Attwood 8-Inch Fold-Down Dock Cleat, White, Model 12049-4

The Attwood 12049-4 is an 8-inch fold-down dock cleat finished in white, built for tying off small boats and watercraft at the dock. Unlike a fixed, upright cleat, this design folds flat against the mounting surface when it is not in use and flips back up when it is time to tie off, keeping the cleat clear of foot traffic. Its low-profile shape reduces the trip hazard that comes with taller, stationary dock cleats, making it a practical choice for gunwales, swim platforms, docks, and other high-traffic areas where a permanently upright cleat would be in the way.

The cleat measures 7.05 x 6.78 x 2.7 inches overall with an 8-inch cleat length, and weighs 1.19 pounds. It installs with a panel-mount setup using two 3/8-inch carriage bolts; mounting hardware is not included, so bolts should be purchased separately to match the thickness of the mounting surface. The cleat ships as a standalone unit in white, ready to bolt onto the dock or boat.

Specifications

• Brand: Attwood
• Manufacturer Part Number: 12049-4
• Product Type: Fold-Down Cleat
• Color: White
• Material: Plastic
• Cleat Length: 8 inches
• Item Dimensions: 7.05 x 6.78 x 2.7 inches
• Weight: 1.19 pounds
• Mounting Type: Panel mount
• Mounting Hardware: 2 x 3/8-inch carriage bolts (not included)
• UPC: 022697120496

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Attwood 12049-4 dock cleat made of? The Attwood 12049-4 is a plastic fold-down cleat finished in white.

What size is the Attwood 12049-4 cleat? It has an 8-inch cleat length, with overall dimensions of 7.05 x 6.78 x 2.7 inches.

Does the 12049-4 cleat come with mounting bolts? No. It installs with two 3/8-inch carriage bolts, which are not included and must be purchased separately.

How much does this cleat weigh? The Attwood 12049-4 weighs 1.19 pounds.

How is a fold-down cleat different from a fixed dock cleat? A fold-down cleat like the 12049-4 lies flat against the dock or gunwale when not in use and flips upright to tie off a line, while a fixed cleat stands upright permanently.

What color is the Attwood 12049-4 cleat? This cleat is finished in white.

How is the 12049-4 cleat installed? It uses a panel-mount installation with two 3/8-inch carriage bolts driven through the mounting surface.

Is the low-profile design useful for anything besides looks? Yes, folding the 12049-4 cleat flat when it is not tied off keeps it clear of foot traffic and reduces the trip hazard posed by taller, upright dock cleats.

What size boats is the Attwood 12049-4 cleat meant for? It is sized for small boats and watercraft that need a compact, occasional-use tie-off point at the dock.

What is included when I order the 12049-4 cleat? The order includes the Attwood 12049-4 fold-down cleat itself; mounting bolts are not included.