A versatile Reefit furler for mid-sized cruising yachts.
Named after the rugged, storm-swept Furneaux Group in Bass Strait, the Reefit Furneaux 160 is engineered as a heavy-duty transition unit for dedicated offshore cruising yachts up to 46 feet. This unit features a significantly enlarged lower drum housing and deep structural walls to handle the extreme torque generated by large, heavy-displacement cruising headsails up to 75 m². It is purpose-built for harsh blue-water exposure where equipment failure is not an option.
Technical Specifications
Typical Boat Length: 12.0m – 14.0m (39.3ft – 45.9ft)
Forestay Wire Size Compatibility: 10mm (3/8”)
Clevis Pin Diameter: 16mm (5/8” imperial equivalent)
Typical Sail Area: 50 – 75 m² (538 – 807 ft²)
Foil Profile: Twin-groove structural alloy (allows twin running sails)
Luff Tape Compatibility: No. 6 luff tape (standard cruising sail finish)
Bearing System: Ultra-large dual-race open Torlon® ball bearings (zero grease required)
Materials & Construction: Marine-grade anodised aluminium, 316 stainless steel, fully isolated dissimilar metals:
Warranty / Service Life: 10-Year Comprehensive Warranty / 20+ Year Expected Service Life
What’s In The Box
Every Reefit Furneaux 160 kit is shipped as a comprehensive, ready-to-assemble marine system:
Reinforced Lower Drum Unit: Offshore-spec high-load drum with open-race Torlon bearings for rapid salt clearance.
Offshore Halyard Swivel: Heavy-duty, smooth-rotating overhead slider designed to manage severe halyard side-loads.
Interlocking Foil Extrusions: Robust 2-metre aluminium twin-groove segments, pre-machined for seamless structural alignment.
Internal Joiners & Fasteners: Structural internal sleeves and a complete set of marine-grade stainless fasteners.
Sail Feeder & Top Cap: Integrated entry guides for smooth, snag-free sail hoisting and top torque protection.
DIY Installation Manual: Step-by-step illustrated guide written in plain, practical language.
What You Will Need to Supply: Your existing or new forestay wire, a standard 10mm low-stretch furling line, and deck lead blocks to route the line back to your cockpit.
⚠️ Important Sizing Note: The Furneaux 160 features an upgraded, high-capacity drum base. To verify proper clearance inside narrow bow sprits or anchor rollers, we suggest emailing bow photos to sails@reefitsystems.com.au before purchasing.
Shipping & Installation Details
Free Shipping: We include delivery to most Australian locations at no extra charge.
DIY-Friendly Design: Shipped in manageable, 2-metre boxes. Perfect for handy boat owners to assemble on the hard or directly at the marina berth without requiring specialised rigging swaging presses.
Foil Kit Ordering Rule: You must select a foil kit to match your rig. Measure your forestay length pin-to-pin and round up to the next available 2-metre increment.
Available Foil Kit Options: 10m | 12m | 14m | 16m | 18m | 20m | 22m
The Reefit Relaunch
Our First Production Batch Is Underway.
Following the devastating fire earlier this year, we are officially back on the tools.
This is our very first production run since restarting.
Demand is exceptionally high, and stock is limited.
Configure your specifications below to secure your system.
A versatile Reefit furler for mid-sized cruising yachts.
Named after the rugged, storm-swept Furneaux Group in Bass Strait, the Reefit Furneaux 160 is engineered as a heavy-duty transition unit for dedicated offshore cruising yachts up to 46 feet. This unit features a significantly enlarged lower drum housing and deep structural walls to handle the extreme torque generated by large, heavy-displacement cruising headsails up to 75 m². It is purpose-built for harsh blue-water exposure where equipment failure is not an option.
Technical Specifications
Typical Boat Length: 12.0m – 14.0m (39.3ft – 45.9ft)
Forestay Wire Size Compatibility: 10mm (3/8”)
Clevis Pin Diameter: 16mm (5/8” imperial equivalent)
Typical Sail Area: 50 – 75 m² (538 – 807 ft²)
Foil Profile: Twin-groove structural alloy (allows twin running sails)
Luff Tape Compatibility: No. 6 luff tape (standard cruising sail finish)
Bearing System: Ultra-large dual-race open Torlon® ball bearings (zero grease required)
Materials & Construction: Marine-grade anodised aluminium, 316 stainless steel, fully isolated dissimilar metals:
Warranty / Service Life: 10-Year Comprehensive Warranty / 20+ Year Expected Service Life
What’s In The Box
Every Reefit Furneaux 160 kit is shipped as a comprehensive, ready-to-assemble marine system:
Reinforced Lower Drum Unit: Offshore-spec high-load drum with open-race Torlon bearings for rapid salt clearance.
Offshore Halyard Swivel: Heavy-duty, smooth-rotating overhead slider designed to manage severe halyard side-loads.
Interlocking Foil Extrusions: Robust 2-metre aluminium twin-groove segments, pre-machined for seamless structural alignment.
Internal Joiners & Fasteners: Structural internal sleeves and a complete set of marine-grade stainless fasteners.
Sail Feeder & Top Cap: Integrated entry guides for smooth, snag-free sail hoisting and top torque protection.
DIY Installation Manual: Step-by-step illustrated guide written in plain, practical language.
What You Will Need to Supply: Your existing or new forestay wire, a standard 10mm low-stretch furling line, and deck lead blocks to route the line back to your cockpit.
⚠️ Important Sizing Note: The Furneaux 160 features an upgraded, high-capacity drum base. To verify proper clearance inside narrow bow sprits or anchor rollers, we suggest emailing bow photos to sails@reefitsystems.com.au before purchasing.
Shipping & Installation Details
Free Shipping: We include delivery to most Australian locations at no extra charge.
DIY-Friendly Design: Shipped in manageable, 2-metre boxes. Perfect for handy boat owners to assemble on the hard or directly at the marina berth without requiring specialised rigging swaging presses.
Foil Kit Ordering Rule: You must select a foil kit to match your rig. Measure your forestay length pin-to-pin and round up to the next available 2-metre increment.
Available Foil Kit Options: 10m | 12m | 14m | 16m | 18m | 20m | 22m
The Reefit Relaunch
Our First Production Batch Is Underway.
Following the devastating fire earlier this year, we are officially back on the tools.
This is our very first production run since restarting.
Demand is exceptionally high, and stock is limited.
Configure your specifications below to secure your system.
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