Factor 55 Extreme Duty Kinetic Energy Recovery Rope

The Factor 55 Extreme Duty Kinetic Energy Recovery Rope (also called a kinetic recovery rope, KERR or snatch rope) is built for pulling stuck vehicles out of sand, mud and snow. Unlike a standard tow strap, it stretches under load and stores energy. That energy is released as the rope recoils. The result is a smoother, more controlled recovery with less shock to both vehicles and the recovery points.

Key Features:

• Double-braided nylon construction that can stretch up to 30% of its length for kinetic energy storage
• Flexible polymeric coating that resists abrasion and UV, and limits moisture absorption
• Rubberized rope eyes that add durability at the wear points of the rope
• Rated minimum breaking strength and working load limit for each rope size
• Made in the USA

Choosing the Right Rope: Pick a rope based on the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the lighter of the two vehicles in the recovery. For typical SUVs and trucks, Factor 55 suggests a minimum breaking strength of 4:1 to 6:1 against GVWR. For much larger vehicles, a ratio of 2:1 to 4:1 may be acceptable. A rope that is too light can break. A rope that is too heavy and stiff will not stretch enough to give the full kinetic energy assist.

Keep one in your recovery kit for off-road trips, trail runs and work vehicles.