Red 40ft Endless Round Lifting Sling - Heavy Duty Polyester

In this review of the Red 40' Endless Round Lifting Sling, the bottom line is straightforward: this is a workhorse sling for industrial rigging where high capacity and a soft, protective jacket matter most. The sling is aimed at riggers, shop managers, and maintenance crews who need a color coded, easy to handle lifting solution rated for heavy loads. Our review finds the sling excels on strength and ease of use, delivering clear capacity markings and a thick jacket that protects the internal yarns from abrasion and UV exposure.

Key Features

• Rated capacities: Provides clear capacity ratings for vertical, choker and basket hitches so teams can pick the correct lift configuration with confidence.
• Heavy duty polyester: The polyester construction balances strength and flexibility to handle heavy loads without becoming rigid or hard to position.
• Soft pliable jacket: The jacket allows positive load gripping without crushing or distorting delicate or finished surfaces during lifts.
• Thick protective jacket: A durable outer jacket protects the lifting yarns from debris and damaging ultraviolet rays to prolong sling life on job sites.
• OSHA and ASME compliant: Meets or exceeds OSHA and ASME B30.9 standards, which helps ensure it is acceptable for regulated industrial use.
• Color coded length and capacity: The red color and markings simplify inventory and prevent confusion during multi-sling lifts.

Who It's For

The Red 40' Endless Round Lifting Sling is best suited to industrial riggers, fabrication shops, construction crews, and facilities maintenance teams that regularly handle heavy assemblies or long lifts. Its 40 ft end to end length and high basket rating make it particularly useful for lifts that require long reach or multi-point rigging.

Those who should look elsewhere include operators who need lighter duty slings under small capacities, or applications that require a specialized coating or extreme heat resistance not described for this polyester sling. If chain slings or web slings with different material properties are required for the environment, consider those alternatives.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• High lifting capacity in all hitches, offering 13,200 lbs vertical and 26,400 lbs basket ratings for heavy lifts.
• Soft, pliable jacket makes positioning easier and reduces risk of damaging delicate loads during lifts.
• Durable outer jacket protects internal yarns from abrasion and UV, extending service life on outdoor jobsites.
• Meets OSHA and ASME B30.9 standards, providing assurance for regulated workplaces.

Cons

• The polyester jacket is robust but may not be suitable for high temperature or chemically aggressive environments where specialty materials would be required.

Specifications

Brand	YELLOW LIFTING
Product type	Endless round lifting sling
End to end length	40 ft (circumference 80 ft)
Approx. body diameter	1.3 in
Rated capacity - Vertical	13,200 lbs
Rated capacity - Choker	10,600 lbs
Rated capacity - Basket	26,400 lbs

Our Verdict

The Red 40' Endless Round Lifting Sling is a solid choice for professionals who need a long, high-capacity sling with a protective, soft jacket. It represents good value for heavy rigging tasks because of its clear capacity ratings, robust jacket protection, and compliance with OSHA and ASME B30.9 standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the sling capacity ratings?
The sling is rated 13,200 lbs for vertical, 10,600 lbs for choker, and 26,400 lbs for basket hitches.

How long is the sling and what is its diameter?
The sling is approximately 40 ft end to end (80 ft circumference) with an approximate body diameter of 1.3 in.

Is the sling suitable for outdoor use?
Yes, the heavy thick jacket is designed to protect the lifting yarns from debris and damaging ultraviolet rays, making it appropriate for outdoor job sites.