Which hitch uses a single point for a straight lift?

• A. Basket Hitch
• B. Three-Point Hitch
• C. Choker Hitch
• D. Vertical Hitch

Answer: (D)

For a straight lift, you want the lifting line to pull directly upward through the load’s center of gravity, so there are no sideways forces to cause tipping. The vertical hitch achieves this by attaching the line at a single point on the load, letting the pull remain vertical and balanced. When the load is centered and the attachment point aligns with the center of gravity, the lift goes straight up without creating turning moments. Other hitches use multiple contact points—like a cradle or choke around the load—that introduce angles or sideways forces and can tilt or walk the load during lifting. So for a single-point, straight lift, the vertical hitch is the appropriate choice, assuming the attachment point is secure and the rigging is rated for the load.