Most struts generally support a working load limit of which range?

Most struts generally support a working load limit of which range?

• A. 100-500 lbs
• B. 20,000-40,000 lbs
• C. 1,000-2,000 lbs
• D. 4,000-18,000 lbs

Answer: (D)

In vehicle rescue, struts must be able to bear the load they’re asked to support, and the working load limit is the maximum safe load the device is designed to handle during normal use. For most rescue struts, that safe range sits in the thousands of pounds, typically between about 4,000 and 18,000 pounds. This capacity lets you stabilize a vehicle reliably without risking collapse or failure as you create space or support weight during extrication. The other ranges aren’t representative of standard rescue equipment: a few hundred pounds is far too low for stabilizing a vehicle, 1,000–2,000 pounds is often insufficient for mid- to large-sized vehicles, and 20,000–40,000 pounds is beyond what common rescue struts are rated for and would imply much heavier, specialized gear.