]The 3 Step Wide Step Floating Dock Retractable Dock Ladder is engineered for superior safety, durability, and comfort on floating docks, finger piers, marinas, and coastal construction sites. Fabricated from 6063 T5 marine-grade aluminum, the ladder’s steps and main frame are TIG-welded to ensure exceptional structural integrity, vibration resistance, and long-term performance in harsh marine environments. Each rung includes extruded anti-slip grooves, providing secure footing for wet, algae-prone, or barefoot climbing conditions. The wide-step design features 3.5" tread surfaces to improve comfort and reduce foot fatigue during repeated commercial or recreational use. Designed for use in both fresh and saltwater, the ladder fully extends approximately 48" (4 feet) below the dock deck. Grab handles are bolted to the ladder body using stainless aircraft-grade fasteners rated at 2000 lb shear strength, supporting heavy exit loads and multi-user reliability. Installation requires four 1/2" diameter bolts (not included), with bolt lengths tailored to dock or frame thickness. Stainless or galvanized hardware is recommended for coastal or saltwater applications. Key dimensions include overall ladder width of 21", handle bracket depth of 8", handle height 26" above deck, and step width of 3.5". Rated for 650 lbs, this ladder is ideal for marinas, commercial floating dock lines, and contractor installations for swimmers, divers, survey crews, and maintenance personnel. The compact 3-step design ships via UPS Ground with handles removed for flat-carton packing, minimizing oversize surcharges. Salt-tested for extended exposure, the ladder is suitable for tidal regions, coastal builds, and marinas. Deployment is optimized for multi-point finger piers with 4 ft+ freeboard. For taller docks or greater reach, 4–6 step models in the same series are available as upgrade options. Due to packaging size and ladder dimensions, this ladder does not qualify for free shipping. UPS Ground rates apply.
