Wichard MXEvo Allen Head Pin 10mm – Max Rope 14mm

5,000kg Breaking Load. 1,760kg Working Load. Only 204.6g. Serious performance in an exceptionally compact friction block.

The Wichard MXEvo #11615 is designed for sailors and riggers who need to handle substantial loads while keeping their sailing hardware lightweight, compact and mechanically simple.

This model features a 10mm Allen Head Pin and accommodates ropes with a maximum diameter of 14mm.

With dimensions of just 77 x 44mm, the #11615 weighs only 204.6g, yet delivers a 1,760kg nautical Working Load and an impressive 5,000kg Breaking Load.

MXEvo – High-Performance Friction Block

The Wichard MXEvo takes a different approach from a conventional pulley block.

Instead of relying on a traditional rotating sheave and several moving components, the MXEvo uses a monobloc friction-block design.

The result is a simple, compact solution developed around the requirements of modern sailing: high mechanical strength, minimum weight, compact dimensions and reliability.

For performance sailing and high-load rigging, reducing unnecessary hardware weight while maintaining serious load capacity is a major advantage.

Allen Head Pin 10mm

The #11615 features a:

Ø10mm Allen Head Pin

The Allen Head configuration provides a compact and secure attachment that can be installed or removed with the appropriate Allen key.

Unlike the MXEvo Captive Pin version, which is convenient for applications requiring easier opening and handling, Wichard specifically designed the Allen Head Pin version for installations that are not handled frequently.

This makes the #11615 particularly attractive for semi-permanent rigging installations.

For Rope up to 14mm

The Wichard MXEvo #11615 accommodates:

Maximum Rope Diameter: 14mm

This gives the block the capacity required for larger high-performance lines while maintaining an exceptionally compact overall size.

The #11615 is the 10mm Allen Head Pin model within the MXEvo range, paired specifically with rope sizes up to 14mm.

Nautical Working Load – 1,760kg

The MXEvo #11615 is built for demanding loads.

Wichard specifies:

Working Load: 1,760kg

The Working Load value is the figure specified for nautical applications.

For a block weighing just over 200 grams, the ability to handle a 1,760kg Working Load demonstrates the impressive mechanical performance of the MXEvo design.

Breaking Load – 5,000kg

The #11615 provides an exceptional:

Breaking Load: 5,000kg

That’s 5 tonnes of Breaking Load from a friction block weighing only 204.6g.

The two figures should always be clearly distinguished:

Nautical Working Load: 1,760kg
Breaking Load: 5,000kg

The Breaking Load is not the normal permissible operating load and should not be used as a substitute for the specified Working Load.

Only 204.6g

One of the strongest reasons to choose the MXEvo is its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio.

Weight: only 204.6g

For that weight, the #11615 delivers:

1,760kg Working Load
5,000kg Breaking Load

This combination is particularly valuable for performance and racing yachts, where reducing weight in deck and rigging hardware can be important without compromising the required strength.

Compact 77 x 44mm Construction

The overall dimensions are:

Length: 77mm

Width: 44mm

Combined with a weight of only 204.6g, the #11615 can be integrated into compact rigging configurations without introducing unnecessary bulk.

Its detailed dimensions are Ø10mm, A 22mm, B 22mm and ØC 11mm.

Designed for Mast-Foot Fairleads

One of the applications specifically identified by Wichard for the Allen Head Pin MXEvo is:

Mast-Foot Fairleads

At the mast foot, rigging hardware needs to combine high load capacity with compact dimensions.

The #11615 is especially well suited to this type of installation because its Allen Head Pin provides a secure attachment for applications where the block does not need to be constantly removed or repositioned.

Designed for Running Backstays

Wichard also specifically identifies:

Running Backstays

as an application for the Allen Head Pin MXEvo range.

Running backstay systems can involve substantial loads, making hardware strength and reliability essential.

With a 1,760kg Working Load and 5,000kg Breaking Load, the #11615 offers serious mechanical capacity while adding only 204.6g to the rigging system.

Ideal When Frequent Removal Isn’t Required

The Allen Head Pin version has a clear purpose.

Wichard specifies it for:

• Mast-foot fairleads
• Running backstays
• Other applications that are not handled frequently

This makes the #11615 particularly suitable for installations where the friction block is expected to remain securely fitted rather than being opened and moved regularly.

Allen Head Pin vs Captive Pin

Choosing between the MXEvo Allen Head Pin and Captive Pin versions depends largely on how the block will be used.

The Allen Head Pin #11615 is optimized for more permanent or infrequently handled installations. It offers a secure and compact connection using an Allen key.

The Captive Pin version #11605, also sized for rope up to 14mm, is designed differently and carries different load ratings. Therefore, the load specifications of the two versions should not be confused. The Allen Head #11615 is rated at 1,760kg Working Load / 5,000kg Breaking Load, while Wichard lists higher figures for the corresponding captive-pin model.

Why Choose the Wichard MXEvo Allen Head Pin 10mm?

The #11615 is a strong choice when high load capacity, low weight and a compact fixed-style connection are priorities:

• Genuine Wichard MXEvo
• Wichard Part Number 11615
• High-performance friction block
• Allen Head Pin 10mm
• Maximum rope diameter 14mm
• Nautical Working Load 1,760kg
• Breaking Load 5,000kg
• Weight only 204.6g
• Length 77mm
• Width 44mm
• Compact monobloc design
• Excellent strength-to-weight ratio
• Designed for demanding loads
• Specifically designed for mast-foot fairleads
• Suitable for running backstays
• Ideal for applications not requiring frequent removal
• Excellent choice for performance sailing and modern yacht rigging

Technical Specifications