Roll-Off Truck Cable

Replacement hoist cable for roll-off trucks — cut to length, swaged terminations, IWRC construction. Standard diameters 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8" in stock; custom lengths to order.

What this page covers

Replacement hoist cable for roll-off trucks — cut to length, swaged terminations, IWRC (independent wire rope core) construction. PRT stocks the standard diameters used across the industry (1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8") and produces custom lengths to order.

Cable spec table

Diameter	Typical breaking strength	Typical application
1/2"	~26,000 lbs	Light-duty hoists, small roll-off trucks
5/8"	~41,000 lbs	Most standard roll-off hoists
3/4"	~58,000 lbs	Heavy-duty and articulating hoists
7/8"	~79,000 lbs	Heavy-haul and specialty hoists

Always defer to the hoist manufacturer's spec for the correct diameter and length for your truck.

How to order roll-off cable

We need three pieces of information to ship the right cable:

Cable diameter (1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8")
Cable length (measured from termination to termination)
Termination type (button stop, threaded end, eye/loop, or specific OEM termination)

If you're not sure, send a photo of the existing cable with a measurement and we'll confirm.

When to replace roll-off cable

Inspect cable monthly. Replace immediately if you see any of:

Broken strandsMore than 10% of the strands broken in any one-inch section.
Severe corrosionHeavy rust or pitting along the cable length.
DistortionKinks, bird-caging, or strand distortion.
WearCable diameter reduced more than 7% from new.

Also replace per the hoist manufacturer's recommended interval, regardless of visible condition.

Brands PRT cable fits

Galbreath, Stellar, Switch-N-Go, Ampliroll, Multilift, and most other major roll-off hoist manufacturers. Send the OEM part number or hoist model and we'll confirm the cable spec.

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Frequently asked questions

What diameter roll-off cable do I need?

Cable diameter is determined by your hoist model and rated capacity. Most light-duty roll-off hoists use 1/2-inch or 5/8-inch cable; heavy-duty and articulating hoists typically use 3/4-inch or 7/8-inch cable.

How often should roll-off cable be replaced?

Inspect cable monthly for fraying, kinks, broken strands, and corrosion. Replace immediately if more than 10% of the strands in any one-inch section are broken, or per the hoist manufacturer's interval.

Are PRT roll-off cables pre-swaged?

Yes. PRT supplies cable cut to your specified length with swaged button-stop or threaded terminations ready to install.

What brands does PRT roll-off cable fit?

PRT cable assemblies fit Galbreath, Stellar, Switch-N-Go, Ampliroll, Multilift, and most major roll-off hoist manufacturers.

WINCH, RH, CURB SIDE WELD-ON, LOW-PROFILE

WINCH, RH, CURB SIDE WELD-ON, LOW-PROFILE

EJECT CYL, 3 STAGE, 28YD FL/33YD SL

Part # : T.CYL.001-7041

7/8" X 80' ROLLOFF CABLE WITH BUTTON

Part # : T.GB.7/8X80B

ARM EXENTENSION CYLINDER

Part # : T.CYL.HR4752

3" x 4" x 2" SIDE ROLLER

Part # : T.GB.521AO

SPRING LOADED ROLLER, UNIVERSAL (108")

Part # : T.PI.H7002C

ARM CYLINDER, HP, FEL (CUSHIONED)

Part # : T.CYL.001-7057