Specifically designed to stretch under load for maximum performance, an ARB snatch strap is a very effective method of extracting a bogged or immobilised 4WD when a second vehicle is present. ARB snatch straps are elastic, the benefits of which are twofold. Firstly, the kinetic energy generated by the elasticity actually aids the recovery itself, and secondly, the elasticity greatly reduces the likelihood of vehicle damage during recovery. The weight of each 4x4 and the weighted force of whatever caused the immobilisation puts enormous strain on the points where the strap is attached, and without some elasticity, there is a substantial risk of damaging the vehicle.