CHAIN+HOOK TRAILER SAFETY (SET)
Safety chain with hook for 1/4 ton trailer
Left and right chain set
Complete safety chain set for military 1/4 ton jeep trailers. These chains provide a reliable safety connection between trailer and towing vehicle, preventing the trailer from becoming detached should the lunette fail. The set consists of left and right chains with mounting brackets and hooks.
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Application 1/4 ton militaire aanhanger |
Set contents Linker- en rechterketting met haken |
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Function Veiligheidsverbinding aanhanger |
Mounting type Ketting met haak en montagebeugel |
Features
- Complete set for left and right side
- Robust steel chains with hooks
- Mounting brackets for attachment to drawbar
- Prevents trailer detachment in case of lunette failure
- Suitable for military 1/4 ton trailers
★ Essential safety component for the safe towing of military jeep trailers. The chain set is designed to original military specifications for WWII and post-war 1/4 ton trailers.
Application
These safety chains are developed for military 1/4 ton trailers such as the WWII Bantam T-3, Willys MBT and post-war models M100 and M416. The chains are mounted on both sides of the drawbar and hook onto the towing vehicle.
Installation notes
The chains are mounted to the trailer drawbar using the supplied mounting brackets (wedges). The hooks are attached to the towing vehicle. Before use, check that the chains are not damaged or worn and that the hooks close correctly.
Compatibility
Please note: different trailer generations may have different chain lengths and hook designs. WWII military trailers often used flat hooks, whilst post-war models (from M100 onwards) received heavier J-hooks. Check the original specifications of your trailer.
Historical context
Safety chains were mandatory equipment on all American military trailers from WWII onwards. They formed a crucial safety measure when towing trailers behind jeeps in difficult terrain, where the risk of detachment was greater.
This description was generated automatically. Unsure about fitment? Contact us at info@willys.be.
This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
Installation requires technical knowledge of the vehicle. Unsure whether this part suits your version? Ask us before purchase at info@willys.be.
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 10-1281 — Parts List & Maintenance Manual — only for the 1/4-ton 2-wheel trailer (Bantam T3 / Willys MB-T)
