What is the stated tensile strength for tubular webbing and flat webbing?

• A. Tubular 6,000 lbf; Flat webbing 4,000 lbf
• B. Tubular 4,000 lbf; Flat webbing 6,000 lbf
• C. Tubular 3,500 lbf; Flat webbing 7,200 lbf
• D. Tubular 4,000 lbf; Flat webbing 4,000 lbf

Answer: (B)

These questions test knowing the standard stated tensile strengths for tubular and flat webbing. The typical published breaking strength for tubular webbing is 4,000 pounds-force, while flat webbing is rated at 6,000 pounds-force. This pairing matches what you’ll commonly see in equipment data sheets, reflecting the different constructions and how they’re rated. So the stated values are tubular 4,000 lbf and flat webbing 6,000 lbf. The other numbers don’t align with standard specs. Remember that in practice you use a working load limit well below these breaking strengths and always rely on the exact numbers from the product’s data sheet.