- Jerk-It-12™ K.E.R.R. Lines (Kinetic Energy Recovery Rope)12 Strand Rope, Made with 100% Nylon
Jerk-It-12™ K.E.R.R. (Kinetic Energy Recovery Rope) uses the kinetic properties of nylon to recover vehicles that are stuck in mud, snow or sand. We manufacture in diameters suitable for all sizes of equipment. - Jerk-It™ K.E.R.R. Lines (Kinetic Energy Recovery Rope)Double Braid Rope, Made with 100% Nylon
Jerk-It™ K.E.R.R. Lines (Kinetic Energy Recovery Rope) use the kinetic properties of nylon to recover vehicles that are stuck in mud, snow or sand. We manufacture in diameters suitable for recovering the smallest off road atvs and buggys up to diameters suitable for recovering large trucks, tractors and other large equipment.
Kinetic Energy Recovery Rope Sizing Guide
Vehicle Type and Size | Diameter | Minimum Break Strengths | Recommended WLL |
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ATVs, Snowmobiles, Garden Tractors | 1/4″ – 5/16″ | 1,790 – 2,890 lbs | 360 – 560 lbs |
Cars: compact, full-sized, Minivans | 3/8″ – 1/2″ | 4,080 – 7,060 lbs | 820 – 1,410 lbs |
Light Trucks, SUVs, Vans | 1/2″ – 5/8″ | 7,060 – 12,920 lbs | 1,410 – 2,580 lbs |
Trucks, Cube Van, Motorhomes to 26′, Tractors 20-50hp | 5/8″ – 3/4″ | 12,920 – 16,240 lbs | 2,580 – 3,250 lbs |
Medium Duty Trucks, Motorhomes over 26′, Tractors 50-80hp | 3/4″ – 1″ | 16,240 – 26,350 lbs | 3,250 – 5,270 lbs |
Trucks, Tractors 80-120hp, Railcar Pullers | 1″ – 1-1/4″ | 26,350 – 44,200 lbs | 5,270 – 8,840 lbs |
Logging Trucks, Tractors 120-200hp | 1-1/2″ – 2″ | 61,200 – 100,300 lbs | 12,240 – 20,060 lbs |
Mining Trucks, Tractors 200-400hp | 2″ – 2-1/2″ | 100,300 – 148,750 lbs | 20,060 – 29,750 lbs |
CAUTION
• Avoid all sharp edges.
• Use shackles of an appropriate strength for the rope and consider switching to soft shackles for increased safety.
• Always check the splice before and during attachment to each vehicle
• Test before use. Try light pulls to test attachment before pulling at maximum force
• Keep spectators out of the tow zone
• A Bowline knot is recommended if the rope must be knotted. This will undo most easily after use.
*A knot can reduce a rope’s strength by as much as half.*
This is only a guideline. Use common sense and ALWAYS KEEP SAFETY THE TOP PRIORITY and ensure your application is verified for proper sizing prior to use. Remember knots in a rope or the use of a nylon rope while it is wet will have a negative impact on the rope’s strength. For more information on rope safety, read our Brief Note on Rope Usage & Safety.