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2 ton / 4 ton come-along classes compared
2 ton (4,409 lb) and 4 ton (8,818 lb) come-along classes with example VEVOR listings and NO_MATCH ceiling.
| Class | Best for | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| 2 ton / 4,409 lb | Loads up to ~2,939 lb before margin (required ≤ 4,409 after ×1.5) — farm gates, machinery skids, fence posts | Too small when load × 1.5 exceeds 4,409 lb |
| 4 ton / 8,818 lb | Heavier shop and yard pulls with required capacity up to 8,818 lb after margin | Ceiling of this consumer ladder — not for vehicle GVWR recovery sizing |
| Above 8,818 lb required | Industrial pulls, vehicle recovery, or multi-point rigging plans | NO_MATCH on this site — need higher-rated equipment or a different tool class |