Which sling configuration provides the greatest capacity?

The basket hitch configuration offers the greatest capacity when lifting loads with slings. This configuration uses two sling legs that support the load from underneath, effectively distributing the weight across both slings. The design allows for improved stability and balance, enabling the sling to lift more weight than other configurations.

In addition to increasing lifting capacity, the basket hitch reduces stress on the individual sling components. Since the weight is shared between two legs, it minimizes the risk of overload and potential failure in a single leg, making it a safer choice for heavy lifts.

Other configurations, such as vertical and choker hitches, do not provide the same level of support. The vertical hitch places the entire weight on one point and is limited by the single leg's capacity. The choker hitch, while versatile, also burdens one leg more than the basket hitch does. The double wrap choker hitch, while it adds some additional support, still does not match the load capacity of the basket hitch due to the inherent characteristics of the load distribution in that configuration.