What portion of the rated load can a sling in a basket hitch lift with the proper D/d ratio?

When using a sling in a basket hitch configuration, it is important to understand the concept of the D/d ratio, where "D" represents the diameter of the bend in the sling and "d" is the diameter of the sling itself. A proper D/d ratio allows the sling to distribute the load effectively, maximizing its lifting capacity.

In a basket hitch, the sling is doubled back on itself, which effectively increases its load-bearing capacity. Typically, a properly configured basket hitch can lift up to 200% of the single-leg rated capacity of the sling. This means that if the rated capacity of the sling is defined for a single-leg configuration, using it in a basket hitch allows for the lifting of twice that rated capacity, given the appropriate D/d ratio is maintained.

This ability to lift more than the nominal rated load is due to the mechanics of load distribution, wherein forces are shared between the two sections of the sling in the basket hitch setup. Therefore, choosing the option that indicates the sling can lift 200% of the rated load when configured correctly in a basket hitch is consistent with industry standards regarding sling usage and load handling practices.