, but have not yet loaded the tractor to see. I have a rub rail and stake pockets, and eight D-Ring tiedowns, so I would think four 10 footers would be plenty.

Yes, 10'ers are plenty long. My trailer is 22' tilt bed (actually 23 1/2' with tail). It has a rub rail along each side plus stake pockets so I have several places to loop the chain through. I also have drop in D-rings I can put in the pockets. I also bolted D-rings on the front tractor frame sides and a twisted clevis on the rear draw bar.