5/8 in. x 20 ft Standard Crane Sling

This 5/8 in. x 20 ft standard crane sling is a rope choker for crane-assisted tree removal. The length gives room to choke large stems and leaders, while the rope construction stays manageable for the climber setting picks.

Built for crane picks

On a crane removal, the climber sets a sling around each pick before the cut. A rope sling is lighter and easier to handle aloft than chain, and the right length lets you choke a big stem or set two slings for a balanced pick.

A 20 ft sling covers most stems on a typical crane job. Tag or color-code slings by length so the climber can call for the right one without guessing. See our crane slings for other lengths and grades.

Inspection and limits

Crane work leaves no room for guesswork. Know the pick weight, keep the sling well within its rated capacity, and follow the crane operator's and the manufacturer's limits. Cut clear of the sling and never shock-load it.

Before each job, run the sling through your hands. Look for cut or pulled strands, glazed or melted fibers, flat or stiff spots, and heavy UV fading, and check that the splices and buries are intact. Retire it if you find damage you can't explain or after a shock load bigger than you planned for. Crane picks must follow ANSI Z133 and the applicable crane standards, with trained, qualified people. Keep slings out of the chipper path, off hot exhausts and away from saw chains between picks.