Factor 55 FlatLink E Winch Shackles

Upgrade the standard winch hook with a replacement that enhances reliability and performance, and provides closed system winching--the extra security and confidence needed to tackle the most demanding winch recoveries.

Factor 55 FlatLink E (Expert) winch shackles replace conventional winch hooks with stronger shackle/D-ring mounts, and fold neatly into the fairlead when not in use, allowing a better approach angle than the ProLink versions. FlatLinks do not require splicing, are compatible with steel or synthetic ropes.

Factor 55 FlatLink E winch shackles are precision machined from 6000 Series billet aluminum and given a hard anodized gray finish (Mil-A-8625 F Type III). They attach with a super-strong aerospace-grade double-shear titanium pin and snap ring, which is easily installed in minutes, and are equipped with EPDM rubber guards secured with four barbed tips. Their large pear-shaped shackle mounting hole allows for connection to either the pin or bow end of common screw pin shackles, as well as common OEM recovery points, making them very versatile. Available in several colors, select the one you like best.

Features:

* FlatLink can be used with steel or synthetic winch lines up to 3/8 in. diameter
* The rope eye is retained with a 5/8 in. diameter 6AI-4V grade V titanium pin
* Works with common 3/4 in. shackles (pin and bow end) and soft shackles up to 3/4 in.
* Less than 1.75 in. thick when folded flat
* Maximum load: 16,000 lbs.
* Ultimate failure: greater than 40,000 lbs.
* Compatible with all roller fairlead license plate mounting brackets
* EPDM rubber guard protects alloy fairleads and cushions line stowage, and eliminates hook rattle and fairlead damage
* Simple snap ring removal for shear pin
* Weight: 26 oz.

Note: The FlatLink E (Expert) pear-shaped hole adds the possibility of a dangerous shackle side loading condition, especially during momentary slack conditions. Show Less