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What’s the difference between snatch blocks?

There are so many different brands and types of snatch blocks to choose from, and it can make you wonder — what is the difference? We’ve made a list of the most popular heavy duty snatch blocks on the market and compared some of their defining features below. Use this to make snatch block purchasing decisions in the future.

These McKissick 420 series snatch blocks are some of the best hd blocks on the market. They are made from heat treated alloy steel, and they have been designed to eliminate the possibility of rope jams.
• 8” sheave with 30,000 lb. WLL
• 51 lbs.
• Accepts 3/4” – 7/8” cable sizes

These exclusive 416 series alloy snatch blocks from McKissick are an outstanding option because they are extremely durable, but much lighter than most snatch blocks of the same size.
• 10” sheave with 24,000 lb. WLL
• 33 lbs.
• Accepts 5/8” – 3/4” cable sizes

Gunnebo Johnson offers some of the best snatch blocks around for a very competitive price. These blocks include an easy to remove screw pin and a bronze bushing that can be greased.
• 8” sheave with 24,000 lb. WLL
• 56 lbs.
• Accepts 3/4” – 7/8” cable sizes

This Gunnebo Johnson snatch block comes with a 10" sheave and has a 12 ton working load limit. It also includes an easy to remove screw pin and bronze bushing that can be greased.
   • 10” sheave with 24,000 lb. WLL
   • 69 lbs.
   • Accepts 3/4” – 7/8” cable sizes

This Yoke snatch block is made completely from alloy, making it 40% lighter than standard snatch blocks. The forged components are also 100% Magnaflux Inspected.
• 10” sheave with 24,000 lb. WLL
• 46 lbs.
• Accepts 3/4” – 7/8” cable sizes

This 15 ton Yoke snatch block is made from high quality tensile steel with bronze bushings and grease fittings. These blocks are 100% Magnaflux tested to ensure the highest quality snatch block.
• 8” sheave with 30,000 lb. WLL
• 95 lbs.
• Accepts 3/4” – 7/8” cable sizes

These snatch blocks from B/A Products are high quality, yet they won’t break the bank. Each snatch block comes with bronze bushings and a spring loaded latch kit.
• 10" sheave with 30,000 lb. WLL
• 75 lbs.
• Accepts 3/4" - 7/8" cable sizes

This Skookum block combines high strength alloy with a low profile design, creating a tremendous weight to strength ratio. The composite sheave is made from material that increases strength and durability.
• 10" sheave with 30,000 lb. WLL
• 46 lbs.
• Accepts 3/4" - 7/8" cable sizes

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