Harken 0 ESP Leg Kit

HARKEN 0 ESP Leg Kit - Short

Category: Boats and equipment
Subcategory: Fitting

Optimize your sailboat´s performance and aesthetics with the HARKEN 0 ESP Short Leg Kit. Designed specifically for the renowned Harken ESP Unit 0 furling system, this essential fitting allows you to achieve a lower, more efficient sail profile. By reducing the distance between the furler drum and the deck, you can maximize your sail´s luff length, enhance its aerodynamic shape, and gain a tangible edge in performance. This upgrade is ideal for discerning cruisers and club racers who demand precision, reliability, and a clean, modern look for their vessel.

The HARKEN 0 ESP Leg Kit is engineered to integrate seamlessly with your existing furler, providing a factory-quality fit and finish. Moving the sail tack lower improves visibility under the genoa and contributes to a lower center of effort, enhancing stability and control. Trust in the Harken legacy of building robust, dependable hardware that stands up to the harshest marine conditions.

Key Benefits:

* Enhanced Sail Performance: Lowering the furler drum increases the available luff length, allowing for a larger, more powerful sail. This optimization improves airflow and sail shape, resulting in better upwind performance and more efficient sailing across all points.
* Sleek, Low-Profile Aesthetics: Achieve the clean, professional look of a racing boat. A sail set closer to the deck reduces clutter, minimizes windage, and gives your boat a modern, streamlined appearance.
* Improved Visibility & Handling: A lower tack position significantly improves the skipper´s field of view under the headsail, making it easier to spot telltales, waves, and other vessels for a safer and more enjoyable experience.
* Proven Harken Reliability: Built with the quality and durability synonymous with the Harken brand, this leg kit is engineered to provide years of flawless service in the demanding marine environment.

Main Features:

* Precision engineered for a perfect fit with the HARKEN ESP Unit 0 furling system.
* Enables significant adjustment of the furler drum height for sail plan optimization.
* Designed for a specific, robust rigging configuration to ensure structural integrity.
* Facilitates a lower sail tack placement for performance and aesthetic gains.
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A short leg kit adjusts the drum height.

Choose the short leg extension kit when the furler attaches directly to a marine eye at the bottom of the stay.

Short legs allow the sail to be closer to the deck.

Use without turnbuckle.
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Sets

This product is supplied as a complete set, containing the necessary short leg components and associated hardware to convert your standard Harken ESP Unit 0 furler. It provides everything required for a direct and secure installation, ensuring a professional and reliable upgrade to your furling system.

Technical Specifications
* Compatibility: Harken ESP Unit 0 Furling Systems
* Application: Direct attachment to a marine eye (no turnbuckle)
* Clevis pin Ø (mm): 7.9 mm