The FlatLink E provides a means to eliminate the conventional winch hook and replace it with a safer and more secure screw pin shackle resulting in a CLOSED SYSTEM WINCHING operation. MADE IN THE USA Precision machined from 6000 series billet aluminum Compatible with all roller fairlead license plate mounting brackets When folded flat – less than 1.75 inches of thickness Weight – 26 ounces Max load rating : 16,000 pounds Ultimate failure : greater than 40,000 pounds Fits steel cables and synthetic winch ropes to 3/8 inch diameters EPDM Rubber Guard protects alloy fairleads and cushions line stowage Simple snap ring removal for shear pin Fits common 3/4 shackles/D-Rings Eliminates hook rattle and fairlead damage