How to Put Chains on Tires

Step-by-Step Tire Chain Installation Guide

1. Lay the chains out flat. Make sure there are no twists and that hooks/fasteners face outward. ( watch ladder-chain setup (tractor/ATV) )
2. Drape the chains over the tire. Grab the midpoint and center the chains over the tread. ( watch truck tire chain install )
3. Connect the inside fastener first. Reach behind the tire and secure the inner hook/link. ( watch cable chain connection (truck/SUV) )
4. Connect the outside fastener. Pull the chain tight across the tread and secure the outer link. ( watch diagonal cable chain install )
5. Use tensioners. Add adjusters to remove slack and keep chains centered. [ tire chain tensioners & adjusters | watch spring tensioner demo (large tractors) ]
6. Drive forward 10–15 feet, then re-check. Re-tighten if needed. Extra tail is normal — shorten for a custom fit. ( watch how to shorten chains )

Shop by Chain Style

• Ladder tractor tire chains — classic forward-traction pattern.
• Duo-ladder tractor tire chains — added coverage for deep lugs.
• Diamond tire chains (cars/SUVs/trucks) — smoother ride & lateral grip.
• Diamond tractor tire chains — criss-cross net pattern for control.