Harken Blocks are essential components for sailboats, designed to handle loaded control lines with efficiency and precision. These boat blocks, including small boat blocks and ratchet blocks, come in various configurations to suit different sailing nee
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Harken HK2159 Block T2 Soft-Attach Ratchamatic 40mm, a lightweight yet high-strength block featuring innovative styling and a soft-attachment system. Its composite fiber-reinforced sideplates and hardcoat-anodized Aluminium sheave ensure durability while keeping weight to a minimum. With seamless transitions between free-running and ratchet mode, this block is ideal for mainsheet and spinnaker systems on beachcats, dinghies, and sportboats. Included is a length of Spectra line with a polyester cover for added versatility. Max working load: 136kgs, Max rope size: 10mm.
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€ 88,16
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2160 Block T2 Soft-Attach Ratchamatic 57mm is an innovative addition to the T2 line, featuring composite fiber-reinforced sideplates and a lightweight soft-attach system. Its patent-pending design allows for seamless transitions between free-running and ratcheting modes, making it ideal for mainsheet and spinnaker systems on various watercraft. With clear directional markers and included Spectra line, it offers reliability and ease of use for sailors seeking optimal performance.
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€ 106,84
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken narrow head soft-attach fly block offers exceptional strength and minimal bulk, ideal for secure deck placement in various applications. Engineered with stainless steel ball bearings and fiber-reinforced side-plates, it ensures durability and smooth operation. With a length of 28mm and weighing just 7.2g, it can handle lines up to 5mm with a maximum working load of 125kg and a breaking load of 450kg. Perfect for foiling dinghies, sport boats, and high-performance racing vessels.
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€ 31,44
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken 40mm 2162 Carbo T2 Soft-Attach Traveller Block boasts composite sheaves spinning freely on Delrin ball bearings, providing lightweight performance. Ideal for various sailing systems, it can be lashed, spliced, or threaded through the load bearing center, reducing sideplate loads and ensuring safety. With a breaking load of 450kg, it's perfect for applications like traveler controls, mainsheets, and vangs, while its UV-stabilized construction ensures durability against sun and salt.
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€ 85,80
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2698 Block Fly block 18mm is a lightweight yet robust sailing block designed for high-tech lines, boasting stainless steel ball bearings and fibre-reinforced side-plates. With a maximum working load of 125kg and a breaking load of 450kg, it's ideal for use on foiling dinghies, sport boats, and in vang cascades and backstay systems on Grand-Prix racers.
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€ 31,44
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2146 Block T2 Soft-Attach 29 mm is a groundbreaking all-composite innovation, free from metal shackles or rivets to prevent corrosion. It's the lightest soft-attach block in Harken's range, ensuring minimal friction with its soft attachments. The T2 Loop simplifies installation without the need for knots or splices, while the T2 variant offers versatility with its included length of line. With a max working load of 150kgs and a max rope size of 8mm, it guarantees reliable performance in various applications.
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€ 34,51
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2149 40mm Carbo T2 Soft Attach Block is a groundbreaking innovation, designed without metal shackles or rivets, ideal for various systems such as traveller controls, mainsheets, vangs, cascades, and bridles. Its unique design allows for easy tying, splicing, or lashing to any structure, accompanied by a Spectra line. With dimensions of 57mm in length and weighing only 25g, it can handle a maximum working load of 220kg and a breaking load of 544kg, featuring a 40mm sheave for smooth operation.
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€ 52
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken 57mm Carbo T2 Soft Attach Block is a lightweight yet sturdy solution for lines up to 11mm, weighing only 57 grams. With a maximum working load of 359 kg and a breaking load of 1080 kg, it's ideal for main sheets, jib sheets, and various other sailing systems requiring small, reliable blocks.
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€ 65
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2158 18 mm Carbo T2 Double Block is a lightweight yet robust solution, featuring composite line guides for proper alignment and stainless steel components for high working load. Perfect for various applications including foiling dinghies and Grand-Prix racers, it offers durability with a maximum working load of 204kg (450lb) and a breaking load of 680kg (1500 lb).
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€ 54,13
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2147 Double Block 29 mm Carbo T2, featuring innovative composite line guides and sheaves, offers unparalleled performance and versatility. With its lightweight design and ability to handle various tying, splicing, or lashing applications, this block is ideal for traveler controls, mainsheets, vangs, and other systems requiring small, lightweight blocks. It comes with a length of Spectra line and can handle a maximum working load of 272 kg, making it a reliable choice for a wide range of sailing needs.
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€ 59,56
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The T2 Soft-Attach Carbo block by Harken is a high-strength composite block with no metal parts, making it lightweight and durable. Available in loop or line styles, it reduces load on sideplates and minimizes friction. The composite sheave spins smoothly on ball bearings, while UV-stabilized components ensure longevity. With options like the T2 Loop for easy connection and the versatile T2 block for various applications, it offers reliability and efficiency for sailing needs.
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€ 86,51
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2153 Double Block 57 mm T2 Soft-Attach is a lightweight and durable option for various sailing systems, weighing just 107.5 grams. With a maximum working load of 490 kg and a breaking load of 1451 kg, it ensures reliability. The T2 design routes the attachment line through the block head and sheave, reducing sideplate loads and providing a safety backup. Ideal for traveler controls, mainsheets, vangs, and other applications requiring small, lightweight blocks.
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€ 121,96
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2148 Block T2 Soft-Attach With Loop 40 mm, featuring high-strength composite construction, is a versatile option for various applications such as traveler controls, mainsheets, vangs, cascades, and bridles. Its innovative T2 Loop system ensures a secure connection without the need for metal shackles or rivets.
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€ 58,15
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken 57 mm Carbo T2 Loop Block, weighing just 59 grams, is designed for lines up to 11 mm thick, boasting a maximum working load of 359 kg and a breaking load of 1080 kg. Its T2 Loop system ensures a secure connection, while a SK75 Dyneema fiber loop is provided for added versatility.
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€ 72,80
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK340 Carbo Air Block is designed for ropes up to 8mm, with a maximum working load of 150 kg and a breaking load of 454 kg. It weighs just 26 grams, providing durability without adding excessive weight.
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€ 35,93
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Harken HK341 29mm Carbo Swivel Block With Becket, a lightweight and durable solution for smooth sailing. With its reinforced composite construction and open air block design, it ensures low friction and high reliability, offering a maximum breaking load of 1000lb. Perfect for various applications including main, jib, and spinnaker sheets on dinghies and sport-boats, as well as control lines on boats of all sizes.
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€ 41,60
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The 29 mm Harken Carbo double block handles lines up to 8 mm with a max. working load of 299 kg and a breaking load of 737 kg, all while weighing only 51 grams. Additionally, the low-friction Carbo Air blocks provide lightweight, strong, and cost-effective solutions.
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€ 64,76
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK343 Carbo Air Double Block with Becket, suitable for ropes up to 8mm, offers a 29 mm size with a maximum working load of 299 kg and a breaking strength of 737 kg, all in a lightweight design of just 54 grams. Harken's Carbo Air blocks deliver low-friction performance, ensuring reliability and affordability for your rigging requirements.
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€ 70,44
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK344 Carbo Air Triple Block, suitable for ropes up to 8mm thick, boasts a 29mm size, a maximum working load of 449 kg, and a breaking load of 907 kg, all in a lightweight design of just 74 grams. This block is equipped with low-friction Carbo Air technology, ensuring reliability and affordability.
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€ 85,09
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK345 Carbo Air Triple Block, featuring a swivel shackle and becket, offers lightweight, strong, and affordable solutions for sailing enthusiasts. It accompanies the renowned Harken Black Magic block line, boasting high working loads for safe and effortless trimming experiences. With a 29 mm sheave, 85 mm length, and weighing 77 g, it ensures reliable performance on the water.
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€ 90,76
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What are the key features of a Harken Element Block and how is it used in sailing?
Harken Element Blocks are designed with durability and performance in mind, featuring a combination of aluminum side plates and composite sheaves. These blocks are ideal for a variety of sailing applications, from halyards to control lines. Their bearing system ensures smooth operation under both high and low loads, making them suitable for fast trim and release. Available in various configurations such as single block, fiddle block, and snatch block, they cater to the diverse needs of sailors.
The 16mm Micro Block is perfect for light load applications on small sailboats, while the 75mm Carbo Block is better suited for handling larger loads on bigger boats. Harken’s selection of blocks, including the Element Fiddle and Carbo Fiddle Block, are considered some of the best in the industry, providing reliable performance for both cruising and racing scenarios.
How does a fiddle block differ from a single block in terms of functionality
A fiddle block differs from a single block in that it has two sheaves, allowing it to manage more complex rigging setups and offer greater mechanical advantage. This makes it ideal for applications where precise trimming and efficient release under high or low loads are required. Fiddle blocks, like the 16 mm and bullet blocks in Harken's selection of sailboat blocks, are essential for leading control lines aft and ensuring smooth operation in various sailing conditions.
How does a micro block differ from a standard block in terms of usage on a sailboat?
A micro block differs from a standard block in terms of size and weight, making it ideal for applications where space and weight savings are crucial. Classic blocks, such as those in the selection of Harken blocks, include micro blocks designed for smooth and efficient trim and release under high loads. These compact blocks, like the triple carbo, are made with high-quality materials to ensure durability and performance, making them some of the best blocks available in Harken hardware.