What size ratchet straps

[Hodgewater]

I have a BX25d TLB that I plan to transport on my new car hauler, I was just wondering what size ratchet straps i would need to secure it to the trailer.

 

[GWD]

Personally, I would not use ratchet straps at all. Check your state's requirement for hauling to see if they are even legal.

My choice is 3/8" grade 70 chain and ratchet chain tighteners. You can NEVER be too careful. Your life and the life of others on the road depends on a secure load.

EDIT: Oops, check to see if straps are legal in your PROVINCE. Didn't notice that you were from hoser country until now!

 

[RonBoyBX25D]

Would second the use of chains, keep the strap's for the 2 buckets. On my 25D I use 5/16 grade 70 with 4 binders, one for each corner. There was just a thread on chaining down the 4 corners with 2 longer chains, but I couldn't find it on myiPad. Get 4 - 15-20' chains and you will be very safe in transport and if you need then have chain to pull yourself out when you get stuck or for dragging logs.

 

[85Hokie]

I have a BX25d TLB that I plan to transport on my new car hauler, I was just wondering what size ratchet straps i would need to secure it to the trailer.

IF you must use straps - no less than 2" - I have used them along with chains, the chains are by far more proper! I have strapped the living daylights out of my BX25D and then traveled 30 miles - only to find them a little "less" tight!!!
I think the amount of strap that is rolled has a direct affect on the holding power, in other words, make sure the ratchet has about 4 or more revolutions to bind.

I would go ahead and get a chain and add some "nice" chaining points to your machine - I find them to be essential.

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[bearskinner]

I tow my BX with straps all over, the key is to have GOOD straps. Don't use the cheapys with a hook, get straps and axle wraps ( like Macs) and use 4, attached to minimum 1/2" D rings at each corner of the trailer. Rated at 10K each, there soft, and wrapped around your tractor frame you rig will be safe and secure. They work great for cars Etc too

 

[hodge]

I agree with chains over straps. What you are planning for is an impact, not the static weight of the tractor. No way straps are stronger than chains in the event of a head on, etc., where the forces are multiplied.

 

[GWD]

Here is a good source for towing supplies. Sometimes they have a "free shipping" promotion. Get on their email list for alerts.

Chains and binders are very heavy so the savings is substantial.

http://www.truckntow.com/

 

[FrozenInTime]

I bit the bullet and picked up 4 chains and 4 binders, grade 70. If I'm ever hauling and in a wreck, I don't want the tractor in my cab on my lap, or any other vehicle for that matter. I use the ratchet straps for small stuff, short distances but not on hiways.

 

[67Truckin]

Look closely at most of the semitruck flatbed loads and you will see them secured with straps instead of chains now. Straps can give that little bit of stretch which prevents them from breaking. Chains don't stretch much so they break. Your local DOT truck inspectors can give you tips too or ask around at your local truckstop.

 

[08quadram]

You won't see big trucks hauling equipment with straps. They use chains. My dad hauls all kinds of different equipment for the earth work company he works for.

Mike
2014 Chrysler 300
1970 VW beetle
2006 Ford Freestyle
2008 Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi
2013 Passport 2920bh GT
BX2350
and a bunch of other crap

 

[78Vette]

My dealer is using straps when they have delivered the equipment i had bought from them over the years. Never seen chains. The straps are however 3-4 inches wide and I'm not sure if they use them when they deliver larger tractors.
I, personally like chains and i had bought grade 70 and binders, which i've never used and are up for sale, if the OP is interested.

 

[bearskinner]

I bit the bullet and picked up 4 chains and 4 binders, grade 70. If I'm ever hauling and in a wreck, I don't want the tractor in my cab on my lap, or any other vehicle for that matter. I use the ratchet straps for small stuff, short distances but not on hiways.

Something to think about more now, than what will hold your BX to the trailer, is keeping the trailer attached to your tow vehicle, good brakes and tires. I tow trucks, cars, tractors, lumber all the time with quality straps, not chains.( remember the poster is talking about towing a 3300 pound BX, not a 5 ton excavator)
Get a solid shank hitch, get a large diameter shank ball ( I only use 1 1/4" shank) get a load stabilizer hitch set up. Only buy good tires, and have axle brakes.
You are way more likely to loose the trailer, or loose control of it, than have the tractor come loose on top of it.

 

[67Truckin]

You won't see big trucks hauling equipment with straps. They use chains. My dad hauls all kinds of different equipment for the earth work company he works for.

We've been hauling oversize, overweight, permit size heavy construction equipment for 40 years now and have been using the large straps on the triple axle lowboy trailers. Whatever works for you go with it. We're legal in our states.

 

[bryanduke]

I agree with straps. Even many cranes are using straps for overhead lifting now. Straps have a little give and wont snap like a chain will. Just be sure to use adequate sized straps for your load. I only use straps.

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[nickelplated5s]

Straps are for things like big square bales. Cranes use slings which are completely different. Chains are for equipment.

Have you ever seen a log truck with straps?

 

[Lil Foot]

My B7100 is not large or particularly heavy, but i use 3/8" chain with load binders at 4 points, then use 2" ratchet straps to secure implements, like the backhoe & FEL buckets. Overkill I'm sure, but I like overkill.

 

[jkz]

Federal requirements specify chains OR straps. Straps must have 10,000lb capacity. Most states have adopted federal requirements in this area.

 

[mdhughes]

Straps are for things like big square bales. Cranes use slings which are completely different. Chains are for equipment.

Have you ever seen a log truck with straps?

If you are talking about securing the logs, yes. That is the only thing they use in this area. I logged for 2 1/2 years and never saw any chains used for securing logs.

 

[Tooljunkie]

Straps are for things like big square bales. Cranes use slings which are completely different. Chains are for equipment.

Have you ever seen a log truck with straps?

Many logging trucks hauling pulpwood use cables and winches to secure loads. Chain on end of cable to secure loose end in keyholes on deck.

I use both chains and straps. Chains on things with sharp edges, straps on things with loops.

Dont matter how good the straps/chains are, they are only as good as the attatchment points. On machine and on deck.

I reduce my speed whenever hauling a heavy load. Saved my butt many times

 

[Kubota_Man]

The Straps I use for my BX24 are rated for 5000 lbs each. I have hauled it in 4 states and many jurisdictions and never even had a 2nd look.