Will this really lift/pull up to 2 tons using the supplied rope? It seems like the rope would snap first (with that much weight).
290989
I doubt that it would. I tried to pull a 1500 pound trailer up a slight incline, and it would not do it. I would consider it unsafe to hoist 4000 pounds above anyone or or over anything valuable with the supplied rope.
290990
It is just about 1 level up from "junk". I have one that I use to lift a pickup bed cover.. This fiberglass bedcover probably weighs about 150-200 pounds. It is all that I can do to pull the rope hard enough to lift this cover and I am 6' tall and weigh 210lbs.. So far the cover hasn't fallen on the ground; but the rope is so light I am always surprised that it hasn't fallen... Also there is so much friction because the pullies are not riding on bearings.. Just bolts.. If what you are wanting to lift is over 200lbs. forget about this item.
290991
I don't see why not, there are 4 pulley races at the top and bottom with 8 lines supporting the weight.So, each line is only supporting (4000/8 = 500Lb). Also, these things are over-engineered usually by 1.5 times for safety and dumb users. Therefore each line probably could support (500 x 1.5 = 750Lb).
290992
Not sure, I'm not lifting anywhere near that. I'd be curious how anyone can hold on to a small rope and pull with 666 lbs (6:1 mechanical advantage - and there is no brake or lock on this). If you need lifting of more than about 200 lbs, you'll probably want a winch for the rope.
290993
Yes! I too believe the rope would snap. The pulleys act as fulcrums reducing the rope strength required, but I still do not feel the rope is strong enough.However the rope is the least of the problem--the hoist is inefficient! For me it would not move a 1700 pound trailer (on wheels) up a slight grade. I believe the too small rope increases already excessive friction of this poorly constructed hoist. It can not preform as advertised!
290994
Yes, if you make sure everything is aligned perfectly. But the pulleys are really cheap, and it there is any sideways pressure, they will break. The rope is fine, it's the pulleys you have to worry about.
1080049
It seems extremely strong. The swing and the rope are both intertwined. .. I'm not sure if this answers your question or not?
1912137
It is a fairly static rope with about a 2% stretch or so at the most. 2 feet will stretch about half to 3/4 of an inch when pulled hard. I don't know if it would stretch more with continues load but I don't think so
1451177
The answer is variable due to many outside factors. This is a toy and I've never seen nor heard of using it to lift anything. You'll get your answer by trial and error. Good luck !
430819
It could, if you are very determined to do so. The rope is thin and not manageable for anything at all heavy. I would not buy it again and have regarded it a total loss. When you buy the metal carabiners, buy some decent rope.
1436465
Per the manufacturers data it will handle 350 lbs. When I got it I used it to be sure it worked properly, and it lifted me at 285 lbs without any trouble. Hope this helps, I still feel that this is a very good product for the cost.
537461
I didn't purchase it to climb with, I use it to bring down hay bales from the top of an 88 bale stack. And, it did not fare well ... the hook arms need to be welded solid, they broke loose for us and my nephew was going to have them welded before using it again. Boy, depending on it with full body weigh (bales average 110-125 lbs) I don't know if I would depend upon this piece of equipment!
1341831
I haven't tested it to that extent, but have hoisted a 60lb Kyak and a 70lb tree stand with it no problem so I think it would be sufficent. May want to double it just in case.
1107235
Yes it would provided you have used equipment capable of handling the load. I have done something similar and have had no issues with it.
94742
You know, I'm not sure but I was using a 30,000lb strap pulling a completely stuck jeep more than once with no issue, including hard acceleration snapping. No issue and it is beefy.
389405
I have 2 of these pulleys and I use 3/8" rope and it works fine. Not sure how 1/2" would work, though. There doesn't seem to be much room when I am using 3/8".
2156915
It isn't hard to use but I would not make the same choice for a hoist again. It's very cheap metal construction and the rope gets caught --edges are sharp which if not careful and slow will damage the rope and possibly cause an unsafe hoisting situation.
207419
Yes it will lift if you don't hold the base. Base is very light. You will love this product. Trust me it worthy your money.
578747
Lynn - You could use the 3/8 rope, but the weak link will then be the rope. The pulley is rated at 8,000 lbs. You will be lucky to get a few hundred pounds with 3/8 rope. If strength is not a significant concern the rope should work just fine. Good luck.
2156917
Yes, the Poly Rope Hoist is easy to use. When you pick it up, even if the ropes are laying "bundled" on each other, as soon as you begin to pull the two pulley sections apart, the ropes all line up. Very simple. The two ton rating is more of a wish than reality. I knew that when I bought it. 500 pounds is more like it, in a lift. Maybe you could "drag/pull" a two ton object across the ground, but that doesn't mean you're exerting two tons of force.
252578
The hoist will handle it and then some. I used it to lift a 600lbs. mower deck of my truck.
800817
I guess it would depend upon how much shoulder you have to grasp. It might get a hold of the tapper enough to pull it.