6Ton

6Ton is a term used in industrial equipment labeling to denote a lifting or payload capacity of six tons. The exact meaning depends on regional conventions for ton units: six metric tons (6,000 kilograms, about 13,228 pounds) or six US short tons (12,000 pounds, about 5,443 kilograms). In product catalogs, the designation is typically accompanied by a specification that clarifies the unit and whether the rating refers to maximum static lift, working load limit, or other safety terms.

The designation is commonly found on cranes, hoists, winches, forklifts, and truck-mounted lifting devices. Devices labeled 6Ton are designed to handle up to six tons under defined conditions, but the safe working load depends on geometry such as reach or boom length, angle, and the presence of counterweights. Manufacturers publish load charts showing allowable loads for different configurations, and operators must follow these charts and relevant safety procedures.

Standards and regulation: Lifting equipment is usually subject to standards such as ASME B30 in the United States or ISO and regional EN standards in other areas. Compliance means mandatory testing, inspection, and maintenance requirements.

Origin and usage: The expression is a generic descriptor rather than a single brand. It appears in catalogs and model names across many manufacturers; it does not refer to a single unified product line.

See also: Ton, Lifting capacity, Crane, Hoist.