Columbus Mckinnon 40005 Forged Ring Skidding Tong

Product Description

The COLUMBUS MCKINNON 40005 is a forged ring skidding tong designed for lifting and skidding operations in industrial and trade environments. Built from steel alloy and finished in red with blue points, this tong accepts a jaw opening range of 3-9/16 inches to 16 inches, giving riggers and material handlers a wide range of pipe and log diameters to work with. The ring shank diameter is 3/4 inch, sized for compatibility with standard lifting hooks and rigging hardware. Licensed riggers, ironworkers, and heavy equipment operators are the primary users of this tool on job sites and in lumber, pipe, and steel handling applications.

The 40005 is suited for both residential construction staging and commercial or industrial job sites where pipe, timber, or cylindrical stock needs to be moved, dragged, or positioned. It performs in skidding applications where a secure mechanical grip on round stock is required. The forged construction and steel alloy material make it appropriate for demanding environments where cast or stamped alternatives may not hold up under repeated use.

Key Features

• Forged ring construction for superior strength over cast alternatives
• Wide jaw opening range of 3-9/16 inches to 16 inches accommodates varied stock diameters
• Steel alloy construction for durability in heavy-duty lifting and skidding use
• 3/4 inch ring diameter sized for standard rigging hooks and hardware
• Red body with blue points for quick visual identification on the job site

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-use lifting and skidding tong for applications involving round stock, pipe, or timber within the 3-9/16 inch to 16 inch diameter range.

Installation Notes

This tong is intended for use by trained riggers and material handlers familiar with lifting and skidding operations. Before use, inspect the tong, ring, and jaw points for wear, deformation, or cracking. Always verify the working load limit of all connected rigging hardware before lifting. Never exceed the rated capacity of the tong or any component in the lifting assembly.

Technical Specifications

• Item Type: Lifting and Skidding Tong
• Type: Forged Ring
• Jaw Opening: 3-9/16 inches to 16 inches
• Ring Diameter: 3/4 inch
• Material: Steel Alloy
• Color: Red with Blue Points

Standard Information

• Brand: COLUMBUS MCKINNON
• Manufacturer Part Number: 40005