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Marlow Raptor 18mm Bull Rope – Next-Generation ArmourCoat Double Braid
Marlow Raptor 18mm is the flagship of the Raptor rigging line family — the heaviest, strongest, and most capable rope in the range. Finished with Marlow's proprietary ArmourCoat in yellow, it delivers 77.6 kN average breaking strength in a soft, supple double braid polyester construction that runs smoothly through blocks and friction devices even under the heaviest loads. The ArmourCoat reduces water uptake and improves abrasion resistance by 30% over uncoated rope, making it the go-to choice for large-diameter wood removal and demanding bull rope applications.
The full Raptor range covers 12mm (blue), 14mm (green), 16mm (red), and 18mm (yellow) for a complete spectrum of rigging needs.
Key Features
- ArmourCoat finish (yellow) — 30% improved abrasion resistance, reduced water uptake
- Colour-coded by diameter — yellow identifies 18mm at a glance on the jobsite
- 77.6 kN average breaking strength — the strongest rope in the Raptor range
- Double braid construction — torque balanced, firm and round for easy handling
- UV stabilised polyester — unaffected by water, zero shrinkage, low creep
- Easy to splice — accepts hard or soft eye doublebraid splices
- Good heat resistance — 260°C melting point
- Available in 150 ft, 200 ft, and 1,312 ft (full reel) lengths
Specifications – 18mm Raptor
- SKU: R-18X150-RAPTOR (150 ft) / R-18X200-RAPTOR (200 ft) / R-18X1312-RAPTOR (full reel)
- Diameter: 18mm (¾")
- Color: Yellow (ArmourCoat)
- Construction: Double braid polyester
- Mass: 232 g/m (15.54 lb/100 ft)
- Average Breaking Strength: 7,910 kg / 17,400 lb / 77.6 kN
- Minimum Breaking Strength: 7,280 kg / 16,000 lb / 71.4 kN
- Spliced Average Strength: 7,120 kg / 15,700 lb / 69.8 kN
- Spliced Minimum Strength: 6,550 kg / 14,400 lb / 64.3 kN
- WLL (7:1 per EN 1492-4:2004): 936 kg / 2,060 lb / 9.2 kN
- Melting Point: 260°C
- UV Resistance: UV stabilized
- Relative Density: 1.38
- Vendor: Marlow Ropes
Elongation
- @ 10% of break load: 1.70%
- @ 20% of break load: 3.20%
- To break: 12.40%
Full Raptor Range Performance
| Diameter | Mass (g/m) | Avg Strength | Min Strength | WLL (7:1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12mm ½" (Blue) | 111 | 46.7 kN / 10,500 lb | 43.0 kN / 9,650 lb | 5.5 kN / 1,240 lb |
| 14mm ⁹⁄₁₆" (Green) | 156 | 59.4 kN / 13,300 lb | 54.6 kN / 12,300 lb | 7.0 kN / 1,590 lb |
| 16mm ⁵⁄₈" (Red) | 193 | 70.9 kN / 15,900 lb | 65.3 kN / 14,700 lb | 8.4 kN / 1,890 lb |
| 18mm ¾" (Yellow) | 232 | 77.6 kN / 17,400 lb | 71.4 kN / 16,000 lb | 9.2 kN / 2,060 lb |
Splicing Notes
- Accepts doublebraid splice for hard or soft eye terminations
- Allow 25x rope diameter for overall splice length
- For soft eye splice without thimble: eye length must be ≥2.7x the diameter of the object it will bear on (to keep neck angle ≤30°)
- Splice increases rope diameter 1.5–1.75x at the splice zone
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ArmourCoat?
ArmourCoat is Marlow's proprietary protective coating applied to the outer braid. It reduces water uptake, improves abrasion resistance by 30%, and provides the colour-coding that identifies each diameter at a glance.
What is the working load limit?
The 18mm Raptor has a WLL of 936 kg / 2,060 lb / 9.2 kN at a 7:1 utilisation factor per EN 1492-4:2004. Always follow your employer's safety program and applicable regulations for rigging load limits.
Can this rope be spliced?
Yes — the double braid construction accepts standard doublebraid splices for both hard and soft eye terminations. Spliced strength ratings are listed in the specifications above.
Does the full reel qualify for free shipping?
No — the 1,312 ft full reel does not qualify for free shipping due to its size and weight.
How does the 18mm compare to the 16mm?
The 18mm Raptor is heavier (232 g/m vs. 193 g/m) and stronger (77.6 kN vs. 70.9 kN avg), making it the top choice for the heaviest bull rope applications and largest wood sections. Note the 18mm full reel is 1,312 ft vs. 1,968 ft for the 16mm.
Related Products
- Marlow Raptor 16mm Bull Rope (Red)
- Marlow Raptor 14mm Rigging Rope (Green)
- Marlow Raptor 12mm Rigging Rope (Blue)
- Browse All Rigging Ropes & Bull Ropes
- Browse All Arborist Supplies
Description
Marlow Raptor 18mm Bull Rope – Next-Generation ArmourCoat Double Braid
Marlow Raptor 18mm is the flagship of the Raptor rigging line family — the heaviest, strongest, and most capable rope in the range. Finished with Marlow's proprietary ArmourCoat in yellow, it delivers 77.6 kN average breaking strength in a soft, supple double braid polyester construction that runs smoothly through blocks and friction devices even under the heaviest loads. The ArmourCoat reduces water uptake and improves abrasion resistance by 30% over uncoated rope, making it the go-to choice for large-diameter wood removal and demanding bull rope applications.
The full Raptor range covers 12mm (blue), 14mm (green), 16mm (red), and 18mm (yellow) for a complete spectrum of rigging needs.
Key Features
- ArmourCoat finish (yellow) — 30% improved abrasion resistance, reduced water uptake
- Colour-coded by diameter — yellow identifies 18mm at a glance on the jobsite
- 77.6 kN average breaking strength — the strongest rope in the Raptor range
- Double braid construction — torque balanced, firm and round for easy handling
- UV stabilised polyester — unaffected by water, zero shrinkage, low creep
- Easy to splice — accepts hard or soft eye doublebraid splices
- Good heat resistance — 260°C melting point
- Available in 150 ft, 200 ft, and 1,312 ft (full reel) lengths
Specifications – 18mm Raptor
- SKU: R-18X150-RAPTOR (150 ft) / R-18X200-RAPTOR (200 ft) / R-18X1312-RAPTOR (full reel)
- Diameter: 18mm (¾")
- Color: Yellow (ArmourCoat)
- Construction: Double braid polyester
- Mass: 232 g/m (15.54 lb/100 ft)
- Average Breaking Strength: 7,910 kg / 17,400 lb / 77.6 kN
- Minimum Breaking Strength: 7,280 kg / 16,000 lb / 71.4 kN
- Spliced Average Strength: 7,120 kg / 15,700 lb / 69.8 kN
- Spliced Minimum Strength: 6,550 kg / 14,400 lb / 64.3 kN
- WLL (7:1 per EN 1492-4:2004): 936 kg / 2,060 lb / 9.2 kN
- Melting Point: 260°C
- UV Resistance: UV stabilized
- Relative Density: 1.38
- Vendor: Marlow Ropes
Elongation
- @ 10% of break load: 1.70%
- @ 20% of break load: 3.20%
- To break: 12.40%
Full Raptor Range Performance
| Diameter | Mass (g/m) | Avg Strength | Min Strength | WLL (7:1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12mm ½" (Blue) | 111 | 46.7 kN / 10,500 lb | 43.0 kN / 9,650 lb | 5.5 kN / 1,240 lb |
| 14mm ⁹⁄₁₆" (Green) | 156 | 59.4 kN / 13,300 lb | 54.6 kN / 12,300 lb | 7.0 kN / 1,590 lb |
| 16mm ⁵⁄₈" (Red) | 193 | 70.9 kN / 15,900 lb | 65.3 kN / 14,700 lb | 8.4 kN / 1,890 lb |
| 18mm ¾" (Yellow) | 232 | 77.6 kN / 17,400 lb | 71.4 kN / 16,000 lb | 9.2 kN / 2,060 lb |
Splicing Notes
- Accepts doublebraid splice for hard or soft eye terminations
- Allow 25x rope diameter for overall splice length
- For soft eye splice without thimble: eye length must be ≥2.7x the diameter of the object it will bear on (to keep neck angle ≤30°)
- Splice increases rope diameter 1.5–1.75x at the splice zone
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ArmourCoat?
ArmourCoat is Marlow's proprietary protective coating applied to the outer braid. It reduces water uptake, improves abrasion resistance by 30%, and provides the colour-coding that identifies each diameter at a glance.
What is the working load limit?
The 18mm Raptor has a WLL of 936 kg / 2,060 lb / 9.2 kN at a 7:1 utilisation factor per EN 1492-4:2004. Always follow your employer's safety program and applicable regulations for rigging load limits.
Can this rope be spliced?
Yes — the double braid construction accepts standard doublebraid splices for both hard and soft eye terminations. Spliced strength ratings are listed in the specifications above.
Does the full reel qualify for free shipping?
No — the 1,312 ft full reel does not qualify for free shipping due to its size and weight.
How does the 18mm compare to the 16mm?
The 18mm Raptor is heavier (232 g/m vs. 193 g/m) and stronger (77.6 kN vs. 70.9 kN avg), making it the top choice for the heaviest bull rope applications and largest wood sections. Note the 18mm full reel is 1,312 ft vs. 1,968 ft for the 16mm.
Related Products
- Marlow Raptor 16mm Bull Rope (Red)
- Marlow Raptor 14mm Rigging Rope (Green)
- Marlow Raptor 12mm Rigging Rope (Blue)
- Browse All Rigging Ropes & Bull Ropes
- Browse All Arborist Supplies
