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Rowing Boat Hatches, Drain Plugs & Bungs
Hatches & Drain Plugs for Rowing Boats
Reliable hatches and drain plugs – also known as bungs – keep your rowing shell dry, light and safe. Here you’ll find complete hatches, sealing rings, drain plugs (bungs) and cable glands for racing and touring shells from leading brands such as Empacher, Filippi, Baumgarten and Carl Douglas.
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Products in this category
- Complete hatches (various diameters and styles)
- Sealing rings / gaskets (incl. Allen & Empacher)
- Drain plugs and bungs
- Cable glands (for cox wiring, quick and watertight)
- Trim weights and fixing hardware
Replacement & care tips
- Inspect hatch gaskets every 6–12 months for drying or cracks.
- Replace worn drain plugs or bungs immediately to prevent leaks.
- Clean the seating surfaces thoroughly and always leak-test before use.
Good to know
- Check brand and size compatibility (Empacher, Filippi, Allen).
- Measure inner diameter and cut-out before ordering.
- Need more parts? See Rowing boat parts.
Related parts
- Sealing rings & gaskets – watertight hatch closure
- Stainless screws – safe and corrosion-resistant installation
- Sealant – flexible compound for hatch and plug mounting
