JIF Marine 5-Step Aluminum Gunwale Hook Ladder, 11 Inch Vinyl-Covered Hooks, DMT5A-11

The JIF Marine DMT5A-11 is a 5-step folding gunwale hook ladder built for boats with taller or wider gunwale rails. Its 11 inch hook depth lets the ladder seat securely over larger rail profiles, giving swimmers and boaters a stable, dependable way to re-board from the water. The hooks are vinyl-covered to grip the gunwale without scratching or marring the hull finish, and they fold flat when the ladder is not in use, making it easy to stow aboard between swims.

The ladder frame is built from anodized aluminum, a lightweight and corrosion-resistant construction suited to ongoing exposure to saltwater and freshwater. The five-step design extends reach for deep water entry or boats with higher deck profiles, providing more stable, slip-resistant footing than shorter ladders. At 15 inches wide and 60 inches tall, the ladder is compact enough for convenient storage while supporting a 250 pound load capacity for confident boarding.

Specifications

• Brand: JIF Marine
• Manufacturer Part Number: DMT5A-11
• Product Type: Gunwale Hook Ladder
• Number of Steps: 5
• Hook Depth: 11 inches
• Width: 15 inches
• Height: 60 inches
• Weight: 10 pounds
• Load Capacity: 250 pounds
• Material: Anodized aluminum frame, vinyl-covered hooks
• Color: Silver
• Special Feature: Foldable
• UPC: 670541249314

Frequently Asked Questions

How many steps does the JIF Marine DMT5A-11 ladder have? The DMT5A-11 is a 5-step ladder, giving extended reach for deep water entry or boats with higher gunwale profiles.

How deep are the hooks on this gunwale ladder? The hooks have an 11 inch depth, which lets the DMT5A-11 seat securely over taller or wider gunwale rails than a standard-depth hook ladder.

Will the hooks scratch or damage my boat's hull or rail? No. The hooks on the JIF Marine DMT5A-11 are vinyl-covered, which protects the gunwale and hull finish from scratching while the ladder is hung in place.

What is the ladder made of? The DMT5A-11 frame is anodized aluminum, a lightweight, corrosion-resistant material suited to both saltwater and freshwater use.

How much weight can the ladder hold? The JIF Marine DMT5A-11 has a 250 pound load capacity.

What are the dimensions of the ladder? The DMT5A-11 measures 15 inches wide and 60 inches tall, with an 11 inch hook depth.

How much does the DMT5A-11 ladder weigh? The ladder weighs 10 pounds.

Does the ladder fold for storage? Yes. The JIF Marine DMT5A-11 hooks fold flat, allowing the ladder to be stowed compactly aboard when not in use.

What color is the DMT5A-11 ladder? It is finished in silver, matching its anodized aluminum construction.

Is this ladder a good fit for boats with taller or wider gunwales? Yes. The 11 inch hook depth on the JIF Marine DMT5A-11 is specifically sized for taller or wider gunwale rails, where a shorter-hook ladder would not seat securely.

What is included with the DMT5A-11? The DMT5A-11 ships as a complete 5-step folding hook ladder, ready to hang on the gunwale.