Factor 55 Standard Duty Soft Shackle 7/16 in x 10 in | 39,000 lb MBS, 7,800 lb WLL

Product overview

The Factor 55 Standard Duty Soft Shackle offers a lightweight alternative to traditional steel shackles for common rigging and recovery tasks. Engineered, tested, and made in the USA, this shackle pairs a 7/16-inch diameter body with a 10-inch pull-to-pull length, delivering a compact link that is easy to handle in the field. Built from 1/2-inch diameter UHMWPE 12-strand rope, it carries the strength you would expect from Factor 55 while staying remarkably lightweight.

Designed for the moments when you need a quick, secure connection without bulky hardware, the Standard Duty Soft Shackle ships with clear strength markings so you can verify its rating at a glance. The shackle has been lab- and field-tested to ensure consistent minimum breaking strength values across conditions, reflecting the brand's uncompromising standards.

Why choose this soft shackle

• High-strength performance in a compact form with a 39,000 lb maximum breaking strength
• Working load limit of 7,800 pounds for everyday recovery tasks
• 7/16-inch diameter body and 10-inch pull-to-pull length for easy handling
• Constructed from 1/2-inch UHMWPE 12-strand rope for durability and flexibility
• Lightweight build at about 0.43 pounds per shackle
• US-made and lab- and field-tested to Factor 55 standards
• Clear WLL and MBS markings on each shackle for quick verification
• Compact packaging with dimensions around 10.03L x 6.77W x 1.85H inches

Real-world use scenarios

• Vehicle recovery on uneven terrain with a compact, easy-to-handle link
• Temporary towing or securing light loads with minimal hardware
• Rigging recovery lines for off-road gear and accessories
• Boat, trailer, or ATV setups where quick connections save time

Whether building a lightweight toolkit for the trail or upgrading a spare shackle kit, this soft shackle offers a practical blend of performance and portability. It presents a possible solution for faster, simpler rigging without claiming guaranteed outcomes.