Harken Custom Newsletter
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MAY 2008
Harken High-load Snatch Blocks

HIGH-LOAD SNATCH BLOCKS—ULC BEARING TECHNOLOGY

Our new line of High-Load Snatch Blocks is flying off the shelf. Thanks to Teflon®-impregnated ULC (Ultra Light Composite) bearing technology, the sheaves are highly efficient and turn smoothly. Lightweight Loop attachments, opening sideplates and ease of operation allow crew to quickly fasten them wherever needed. Product Brochure


Harken Switch T-TrackSWITCH T-TRACK BATTCAR SYSTEMS—INNOVATIVE REFINEMENT

Harken switch systems cut stack height in half by dropping mainsail cars alternately onto port and starboard storage tracks. In an innovative refinement to this award-winning design, we have added a spherical becket on the headboard car that allows the car to articulate and pass through the switch. This further lowers stack height and protects the headboard from damage. Available for boats 40 ft (12 m) and up. Mainsail and trysail versions offered in black or silver. The 50 mm system must be custom ordered. Product Brochure


Harken B1135 WinchB1135 WINCH—PEDESTAL, ELECTRIC, HYDRAULIC DRIVES

Harken has designed this wide-body winch for use on megayachts and Grand Prix racers 90 ft (27 m) and up. The wide-diameter drum allows sheets to be held securely under high loads. The direct 1:1 drive promotes high-speed line retrieval when sheeting. The B1135 comes in pedestal, electric and hydraulic drives, and in self-tailing and top cleat configurations. Product Brochure


New Project List

Endeavor II—Gerard Dijkstra & Partners, 135.5 ft (41.3 m), America’s Cup J Boat, Royal Huisman Shipyard, Netherlands

Atlantic—William Gardner, 227 ft (69.24 m), three-masted schooner, Van der Graaf Shipyard, Netherlands

Nazenin V— Sparkman & Stephens, 171 ft (52 m) BN 70, RMK Marine, Turkey

Gweilo— Gerard Dijkstra & Partners, 42 m (138 ft), two-masted schooner, Mengi- Yay Shipyard, Turkey

Nautor’s Swan—German Frers, racer/cruisers, Oy Nautor Ab, Finland

Lady B—Dubois 44 m—Dubois, racer/cruiser-Vitters Shipyard, Netherlands


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Harken Megayacht BlockMEGAYACHT BLOCK LINE—ALUMINUM & STAINLESS STEEL

Our new megayacht block line will come in two material options: Hardkote-anodized 6061-T6 aluminum and hand-polished stainless steel (available in October). Swivel block, teardrop block, stand-up block and single and double footblock configurations. Aluminum blocks are in stock and ready for delivery. Product Brochure


Harken TTR BlockTTR BLOCKS—EFFICIENCY AND SPEED

TTR (Titanium Roller) AirBlock® are 98% efficient, increasing trimming speed and harnessing power that other blocks lose to friction. Developed for the 2007 America’s Cup These lightweight bearing blocks are the first choice on Volvo Open 70s and Grand Prix yachts like Puma, Movistar, Ericsson, and Numbers. Product Brochure


SalpertonSALPERTON—A 44-METRE FAST CRUISING YACHT

Barry Houghton wanted his sleek cruising sloop Salperton to combine the luxury of a contemporary home with the performance of an elegant race boat. He exceeds these goals in style with his latest megayacht.
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