Harken 46 Self-Tailing Radial Aluminum Manual Winch, 2-Speed

Experience superior sail control and efficiency with the Harken 46 Self-Tailing Radial Aluminum Manual Winch. Engineered for demanding marine applications, this 2-speed winch provides reliable performance and significantly reduces the effort required for sail trimming and raising. Its innovative radial drum design, featuring diagonal ribs, ensures maximum gripping power while minimizing line wear. Constructed from durable aluminum and equipped with high-strength stainless steel gears and composite bearings, this winch offers exceptional longevity and smooth, low-friction operation. Upgrade your sailboat with Harken's trusted technology for easier, safer sailing.

Key Benefits & Specifications:

• Effortless Single-Handed Operation: Features a self-tailing mechanism that allows one crew member to quickly and easily trim or raise sails.
• Optimized Line Control: Radial winch drum with nonabrasive diagonal ribs maximizes gripping power and significantly reduces line wear.
• Versatile Two-Speed Performance: Dual-speed operation provides a low-power first gear for fast trimming and a higher-power second gear for fine-tuning loaded sheets.
• Robust Construction: Built from durable aluminum alloy with 17-4PH stainless steel load-carrying gears and pins for strength and corrosion resistance.
• Low-Friction Efficiency: High-strength composite roller bearings and bushings reduce friction under load and do not require lubrication, ensuring smooth operation.
• Enhanced Safety: An integrated stripper arm completely covers the rotating winch top, preventing fingers and clothing from catching, and adjusts for optimal line exit.
• Flexible Line Compatibility: The spring-loaded upper jaw adjusts under line pressure, accepting a variety of line sizes (8mm/5/16in to 14mm/9/16in) and gripping evenly with or without load.
• Compact & Lightweight Design: Weighs 5.2 kg (11.5 lb), offering a weight savings of 25 to 50 percent compared to Classic Harken winches.
• Dimensions: Drum Diameter: 100mm (3-7/8in); Base Diameter: 184mm (7-1/4in); Height: 201mm (7-15/16in); Line Entry Height: 90mm (3-9/16in).
• Gear Ratios: 1st Speed: 2.30:1; 2nd Speed: 9.17:1.
• Power Ratios: 1st Speed: 11.70:1; 2nd Speed: 46.50:1.
• Mounting Specifications: Fastener Circle: 150mm (5-7/8in); Requires 5 x M8 (5/16in) socket head (SH) or hexagonal head (HH) fasteners (not included).
• Maximum Working Load (MWL): 1300 kg (2866 lb).

Recommended Pairings: For optimal performance, pair with any standard Harken winch handle.