Barton Marine launches outboard motor sling

British deck equipment manufacturer Barton Marine has launched a new outboard motor sling, alongside the market premieres of the Tuphblox Tufnol range and Carbon Fibre Tiller Extension series, which were on display at the recent Southampton International Boat Show 2023.

Removing and installing an outboard motor from a dinghy or tender while afloat can be a notoriously stressful activity for boaters to undertake. The ever-present risk of a slip can mean the total loss of a valuable engine and a tricky explanation to the insurer.

Barton says its new outboard sling removes the stress, allowing the outboard motor to balance evenly in the sling and allowing fore and aft movement to enable alignment with transoms and outboard pads wherever the engine is installed or stored.

The firm says the new outboard sling is easy to install. An adjustable front strap is fitted to the motor’s mounting bracket when the sling is first used and does not need to be removed. The strong woven sling is then attached to the front strap with two carabiners and hooked under the back of the engine.

It is said to be suitable for engines ranging from 2-15 hp with durable stainless steel and UV-stabilised fittings. The sling is perfectly paired with the Barton Skylock Block on a Davit to safely lift and hold an engine in a variety of situations.

The Barton outboard sling has an RRP of £44.50.

At the show, Barton Marine also showcased its new range of colourful carbon fibre tiller extensions, suitable for a huge number of dinghy classes, and Tuphblox, Barton Marine’s range of Tufnol Blocks, which are being reintroduced after several decades off the market.