What is the maximum load rating of the Petzl ID?

• A. 250 kg
• B. 200 kg
• C. 300 kg
• D. 275 kg

Answer: (A)

The maximum working load of the Petzl ID is 250 kg, including the climber and gear. This is the value the manufacturer specifies as the highest load the device and the rope system are designed to safely absorb during belay or fall-arrest events. It’s a limit tied to the device’s structural integrity and performance, ensuring the braking and locking mechanisms operate reliably under typical use. The other numbers don’t match the official specification and pushing beyond 250 kg could exceed the device’s safety margins, potentially affecting performance or causing failure. Always rely on the stated rating for safe operation and consider that real-world loads from dynamic falls can exceed simple body weight, so staying well within the limit is important.