Overview of Chrome, 2.3:1 1st Gear Ratio, 16:1 1st Power Ratio, 2-3/4" Drum dia., 4-3/4" Base dia., 5-9/16" Height.
More bearings and pawls combined with Italian styling—better form and
function
Harken’s precision winches are extremely reliable and exceptionally
efficient. They stand up to the rigors of ocean racing, but will serve you well
wherever you sail. They feature more bearings than comparable winches and have
wide diameter spindles to minimize friction, which makes sailing easier, safer
and more fun. Built to very fine tolerances, these winches feature large roller
bearings on most gears and drive shafts.
Use single-speed winches for sheets on small boats and for halyards on medium
and large boats. They also perform a variety of control functions on many boats.
Use small two-speed winches for sheets and halyards on boats of all sizes.
Materials and Construction
High-load carrying gears and caged roller bearings are made of 17-4 PH
stainless for maximum strength, durability and efficiency. Winches as small as
the 48 have roller bearings in every gear. Larger winches use two gears to drive
drums, which reduces the load on the drum gear and loads the drum symmetrically
to improve efficiency. Pawls are held captive by the springs. They're easy to
remove but won’t drop out accidentally. Drums can be removed for service by
removing a single screw.
Self-Tailing Models
Harken’s unique composite self-tailing mechanism of long-glass fiber is designed
to grip securely, yet is easy on your sheets. The jaws of the self-tailing
device automatically adjust under line pressure to fit lines of different
diameters. The arm is adjustable to 22 positions after the winch is mounted,
which assures correct line lead into your cockpit.
Styles
Winch drums are offered in black Hardkote anodized aluminum (A) and chromed
bronze (C). Bronze winches are available through Special Order.
Warranty
Harken warrants its winches against defects in materials and workmanship for
three years from date of purchase.
- Bearings: Stainless roller bearings in high strength plastic cages.
- Type: Manual
- Warranty: Three years