MECHANICAL CONNECTING LINK FOR TOW STRAPS AND PINTLE HITCHES

摘要

A mechanical connecting link for tow straps and pintle hitches configured to quickly and easily disassemble even during complex pulling scenarios. The mechanical connecting link also is configured to retain its structural integrity even during heavy loads. The mechanical connecting link has at least two modular “wide body” connector components on which looped tow straps may engage. The modular “wide body” connector component configured to keep the bend radius of any engaged tow strap large enough to prevent abrasion and to resist damage to the tow strap loop during pulling scenarios.

主权项

1. A mechanical connecting link, comprising:
a) at least two modular connector components each, respectively, comprising a bent portion between a first end and second end, the contour of the bent portion defining an inner side and an outer side that extend from the first end to the second end, the outer side flared when compared to the margins of the inner side; and b) a quick release pin detachably and pivotally coupling the at least two modular connector components such that each of the at least two modular connector components forms an articulating shackle about the quick release pin; wherein each articulating shackle is configured to engage with at least one looped tow straps along the bent portion; and wherein, the mechanical connecting link can optionally disassemble via removal of the quick release pin.