Harken Stand-Up Toggle car 27 mm

HARKEN 27 mm Stand-Up Toggle Car: Precision Control and Effortless Sail Handling

Elevate your on-the-water performance with the HARKEN 27 mm Stand-Up Toggle Car, a pinnacle of engineering designed for sailors who demand precision, reliability, and smooth operation. As a crucial component of your traveler or genoa lead system, this car transforms sail trimming from a strenuous task into an act of finesse, allowing for minute adjustments even under significant load. Whether you are a competitive racer looking for that extra edge or a cruiser seeking enhanced safety and ease of use, this car delivers uncompromising performance in the most demanding marine environments.

The core advantage of this Harken car lies in its incredibly low-friction performance. It utilizes a multi-race system of captive ball bearings that run smoothly along the track, ensuring that adjustments to your mainsheet or genoa sheet are fluid and immediate. This design dramatically reduces the effort required to move the car, especially in heavy air when loads are at their peak. The captive bearing system also simplifies maintenance, as the bearings remain securely in place even when the car is removed from the track.

A defining feature is the integrated stand-up toggle mechanism. This smart design ensures that the attached block remains upright and correctly aligned with the sheet, preventing it from tumbling or twisting. This orientation guarantees an optimal lead angle for the line, reducing chafe and wear on your sheets while making it significantly easier to sheet in from any position in the cockpit. The toggle itself provides essential articulation, allowing the block to pivot fore-and-aft and side-to-side, accommodating changing sail shapes and sheeting angles without putting undue stress on the car or the block. This flexibility is vital for maintaining sail efficiency and prolonging the life of your equipment.

Constructed from a single, solid piece of aluminum for maximum strength and integrity, this car is built to withstand the rigors of competitive sailing and extended cruising. The entire body is protected with a Hard Lube-anodized finish, providing a durable, low-friction surface that offers superior corrosion resistance against saltwater and UV exposure. This meticulous construction ensures years of dependable service. As one of Harken´s premium trolleys, it represents an essential upgrade for any 27 mm track system, promising a noticeable improvement in sail handling and overall control.

Technical Specifications:

* For Track Ø: 27 mm
* Length: 79 mm (3 1/8 in)
* Width: 49 mm (1 15/16 in)
* Height: 49 mm (1 15/16 in)
* Weight: 213 g (7.5 oz)
* Maximum Working Load (MWL): 680 kg (1500 lb)
* Breaking Load (BL): 1361 kg (3000 lb)
* Toggle Post Ø: 8 mm (5/16 in)