Nylon ropes are prized for their strength, elasticity and energy absorption. They stretch under load to absorb shock and are ideal for mooring, towing and dynamic tasks where a little give improves safety and performance.
Nylon ropes remain the standard for applications that require elasticity and shock absorption. These ropes can stretch up to 30% at breaking load, meaning they absorb sudden loads and reduce strain on hardware. Nylon fibres provide good UV and abrasion resistance and maintain high tensile strength, though they can lose around 10%–20% of their strength when wet. Available in 3-strand, 8-strand and 12-strand constructions, our nylon ropes are ideal for mooring and anchor lines, towing, dock lines and other dynamic loads.
They sink in water (specific gravity around 1.14) and are easy to splice and handle. If you need a rope that acts like a shock absorber taking up the energy of waves, wind gusts or towing loads—nylon is the go-to choice, offering strength, flexibility and safety in equal measure.
| Diameter (mm) | Weight (kg/coil) | Break Load (kg) |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | 228 | 3 000 |
| 44 | 276 | 35 800 |
| 48 | 330 | 42 000 |
| 50 | 357 | 45 400 |
| 56 | 448 | 56 000 |
| 60 | 512 | 63 800 |
| 64 | 582 | 72 000 |
| 68 | 660 | 81 000 |
| 72 | 738 | 90 000 |
| 76 | 825 | 100 000 |
| 80 | 915 | 11 0000 |
| 82 | 961 | 11 5000 |
| 84 | 1 006 | 120 500 |
| 88 | 1 104 | 131 000 |
| PRODUCT DATA | PERFORMANCE | PERFORMANCE IN WATER |
|---|---|---|
| Material: Nylon (polyamide) | Abrasion Resistance: Very good | Affected by Water: Yes (loses 10–20% strength when wet) |
| Construction: 3-strand, 8-strand, or 12-strand | Chemical Resistance: Good (resists most chemicals; weakened by strong acids/alkalis) | Shrinkage: Some shrinkage when wet |
| Melting Point: ~250 °C | Floats: No (sinks) | |
| Elongation: High (~20–30%) |
Our rope finder tool enables you to choose and get a quote on rope depending on usage, fibre and dimensions required.
