{"product_id":"saber-18k-soft-shackle-with-protective-sheath","title":"Saber 18K Soft Shackle with Protective Sheath","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor heavier 4WD recovery setups, the Saber 18K Soft Shackle gives you serious recovery capacity without the weight and bulk of traditional steel hardware. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured from SaberPro fibre with an \u003c\/span\u003e18,000kg minimum breaking strength\u003cspan\u003e, it combines high-strength synthetic construction with an abrasion-resistant protective sheath around the working section of the shackle. This added layer helps protect the load-bearing fibres from everyday wear where the shackle contacts compatible recovery equipment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt just 250g, it's an easy addition to a touring recovery kit where strength matters but unnecessary weight doesn't.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18,000kg minimum breaking strength\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaberPro fibre construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbrasion-resistant protective sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh abrasion and impact resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightweight construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact alternative to traditional steel shackles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for appropriately rated 4WD recovery applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso suitable for marine and agricultural applications within its rated capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned and tested in Australia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaber rated recovery products are batch tested to destruction through a NATA-accredited laboratory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy-Duty Recovery Without Heavy Hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn 18,000kg minimum breaking strength puts this shackle firmly into heavy-duty 4WD recovery territory, but the complete shackle weighs only 250g. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat makes it substantially easier to carry, store and handle than comparable steel recovery hardware, particularly when you're trying to keep a touring setup organised and payload under control. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts flexible construction also makes it easier to feed through suitable recovery points, recovery rings and other compatible equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaberPro Fibre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe shackle is manufactured from Saber's proprietary SaberPro fibre, combining high tensile strength with resistance to abrasion and impact. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSynthetic construction also means there's no steel shackle body to rust or corrode after exposure to mud, sand or wet recovery conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtective Sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe working section of the shackle is covered by an abrasion-resistant protective sheath. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis provides an additional barrier between the load-bearing fibres and the recovery equipment they're wrapped around, helping reduce wear during regular use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sheath adds protection, but it doesn't make the shackle suitable for sharp or damaged recovery points. Always use suitably rated equipment with a smooth contact surface and appropriate bend radius.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy to Inspect and Maintain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSynthetic recovery equipment should be inspected regularly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore and after use, check the shackle and protective sheath for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCuts or damaged fibres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcessive abrasion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat damage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContamination with grit or debris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamage to the protective sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter muddy or sandy recoveries, clean the shackle as required and allow it to dry thoroughly before returning it to storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKinetic recovery connections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinch recovery setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRecovery rings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible recovery hitches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppropriately radiused recovery points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy 4WD touring recovery kits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarine and agricultural applications within the rated capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways ensure every component in the recovery system is appropriately rated for the recovery being performed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eRecovery Performance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft Shackle with Protective Sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Breaking Strength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18,000kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaberPro Fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbrasion-Resistant Protective Sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.25kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eListed Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e275 × 180 × 75mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaber Offroad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU \/ MPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSBR-18KSSB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTesting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch Tested to Destruction via NATA-Accredited Laboratory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Australia Wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrders are dispatched quickly from Australia. 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