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Yes, it works but pretty unrealistic... note that he was on nice solid level ground so minimal resistance and load
1. I carry a fair amount of recovery gear but I dont carry 4 snatch blocks, 3 tree trunk protectors and enough cable and shackles (at least 5) to do the rigging.
2. If you have mates with you to lend the gear then why don't you simplify the issue and get them to pull you out... even if they are in front of you and need to pull you backwards it is a simple matter of a redirect from that back tree using 1/4 the gear
3. The losses thru the double redirect to connect to the mechanical advantage (M.A.) rig at the rear of the Truck and strain on the whole rig mean you need at least a 3:1 M.A. on the rear of the truck if it is bogged even a little bit this means even more Snatch blocks or carrying double snatch blocks
4. The odds of getting stuck with the trees or rocks or other anchors in appropriate places to rig the pull are about as good as winning Lotto.
As Plasnart says... a hand winch (or even a Hi lift jack) is a waaaay more practical solution