--- product_id: 52229170 title: "40kN Fall Rescue Big 8 Aluminum Descender with Bent-Ears Rappelling Gear Belay Device (Orange)" price: "242.63 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/52229170-40kn-fall-rescue-big-8-aluminum-descender-with-bent-ears store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Fits 9-16 mm ropes Anodized aluminum alloy 40kN breaking strength 40kN Fall Rescue Big 8 Aluminum Descender with Bent-Ears Rappelling Gear Belay Device (Orange) **Price:** 242.63 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧗‍♀️ Elevate your climb with gear that never quits! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 40kN Fall Rescue Big 8 Aluminum Descender with Bent-Ears Rappelling Gear Belay Device (Orange) - **How much does it cost?** 242.63 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/52229170-40kn-fall-rescue-big-8-aluminum-descender-with-bent-ears) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Lab-Tested Reliability:** Factory and independent lab tested for consistent, fail-safe performance. - • **Lightweight Durability:** Anodized aluminum design combines featherweight feel with rugged endurance. - • **Precision Rope Control:** Smooth rigging plate ensures effortless descent and belay adjustments. - • **Versatile Adventure Ready:** Ideal for climbing, rappelling, arborist work, and aerial rigging. - • **Unmatched Strength & Safety:** Withstands up to 40kN (9000 lbs) for ultimate fall protection. ## Overview The ProClimb 40kN Fall Rescue Big 8 Aluminum Descender is a high-strength, lightweight belay and rappel device crafted from anodized aluminum. Engineered to handle ropes from 9 to 16 mm and tested to withstand up to 40kN of force, it offers smooth rope control with a rigging plate and bent-ears design to prevent line hitching. Perfect for professional climbers, arborists, and rescue teams seeking reliable, multipurpose gear that combines durability with precision. ## Description Product description The ProClimb Difference 100% Testing Climb with confidence! ProClimb builds gear that you can trust. We believe one good test is better than a thousand expert opinions, that's why we test our products to ensure reliability of every ProClimb product. Every piece of ProClimb climbing gear is tested (not just sampled), 100% factory and proof tested! In addition, we use independent laboratories, such as UL, to certify our products. We also break test samples from every single production lot upon receipt. Experience You Can Count On With over 40 years of experience serving professional climbers, you can count on our experience and knowledgeable team. Exceptional Value We know people who climb for a living need value they can trust. Every one of our ProClimb products provides industry-leading quality, testing, experience, and cost. You might find gear for less, but you won't find better value than ProClimb. Specifications Brand: ProClimb Material: Aluminum Alloy Standard Finish: Anodized Max Load: 40 kN / 8,800 lbs Dimensions: 170 mm x 171 mm Weight: 258 g / 9.1 oz Color: Orange Attention The rope loops must be kept under and within bent ears. ProClimb 40 kN Big 8 Aluminum Descender with Bent-Ears Fall Protection & Climbing Gear 3 slots of different size, bent ears, thick body designed to be safer & versatile. The big slot adjust your ascent speed, the bottom one could connect climbing carabiner or other equipment The bent-ear prevent rope sliding up & locking up, create more friction systems Thick body largely decreases the abrasion or wear of rope to a minimum level Best Suitable for Climbing, rappelling, rigging aerial silk, applying significant friction to rope, & controlling rope sliding speed ProClimb Big 8 Stainless Steel Descender Features Easy Lock-Off The ears prevent the rope from sliding and locking up, which makes it a much safer and versatile device. The body allows for more control while descending or belaying with heavy load Adjustable Descent Rate The Figure 8 Descender keeps line from inadvertently girth-hitching uppermost bar, stranding climber. Center hole doubles as belay plate. The end slot is for attaching carabiners for more safety. Large Main Slot The main slot is big enough for the operator to double or triple the single rope to increase frictions. Hence, the operator is able to slow or stop descent with minimum force. New England Yankee Bigger 8 is a Safer 8 This is a big, stout, "rescue 8" type descender. Very nicely made, with NO visible defects of ANY kind, including the anodizing, which is even and deep. Big ears with a good hook down and the major center opening is slightly ovalled toward the top, which helps keep the device from upsetting. Smooth contours and the size makes for easy handling. ... This is an excellent buy. USR carries the Pro-Line stainless rescue 8 as well, which is great for sandy and gritty conditions or where weight is not a factor. Manuel Rivas Reputable American Supplier This Rescue 8 has bigger horns than a lot of the competitors. Pro Climb seems like a reputable American company, trust this over Chinese copies that aren't safety rated. Memot Aerial silks I used this for Aerial silks! Quality equipment! Review: Well Made - Very nice Rescue 8 and it's well made. Review: Held a shock load of 1000lbs no problem - In case you think it won't support a person at all. Tree removal assistance using that as a friction point for a ten inch diameter branch . Weight approx. 600 lbs. Load was enough to feel the slight movement in the tree. Use a portawrap for the trunk section. No wear or even visible markings on the descender. No stretch or deformation. So hopefully anyone wouldn't be weighing over five hundred. Given the short distance traveled . Shock load was roughly 1000lbs. ## Features - CLIMB WITH CONFIDENCE - Made with Anodized Aluminum. Maximum breaking strength: 50 KN / 11240 lbs. Weight: 26 oz / 737 g. Rope Sizes: 11 mm - 16 mm. - EASY TO USE - Rigging plate for smooth and superb rope control while descending or belaying with easy lock-off, adjustable descent rate, and large main slot. - MULTIPURPOSE - Perfect for arborists, mountain climbing, rock climbing, ice climbing, rappelling and many more useful work applications. - BUILT TO LAST - Industry-leading quality. Durable, lightweight, and strong. Apply large friction to rope with ease for climbing, rappelling, rigging an aerial silk and help control rope sliding speed. - LABORATORY TESTED - 100% factory and proof tested for durability and versatility from independent laboratories. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B071SG8M7P | | Best Sellers Rank | #293,947 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #142 in Climbing Belay & Rappel Equipment | | Brand Name | ProClimb | | Color | Orange | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (68) | | Date First Available | May 24, 2017 | | Included Components | Self | | Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.5 x 6.5 x 0.5 inches | | Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 7.05 x 6.54 x 1.18 inches | | Item Weight | 0.28 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | U.S. Rigging Supply | | Material | Aluminum | | Model Name | Bull Figure 8 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Package Weight | 0.31 Kilograms | | Part Number | USR-840-AU | | Size | Standard | ## Images ![40kN Fall Rescue Big 8 Aluminum Descender with Bent-Ears Rappelling Gear Belay Device (Orange) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71PQcU0GfcL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: The product description says that the center hole can be used as a belay plate. Is there a picture of how the rope should be run to do this?** A: I suggest you pick up a copy of Jeff Jepson's "The Tree Climber's Companion". It's covered in that book along with a lot of other useful climbing information. You can also do a search on YouTube to see its use in action. **Q: I just received the Rescue 8. The finish is "crackled" not smooth like the picture. Won't this cause extra wear on the rope or serious damage?** A: Stop!!!! Your life is hanging off this unit ! The finish will likely wear off in time however I would not use anything that has any manufacturer or other defects **Q: Weight of device and measurments?** A: Hello. Thank you for your inquiry. I tried pasting a snip-it of an image that shows dimensions but it will not allow me to do it. So I'll describe: Length from top to bottom: 170mm, width from ear to ear=171mm, top hole/opening length from top to middle bottom= 54mm, width of bottom hole/opening=40mm. IF you want to provide your email, I can send you the snip-it of drawing with dimensions. Thank you ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well Made *by A***T on January 15, 2026* Very nice Rescue 8 and it's well made. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Held a shock load of 1000lbs no problem *by M***4 on March 24, 2026* In case you think it won't support a person at all. Tree removal assistance using that as a friction point for a ten inch diameter branch . Weight approx. 600 lbs. Load was enough to feel the slight movement in the tree. Use a portawrap for the trunk section. No wear or even visible markings on the descender. No stretch or deformation. So hopefully anyone wouldn't be weighing over five hundred. Given the short distance traveled . Shock load was roughly 1000lbs. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality Item! *by D***M on January 20, 2020* Well made along with a nice finish. 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