Harken Performa 40 Two-Speed Self-Tailing Winch (40.2STP)
- Brand:
- Harken
- Part no:
- 40.2STP
Image: Fisheries Supply
Where to buy
Specifications
- Size
- 40
- Speeds
- 2
- Self-tailing
- Yes
- Gear ratio
- 2.13:1/6.28:1
Manuals
- Installation instructions (HTML)manualmachine.com
The Harken Performa 40 is a two-speed self-tailing winch with an aluminum drum, taking line from 5/16 to 1/2 inch. The drum is sandblasted and ribbed, a pairing aimed at extra grip, and the spring-loaded upper jaw moves under line pressure to take a range of line sizes. Composite roller and thrust bearings cut friction when loaded. The gears, pins and pawls that carry the load are 17-4 PH stainless steel, which needs routine maintenance in saltwater, so plan a service schedule.
Our take
The spring-loaded upper jaw on this self-tailing winch adjusts under line pressure, so one winch copes with a spread of line sizes within its 5/16 to 1/2 inch range. The 17-4 PH internals do need routine saltwater maintenance.
From our buying guide
A winch's size number sits close to its top power ratio, though not exactly, and first-gear ratios vary more between brands. Each maker publishes its own sizing chart, so use the chart from the maker you're buying.
Check before you buy:
- It fits your existing holes, since same-size winches from different makers need not share a bolt circle.
- The self-tailing jaws take your rope, since they have a range.
- You have the right bolts. Harken does not supply them, and the makers disagree about countersunk heads.
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