Using E-Tracks to Secure 6,000 Pound Tractor on Trailer
Question:
What is the strongest E Track you sell and what poundage is it rated for? Need tie down for a 6000 lb tractor, spread over 4 points. Wood 2x8 trailer decking attached to trailer frame. The metal framing on the trailer is 16inch oc.
asked by: Matt
Expert Reply:
The E-Tracks we have available differ in size but they all feature the same 2,000 pound safe working load limit. In order to stay within the working limit of the tracks themselves I recommend installing shorter sections like the 2 Foot # EM59150 or 4 Foot # EM19147 for each tie-down point (4 total) on your tractor.
This will give you a combined safe working load limit of 8,000 pounds and will work great with Tie Down Rings like # 59147 and Ratchet Straps like # EM78627-MS to safely secure your 6,000 pound tractor.
I have attached a few short video demonstrations that you can also check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
Erickson Horizontal E Track - Zinc Plated Steel - 2,000 lbs - 4' Long - Qty 1
- E-Track
- E-Track Rails
- Horizontal
- 5 Inch Wide
- 2000 lbs
- 4 Feet Long
- Erickson
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Erickson Horizontal E Track - Zinc Plated Steel - 2,000 lbs - 2' Long - Qty 1
- E-Track
- E-Track Rails
- Horizontal
- 5 Inch Wide
- 2000 lbs
- 2 Feet Long
- Erickson
more information >
Erickson Ratchet Tie-Down Strap w Double J-Hooks - 2" x 27' - 3,300 lbs
- Ratchet Straps
- Flatbed
- Trailer
- Truck Bed
- Double-J Hooks
- 1 Strap
- Manual
- 21 - 30 Feet Long
- 1-1/8 - 2 Inch Wide
- 2001 - 3500 lbs
- Erickson
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Erickson Horizontal E Track - Zinc Plated Steel - 2,000 lbs - 5' Long - Qty 1
- E-Track
- E-Track Rails
- Horizontal
- 5-1/8 Inch Wide
- 2000 lbs
- 5 Feet Long
- Erickson
more information >
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