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Carp porter Mark 7 ..12v (22 posts / 3,475 views)
carlos0012 carlos0012
Posts: 109
Post #1 17 May 2023 20:37
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So have been offered one of these by a local.guy who's retiring, seems pretty much mint and he only wants £250 for it...any feedback from you guys appreciated as have no clue what's what with these barrows, seems a bargain to me ???
Oh and he has extras to apparently side bags etc .??...
gavinh87 gavinh87
Posts: 46
Post #2 17 May 2023 21:44
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Bite his hands off! That is a bargain.

Widely regarded as the rolls royce of carp barrows mate.
braders1978 braders1978
Posts: 18,195
Post #3 17 May 2023 21:46
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In reply to Post #1
You would be crazy if you don't have it
BRB BRB
Posts: 1,423
Post #4 17 May 2023 21:47
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In reply to Post #1
I'm no expert on these but I thought the mk6 onwards were 24v.
r0bertb00th r0bertb00th
Posts: 2,398
Post #5 23 May 2023 15:30
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In reply to Post #4
Ive had 12 v and now got a 24v pp canty say Ive ever noticed any difference in real time use (My pal brought the old one and its till going strong) £250 is a bargain snap his hand off
carlos0012 carlos0012
Posts: 109
Post #6 23 May 2023 19:05
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Guess what lads, he sold,it to me for 160 quid, couldn't believe it, it's mint to and he had all the extras and has had the puncture proof Tyres put on also.....does anyone know a way to charge it on the bank , I'm thinking solar panels maybe, but the connections are a bit off key,lol....

And yes it's 24v , he got it wrong .....

Also seen these , seem good for the price and have ok reviews, any thoughts ???

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/266259699316?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=5kiPuw_JRHG&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=_PPYakNtTe2&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
RigDemon RigDemon
Posts: 1,458
Post #7 24 May 2023 07:46
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In reply to Post #6
I have the mk6, 24v 2017 model, and you've bagged a propper bargain there.

Best bit of back saving kit I've ever used. As regards the on bank charging, my battery lasts about 4 hours of constant use so I can't see why you'd need mobile charging? There aren't any options that I'm aware of doing this since it plugs into a 240v supply, but I dare say some smart alec might have developed a solar option.

However you could just buy another battery pack and take that pre-charged with you. That would probably be my approach rather than faff about with anything else.

Post edit:

You do know ofcourse that you can put it into 'free wheel' mode if your battery does die and then push the bugger like any ordinary barrow?
Ged
Posts: 477
Post #8 24 May 2023 08:08
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In reply to Post #6
Don't over tighten the clamping points. I've had to reinforce all mine after the previous owner had crushed the box section.
carlos0012 carlos0012
Posts: 109
Post #9 24 May 2023 10:00
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In reply to Post #7
Ah yea good idea on the battery front didn't think of that lol...how do you put it I free wheel.theb ??

Top tip
braders1978 braders1978
Posts: 18,195
Post #10 24 May 2023 10:46
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In reply to Post #9
The hub on the front wheel,you move the big silver collar
biggsyhaulin biggsyhaulin
Posts: 1,667
Post #11 24 May 2023 14:46
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In reply to Post #10
Great kit,I also unplug battery if doing a couple nights,saves any chance of battery drain..............best bit of kit my son ever bought me 🤣👍
carlos0012 carlos0012
Posts: 109
Post #12 24 May 2023 15:41
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In reply to Post #10
Ah yea all top tips these,great stuff, anyone know what's the max weight they can carry ??
RigDemon RigDemon
Posts: 1,458
Post #13 25 May 2023 15:01
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It'll carry a shed load mate. I'm out currently and it's just hauled about 100kg of gear to my swim in 3 trips. Imagine trying to walk all that sh*t - Pack it up!
carlos0012 carlos0012
Posts: 109
Post #14 25 May 2023 18:25
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In reply to Post #13
3 trips ???, Christ what you taking the kitchen sink, lol....thought I was bad ....cheers for that , good to know ... I do take a lot of kit but ideally want to do it in one trip, I'll have to have a weigh up of all my main bits , bed, chair , full bait buckets etc I guess and see what it roughly totals ....
RigDemon RigDemon
Posts: 1,458
Post #15 25 May 2023 21:57
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In reply to Post #14
On a reasonably long session I will take a mobile kitchen, toilet/shower block, fridge, tv etc. All made possible by that little 24v beauty. Can't beat the old creature comforts 😂😂😂😂
carlos0012 carlos0012
Posts: 109
Post #16 26 May 2023 05:50
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In reply to Post #15
Ha ha, I do to, I literally can do a roast on the bank , if I go with a mate we even work out a menu and who's cooking what,,lol.... I like to be comfortable for my three dayers, and even take a shower and pop up shower cubicle in the summer
carlos0012 carlos0012
Posts: 109
Post #17 26 May 2023 05:53
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In reply to Post #15
How do you keep your secure, padlock and chain ????

Been looking at these, got good reviews and cheap to

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/266259699316?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=5kiPuw_JRHG&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=_PPYakNtTe2&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COP

Worth trying at that price
RigDemon RigDemon
Posts: 1,458
Post #18 26 May 2023 13:23
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In reply to Post #17
Probably by not fishing chavvy waters. My club is very secure with locked gates and the commercial I fish is also locked up. I don't want to tempt fate but it's always been safe next to my peg. Such a shame we have to think of these things, but I do try to avoid dodgy places.
carlos0012 carlos0012
Posts: 109
Post #19 8 Mar 2025 12:12
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Does anyone now if the new Korda range for carp porters would work with/on the MK7....???

Carl
Chuffy Chuffy
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Post #20 8 Mar 2025 14:44
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In reply to Post #19
If you are talking about luggage I recently asked them a similar thing as I wanted a front bag for my mk6 and got this reply:

The front bags should fit your barrow fine, as all our barrows share the same frame width, this will mean the barrow tidy bag should also fit. As for the rest of the luggage it will be worth measuring up your side bars, the MK8 bags we sell are roughly 68x32cm, to see if they'll fit.

The drop-in bag is unlikely to fit as it requires a lip for the frame of the centre bag to drop into, which I believe your barrow won't have.
carlos0012 carlos0012
Posts: 109
Post #21 8 Mar 2025 16:31
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In reply to Post #20
Ah that's great appreciate that, I looked on the Korda site at each item individually and in the description it tells you what barrows they fit and some say “ will fit all barrows” , so I will go with that I think...thanks again mate , I'll keep you posted..lol

Carl
carlos0012 carlos0012
Posts: 109
Post #22 6 Dec 2025 12:11
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Does anyone know if kordas new carp porter drop in bag will fit the MK7 , the dimensions are the same as the original one I have but its a lot of dosh if it doesnt fit ??



Carp Porter BARROW STANDARD DROP-IN BARROW BAG CPL003
Fishing Korda DARK KAMO


The Drop In Barrow Bag is the ultimate storage solution for maximising the space beneath your barrow frame while keeping weight low and balance perfect. Designed for practicality on the bank, it offers quick, convenient access from both sides and the top.

Twin reinforced carry handles allow for smooth removal between trips, while integrated drainage holes prevent water build up in wet conditions. An adjustable Velcro strap ensures a secure fit during transit, keeping your gear stable and protected.

Dimensions: 31cm (H) x 42cm (W) x 45cm (D)

Easy access from both sides or the top
Twin reinforced carry handles for quick removal
Drainage holes in base to prevent pooling
Adjustable Velcro strap for secure attachment
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