Overview
Harken® ball bearing traveler cars with multipart purchases allow easy adjustment of loaded sails from the cockpit. T2705B and T2705B.HL lightweight soft-attachment cars provide a variet of rigging solutions—athwartship jib or mainsheet systems, for example. Lash Carbo T2™ blocks to the car for traveler control.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Breaking load (kg) | 2268 kg |
| Breaking load (lb) | 5000 lb |
| Height (in) | 1 1/2 in |
| Height (mm) | 38 mm |
| Length (in) | 4 1/4 in |
| Length (mm) | 108 mm |
| Maximum working load (kg) | 816 kg |
| Maximum working load (lb) | 1800 lb |
| Minimum curved track radius (ft) | 8 ft |
| Minimum curved track radius (m) | 2.44 m |
| Weight (g) | 285 g |
| Weight (oz) | 10.06 oz |
| Width (in) | 2 3/4 in |
| Width (mm) | 70 mm |
FAQs
Position the car at the end of the track and gently roll on. Make sure you are using CB track with retaining clips installed.
Harken high-beam track can handle unsupported spans, but span capacity depends on the car load and car length.
The one-piece car body is machined from 6061-T6 aluminum for strength and durability.
Harken stand-up toggles fit specific blocks; for mainsheet block compatibility, check 4501 instructions as noted in the manual.
CB cars fit CB track with grooves at the waist to accept retaining clips first supplied by Harken in 2002.
CB+ cars can convert to run on old-style, non-CB track. See full instructions in the manual.
To attach loops or straps, remove stop screws and push stand-up toggle attachment post out. Use blue Loctite on screws.
Frequently inspect shackles and control block fittings for signs of fatigue. Replace as necessary.
Do not use spray lubricants. Use 1-2 drops of McLube OneDrop or light machine oil. Too much oil attracts dirt.
Track should be cleaned with detergent and water. Avoid some teak cleaners and caustic solutions to prevent discoloration.
Position car on edge and gently push one ball at a time from center of retaining clip. Do not remove retaining clip from car.
Remove stop screws, push out the stand-up toggle attachment post, fit the loop or strap, and reassemble with blue Loctite on screws.
Contact the SailRACE team — as certified marine experts we’re happy to help with product selection, installation and after-sales servicing, before and after your purchase.
