Self Steering Gears

We produce a concise range of self-steering wind vanes, from one of the lightest models on the market to the strongest and most powerful, the S 600. The S 600 functions both as a self-steering system and as an emergency rudder. All of them are simple, robust, and reliable self-steering gears.

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Servo-pendulum wind vanes

Self-steering windvane South Atlantic — built for gale-force conditions.

Servo-pendulum wind vanes uses the wind and the power of the water flowing past the boat as it moves. It steers the boat using the main rudder — fast and effective!
Auxiliary rudder Self...

The FH450 serves two essential functions.

The Fh450 is a self-steering windvane system — a fully independent mechanical solution that operates without electricity. It uses the wind to steer the boat, making it simple to handle and highly dependable. With no control lines leading into the cockpit, it keeps the setup clean and uncluttered, while delivering efficient performance on all points of sail and in all weather conditions. As an auxiliary-rudder windvane system, it drives its own dedicated rudder through a strong and refined linkage.

The FH450 also serves as a complete emergency steering system. Thanks to its independent rudder and steering mechanism, it provides a reliable backup in case of main steering failure. It stands among the most robust emergency steering solutions available. Being permanently installed, it requires no deployment or assembly in critical situations—offering sailors confidence and peace of mind if the primary rudder or steering system is lost, whether offshore or near the coast.
Auxiliary Servo Rudder...
S 500 & S 600: Advanced Servo-Assisted Auxiliary Rudder System

The S 500 & S 600 represents the pinnacle of mechanical self-steering technology. By combining a high-sensitivity wind vane with a servo-assisted auxiliary rudder, it delivers a powerful, autonomous steering solution that operates entirely independent of onboard electronics.
- Mechanical Autonomy: Harnesses natural wind and water energy, drastically reducing power consumption and wear on electronic autopilots.
- Redundancy & Safety: The auxiliary rudder doubles as a robust emergency steering system, providing a critical backup in the event of main rudder failure.
- Superior Stability: By utilizing two lifting surfaces (main and auxiliary rudders), the boat achieves enhanced directional stability, especially in heavy following seas.
- Solo & Offshore Capability: Engineered for long-passage reliability, making it the preferred choice for shorthanded crews and circumnavigators.