Essential 4×4 Recovery Gear for Every Trip

Recovery equipment should match the vehicle weight, terrain and type of travel. A basic kit normally includes rated recovery points, a suitable strap, shackles, gloves, a shovel, tyre equipment and a safe method of communicating during the recovery.

Prepare before the route

Inspect every component, confirm ratings, practise safe connection methods and never use a tow ball as a recovery point. Winches and kinetic recoveries require additional training and correctly rated equipment.