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
1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK346 Triple Carbo Air Block 29 mm with Cam for Rope 8 mm is a lightweight, reliable, and affordable solution, perfect for small dinghies like the Optimist or any size boat requiring low-friction control blocks. With high working loads, it ensures safe and easy trimming, complementing the popular Harken Black Magic line. This compact 29 mm Carbo block is exceptionally strong, offering efficiency and durability with a maximum working load of 340 kg and a breaking load of 680 kg.
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€ 149,38
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK347 29 mm Triple Block with Becket, Cam Cleat is a lightweight, strong, and reliable Carbo Air block. With a compact design and high working loads, it offers safe and easy trimming, complementing the Harken Big Boat blocks. It features a sheave diameter of 29 mm, measures 85 mm in length, and weighs only 133 g. This block can handle a maximum line size of 6 mm, with a maximum working load of 408 kg and a breaking load of 816 kg.
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€ 154,11
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK348 Fixed Single Carbo Air Block 29 mm is a lightweight and durable solution for sailing, designed for ropes up to 8mm in diameter. With its compact yet strong build, it ensures safe and efficient trimming. Weighing only 223g and measuring 49mm in length, it offers impressive strength-to-weight ratio. Its maximum working load of 150kg and breaking load of 454kg guarantee reliability under pressure. The 29mm sheave minimizes friction for smoother sailing maneuvers.
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€ 20,56
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK349 Carbo stand-up block, at 29mm, accommodates ropes up to 8mm thick, with a sturdy maximum working load of 150 kg and a remarkable breaking load of 454 kg, all while weighing just 31 grams.
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€ 32,15
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken 29mm Carbo Air Cheek Block is a lightweight, strong, and reliable option for sailors, featuring a reinforced composite construction and an open air design. With a high working load, it's suitable for main, jib, and spinnaker sheets on dinghies and sport-boats, as well as control lines on boats of all sizes. Doubles and triples come with U-locks for versatile positioning.
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€ 20,33
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK352 Single Fixed Carbo Air Block 29 mm for Rope 8 mm is a lightweight, reliable, and affordable accessory. It complements the popular Harken Black Magic block line and boasts high working loads for safe trimming.
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€ 27,65
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK353 Carbo Air Double Traveller Block 29 mm is a lightweight, durable component designed for ropes up to 8mm in diameter. With its reinforced composite construction and open air block design, it offers smooth operation and high working loads, making it suitable for main, jib, and spinnaker sheets on dinghies and sport-boats, as well as control lines on vessels of any size. Featuring U-locks for secure positioning and a versatile design, this 29mm Carbo Air Double Traveller block is a reliable choice for marine enthusiasts.
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€ 42,07
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK371 29mm Carbo Air Clew Block Assembly features a reinforced composite construction and an open air block design, ensuring lightweight strength and reliability. With a high working load, it enables safe and effortless trimming for main, jib, and spinnaker sheets on various boats. Doubles and triples come equipped with U-locks for versatile positioning, while the 29mm stand-up block can function as a becket block, making it a versatile option for sailors seeking durability and performance.
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€ 45,15
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Harken HK381 Double Fixed Carbo Air Block, designed for ropes up to 8 mm in diameter. This 29 mm block, weighing just 34 grams, supports a maximum working load of 299 kg and a breaking load of 737 kg, ensuring durable and reliable performance.
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€ 54,13
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The 29mm Harken Carbo pivoting lead block, designed for lines up to 6mm, features a maximum working load of 91 kg and a breaking load of 295 kg, weighing just 90.7 grams. Equipped with the Harken 468 Cam-Matic, it offers reliable performance. These blocks serve crucial roles in halyard controls for larger keelboats and in sheeting from the boom on dinghies and beachcats, with easy upgrades thanks to consistent hole spacing and rivet sizes. The reversible cam allows for flexible cleating options.
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€ 95,49
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK396 29 mm Pivoting Lead Block Carbo-Cam Cleat is a versatile sailing component ideal for halyard controls on larger keelboats and as a crucial fixture on dinghies and beachcats. Its reversible cam enables easy up or down cleating, while compatibility with Classic models ensures straightforward upgrades. Additionally, it can function as a reliable becket block, offering added versatility to sailors.
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€ 86,51
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2163 40 mm Cheek Block Becket is a lightweight, strong, and reliable accessory for sailing. Its versatility suits sheeting systems for small boats and trimlines for larger vessels, accommodating a maximum line diameter of 10 mm. With a safe workload of 220 kg and a breaking strength of 735 kg, it ensures safe and easy trimming at just 139 grams.
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€ 49,64
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Harken HK2636 Single Carbo Air Block 40 mm, a game-changer in sailing equipment. This revolutionary product boasts 60% more strength and 30% less weight than traditional blocks, making it ideal for high-performance dinghies and small keelboats. Crafted with nylon-resin sideplates packed with long-glass fibers, it ensures a compact yet durable design. With smooth operation ensured by high-load ball bearings, it's perfect for mainsheet systems, control lines, vangs, cunninghams, and outhauls.
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€ 45,62
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2637 Carbo Air Block 40 mm Single with Becket offers enhanced strength and lighter weight, ideal for high-performance dinghies and small keelboats. Its nylon-resin sideplates are densely packed with long-glass fibers, providing a compact yet robust design. Equipped with high-load ball bearings, the sheaves ensure smooth operation with minimal friction. UV stabilization with a black additive ensures maximum protection. Suitable for various applications including main/jib sheets, mainsheet fine-tune, control lines, vangs, cunninghams, and outhauls.
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€ 53,18
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Harken 40 mm Carbo cheek block, perfect for both small boats and larger vessels. With a maximum line diameter of 10 mm, it ensures versatility and compatibility in various rigging setups. Boasting a safe workload of 220 kg and a breaking strength of 735 kg, it offers reliable performance in demanding conditions. Despite its robustness, it remains lightweight at just 34 grams, facilitating easy handling and maneuverability on deck. Elevate your boating experience with this durable and efficient solution from Harken.
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€ 44,20
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2645 Single Carbo Air Block, designed for ropes of 10 mm, is ideal for both small boat sheeting systems and larger boat trim lines. With a maximum line diameter of 6 mm, it boasts a safe workload of 68 kg and a breaking strength of 136 kg, all while weighing only 119 grams.
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€ 149,38
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2646 Carbo Air Block 40 mm Single with Cam and Becket is a high-performance block designed for use with jib and mainsheet systems on dinghies and control lines on keelboats. Its nylon-resin sideplates are packed with long-glass fibers, providing strength without added weight, while ball bearings ensure smooth operation. UV stabilization protects against environmental damage. Ideal for various applications including main/jib sheets, vangs, and outhauls.
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€ 156,95
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2649 Carbo Air Block 40 mm Single Barbehaul for Rope 10 mm offers lightweight durability, being 60% stronger and 30% lighter than classic blocks. Its nylon-resin sideplates are packed with long-glass fibers for optimal strength-to-weight ratio, while smooth spinning sheaves on high-load ball bearings ensure low-friction operation. Suitable for various applications including main/jib sheets, control lines, vangs, and cunninghams.
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€ 59,33
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2650 Single Fixed Carbo Air Block 40 mm is designed for both small boats and larger vessels, facilitating efficient sheeting systems and trimline operations. With a maximum line capacity of 10 mm, it ensures smooth functionality in various sailing scenarios. Boasting a safe workload of 220 kg and a breaking strength of 735 kg, it offers reliability and durability under pressure, all while weighing a mere 40 grams, making it a lightweight yet robust choice for sailors.
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€ 37,58
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK2652 Single Stand-Up Carbo Air Block 40 mm for Rope 10 mm enhances both small boat and large vessel performance. With a maximum line diameter of 10 mm, it seamlessly integrates into sheeting systems and trim lines, offering optimal functionality. Its safe workload of 220 kg and breaking strength of 735 kg ensure reliability in demanding maritime conditions, while its lightweight design, at just 48 grams, adds convenience without compromising strength.
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€ 50,11
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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.