
What is the load limit on a ratchet strap?
Every ratchet strap sold in North America and the EU carries a printed Working Load Limit (WLL) — the single most important number for safe cargo securement. WLL tells you the maximum load one strap can restrain under normal road transport conditions. Confusing WLL with Breaking Strength (the force that snaps the strap in a lab) is the most common and dangerous mistake in cargo tie-down. This guide explains what WLL means, how the 3:1 safety factor works under FMCSA






