3/8 in x 20 ft Single Leg Wire Rope Sling - Durable lifting solution

In this review of the 3/8 in x 20 ft single leg wire rope sling from Kennedy Wire Rope & Sling Co. the bottom line is simple: this is a work-ready lifting sling for crews who need abrasion resistance and traceable safety data. The reviewer found it best suited to heavy material handling where a compact, metal sling outperforms synthetic alternatives, and the single strongest reason to buy is its stamped stainless steel tag with working load limits and a traceable serial number, which adds clear accountability on job sites.

Key Features

• Rated Capacity: The sling offers clear published lifting capacities for vertical, choker and basket hitches so users can match the rig to the lift safely.
• Eye Options: One end has a standard eye and the other a thimble eye, giving secure rope seating and flexible attachment choices on rigging hardware.
• Durability: Wire rope construction is exceptionally abrasion resistant compared with synthetic slings, extending service life in rough conditions.
• Traceability: A stainless steel tag engraved with working load limits and a serial number provides visible compliance and traceability for inspections.
• Manufactured in the USA: Domestic production supports consistent build quality and materials control for industrial use.

Who It's For

The sling is aimed at professional riggers, construction crews, and industrial maintenance teams who perform repeated lifts and need a metal sling that resists abrasion better than synthetic webbing. It is particularly useful where documented working load limits and a serial number are required for safety records.

Those who should look elsewhere include users who need lighter-weight slings for low-impact, infrequent lifts or who require non-metallic slings for applications where wire could cause surface marking; for those tasks a soft synthetic sling may be preferable.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Clear published capacities for vertical (1.4 tons), choker (1.1 tons) and basket (2.9 tons) hitches allow predictable planning.
• Different eye terminations on each end improve hookup options and reduce hardware slippage.
• Stainless steel engraved tag and serial number aid inspection records and job-site accountability.
• Robust wire rope construction proved very resistant to abrasion in heavy use compared to synthetic slings.

Cons

• Being a metal sling, it is heavier and can mark fragile finishes, so it is not ideal for delicate or cosmetic loads.

Specifications

Length	20 ft
Diameter	3/8 in
Vertical Pull Capacity	1.4 tons
Choker Hitch Capacity	1.1 tons
Basket Hitch Capacity	2.9 tons
Standard Eye Dimensions	6 in long x 3 in wide
Thimble Eye Dimensions	2.13 in long x 1.13 in wide
Identification	Stainless steel tag engraved with WLL and serial number

Our Verdict

For tradespeople who need a reliable, abrasion-resistant lifting sling with documented working load limits, this 3/8 in x 20 ft wire rope sling provides solid value. The stamped stainless tag and dual eye terminations make it practical on job sites, and domestic manufacture supports consistent quality, so it is a sensible buy for frequent, heavy lifting where metal slings are appropriate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the published working load limits?
The sling lists vertical 1.4 tons, choker 1.1 tons and basket 2.9 tons on the stainless steel tag.

Are the eye dimensions suitable for standard shackles?
The standard eye measures 6 in by 3 in and the thimble eye measures 2.13 in by 1.13 in, compatible with most common rigging shackles and hooks.

Is the sling traceable for safety inspections?
Yes, the stainless steel tag is engraved with working load limits and a traceable serial number for inspection records.