Camco Retractable Transom Tie Down Straps 1" x 5.5' Bolt-On Mount, 1,500 lb Break Strength, Black

The Camco Retractable Transom Tie Down Straps are a bolt-on, retractable 1" x 5.5' ratcheting system built to secure your boat on a trailer with 1,500 lb break strength.

When towing a boat, reliable transom tie downs reduce movement and protect both boat and trailer. These Camco straps combine a space-saving retractable housing with a bolt-on mounting base and a straightforward ratcheting action, offering a tidy, durable solution for weekend boaters and professional haulers alike. Materials resist corrosion, and the compact design keeps straps from flapping or snagging during transport.

How do these straps install on a trailer?

Installation is direct: the unit is designed for bolt-on mounting to your trailer frame or crossmember. Position the housing where it aligns with the boat’s transom points, secure with hardware, and route the strap to the attachment point. Basic hand tools are all you need for fitting.

• Bolt-on base for firm attachment to trailer steel
• Compact housing reduces exposure to road debris
• Aligns with common transom tie-down anchor locations
• Installation requires only standard wrenches and bolts

What strength and dimensions should I expect?

The strap width and length suit most small-to-medium boats and trailers: 1 inch wide and 5.5 feet long when fully extended. Camco rates the assembly at 1,500 pounds break strength and approximately 500 pounds working load, giving a margin for typical towing loads and occasional shock.

• Strap size: 1" wide x 5.5' long
• Break strength: 1,500 lb; recommended working strength: 500 lb
• Sturdy webbing resists abrasion during regular use
• Retractable design prevents slack and tangles

How does the retracting and ratcheting mechanism help during travel?

The retractable spool keeps webbing snug inside a protective housing to avoid dragging or whipping, while the ratchet locks tension in place for secure hauling. That combination speeds set-up and take-down and reduces wear on the strap compared with loose tie-downs flapping on the road.

• Interior spool neatly stores excess strap
• Ratcheting mechanism provides incremental tension control
• Housing shields strap from UV and road grime
• Quick release for easy unloading at the ramp

Who is this for? These Camco retractable transom tie down straps are intended for boat owners, marina workers, and trailer operators who want a compact, durable, and easy-to-use transom restraint. They’re particularly useful if you regularly trailer boats and prefer hardware that stays tidy and ready on the trailer rather than loose straps. If you tow larger vessels or need higher working loads, pair these with additional tie-down points or consult load-rating requirements for your rig.