Bennett Marine SLT6 6" x 8" Self-Leveling Trim Tab System for Boats Up to 16 Feet

The Bennett Marine SLT6 is a complete self-leveling trim tab system built for smaller boats that need an affordable, simple way to improve ride and performance. The kit pairs two 14-gauge stainless steel trim tabs, sized 6 inches wide by 8 inches deep, with two composite actuators, all connected through Bennett's exclusive interlocking hinge design. Unlike manually adjusted trim tabs, the SLT6 reacts automatically to boat speed and water pressure: the actuators hold the tabs down at slower speeds to help the stern rise, then let water pressure lift the tabs as the boat comes up to speed, adjusting trim continuously without any driver input.

Installation requires no work inside the boat. Only the two actuators and two tabs need to be mounted at the transom, and the job typically takes less than an hour for a DIYer or marine technician. All mounting hardware included in the kit is stainless steel, with no plastic components. The Bennett SLT6 is recommended for boats up to 16 feet, including ribs, skiffs, and runabouts, where it helps the boat get on plane faster, improves fuel efficiency, reduces pounding and engine laboring, and helps eliminate porpoising and chine walking. The system is backed by a 5-year limited warranty on all components.

Specifications

• Brand: Bennett Marine
• Manufacturer Part Number: 6BT501095100
• Model: SLT6
• Type: Self-Leveling Trim Tab Kit
• Tab Size: 6 inches wide by 8 inches deep
• Recommended Boat Length: Up to 16 feet
• Trim Tab Gauge: 14-gauge stainless steel
• Actuator Type: Composite
• Hardware: Stainless steel, no plastic
• Hinge: Bennett exclusive interlocking hinge
• Kit Includes: 2 trim tabs, 2 actuators, stainless steel mounting hardware
• Warranty: 5-year limited warranty
• Weight: 7 pounds
• UPC: 666285146705

Frequently Asked Questions

What size trim tabs come with the Bennett SLT6 Self-Leveling Trim Tab System? The Bennett SLT6 kit includes two 14-gauge stainless steel trim tabs measuring 6 inches wide by 8 inches deep.

What boats is the Bennett SLT6 recommended for? The Bennett SLT6 is recommended for boats up to 16 feet, and is especially suited for ribs, skiffs, and runabouts. Review your boat size and transom setup to confirm compatibility before ordering.

What is included in the Bennett SLT6 kit? Each Bennett SLT6 kit includes two 14-gauge stainless steel trim tabs with Bennett's interlocking hinge, two composite actuators, and all stainless steel mounting hardware.

Is the Bennett SLT6 easy to install? Yes, the Bennett SLT6 installs in under an hour with only a few tools and requires no work inside the boat, since only the two actuators and two tabs mount at the transom.

What material are the Bennett SLT6 trim tabs made from? The trim tabs in the Bennett SLT6 are made from 14-gauge stainless steel, and all included mounting hardware is stainless steel as well, with no plastic parts.

How does the Bennett SLT6 self-leveling system work? The SLT6 uses a spring-action design where the actuators hold the tabs down at slower speeds to help the stern rise, then water pressure lifts the tabs as the boat reaches speed, so trim adjusts automatically without driver input.

What performance benefits does the Bennett SLT6 provide? Boaters using the SLT6 can expect faster planing, improved fuel efficiency, reduced pounding and engine laboring, and less porpoising and chine walking.

What is the difference between the Bennett SLT6 and the Bennett SLT10? The SLT6 uses 6 inch by 8 inch tabs and is recommended for boats up to 16 feet, while the Bennett SLT10 uses larger 10 inch by 10 inch tabs and is recommended for boats 16 feet and up. These are separate SKUs, so boat length should determine which kit to order.

Does the Bennett SLT6 come with a warranty? Yes, the Bennett SLT6 Self-Leveling Trim Tab System is backed by a 5-year limited warranty covering all components.

What hardware is used with the Bennett SLT6? The Bennett SLT6 kit uses all stainless steel mounting hardware, with no plastic components, for durability in a marine environment.

How much does the Bennett SLT6 Self-Leveling Trim Tab System weigh? The Bennett SLT6 weighs 7 pounds as packaged.

Is the Bennett SLT6 a genuine Bennett Marine product? Yes, the SLT6 is a genuine Bennett Marine self-leveling trim tab system, part number 6BT501095100, built with the same interlocking hinge and stainless steel construction used across Bennett's trim tab lineup.