MA BM 3000 Hydraulic AutoBaiter

HandyMag System

Key Features

  • Cuts bait to a pre-set, consistent size
  • Automatically double crouches bait onto the hook
  • Capable of baiting 3 hooks per second
  • Compatible with manual and hydraulic MagPacker, Cross Ship Rails, and HandyMag storage system
  • Compact design, requiring minimal space for installation and operation

Product details

  • Weight: 140kg (311lbs)
  • Length: 1370mm
  • Width: 770 + 530 mm
  • Height: Adjustable 1600 - 1800mm
  • Oil Flow Rate: 16/28 l/min
  • Power Supply: Hydraulic

Product Information


The Mustad Autoline autobaiters automatically cuts the bait at a preset size and baits the hooks with precision.

Precision Baiting

The MA BM 3000 AutoBaiter baits hooks with precision at a speed of up to 180-200 hooks per minute (three hooks per second), cutting bait to a pre-set size.

Baitfish is placed on a spiked conveyor chain that feeds it into the machine. As the hook is pulled through, the knife is triggered, cutting the bait to a pre-set size (26mm-32mm). The hook then penetrates the bait twice before being shot over the stern.

Compact and flexible

The MA BM 3000 AutoBaiter is designed as a part of Mustad Autoline Coastal System and works perfectly with both the manual MagPacker and HandyMag storage magazines. It requires little space thanks to its compact design, and includes an integrated waste collector. The machine can operate with EZ/J-hooks ranging from size 11/0 to 15/0, and circle hooks from size 12/0 to 14/0 both straight and offset.

Shooting the line

When initial buoys and anchors are deployed overboard, lines are naturally pulled from the storage magazines through the baiting machine before being set. The baiting speed is approximately three to four hooks per second, depending on the spacing between the hooks and the speed of the boat. The baiting machine is operated by one crewmember who feeds bait fish onto the spiked conveyor belt.


MA HS 2000-02 Hydraulic HookSeparator

HandyMag System

Key Features

  • Weight: 300 kg / 660 lbs
  • Height: 1760 mm
  • Hauling Power: Adjustable
  • Hauling Speed: 0-100 m / min
  • Sheave Diameter: Outer diam. 440mm
  • Oil Flow Rate: 16 l/min / 4,2 gl/min
  • Power Supply: Hydraulic

New version - increased capacity

Compared to the version SP2000-02 the SP2000-03 version is raised by 150mm to enable the exit rail to slope. This modification allowes the hooks to slide smoother and farther in the direction of the storage magazine which has been prooven to be less labor intensive.

Product Information


Efficient re-racking of hooks and line

The main function of the Mustad Autoline HookSeparator is to separate the hooks from the mainline and guide them onto the storage magazines. This is done automatically and consistently as the gear is hauled onboard. The hook separator is also a slack taker keeping tension on the line coming from the main hauler.

Specially designed magnet pattern

The main reason for its efficiency is eight patented, compact and extremely powerful magnets. By catching the hooks, the magnets separate them from the mainline onto the magazine.

Optional water jet

To clean the hooks and line before storage, the HookSeparator can also be delivered with a high-pressure water jet. The vibration on the swivels caused by the water jet will also ease the un-twisting of snoods from the mainline, and assure maximum hook catch rate.


MA HS 500 Hydraulic HookSeparator

HandyMag System

Key Features

  • Weight: 120 kg / 265 lbs
  • Height: 1670 mm
  • Hauling Power: Adjustable
  • Hauling Speed: Recommended working speed up to 60m/min
  • Sheave Diameter: 315 mm
  • Oil Flow Rate: 16 l/min
  • Power Supply: Hydraulic
  • Line diameter: 5,5mm - 9mm

Key Information

  • Baits up to 6 hooks per second
  • High baiting precision
  • Low maintenance cost
  • Simple adjustment to desired bait size
  • Easy troubleshooting
  • Compatible for circle, EZ baiter and offset hooks
  • Patented RotoBait™ system

Product Information


Automatic re-racking of hooks and line for vessels from approx. 30 feet

  • Designed to work with Mustad Autoline Coastal System
  • Works perfectly with both MA MPM MagPacker and HandyMag storage magazines
  • Adaptable to the vessels existing hydraulic system
  • Works with hooks 11/0 – 12/0 EZ #39975 and 12/0 #40 000

Main function

The main function of the hook separator is to separate the hooks from the mainline and guide them onto the storage magazines.This is done automatically as the line is hauled on board. The hook separator is also a slack taker keeping tension on the line coming from the main hauler.

The HookSeparator™ MA HS 500 works perfectly with Autoline Coastal™ System and both MA MPM MagPacker  and MA MAGH HandyMag Storage systems for hooks and line.

Light weight

The total weight of the HookSeparator™ MA HS 500 is 120 kg; less than half the weight of the hook separator SP2000. This reduction in weight makes the new hook separator an excellent solution for vessels with weight limitations.

Powerful magnets

The main reason for its efficiency is the compact and extremely powerful magnets. By catching the hooks, the magnets separate them from the mainline. The hooks are guided on to the storage magazines, and the mainline coils hang below.

Spring loaded pressure wheel for maximum grip on the line

The pressure wheel is spring loaded, making sure the sheaves get maximum grip on the line. The slide rail is specially designed for the various hooks to ensure an efficient re-racking result.

High quality components

The hook separator is made of stainless steel.


MA HM 150 HandyMag storage rack

HandyMag System

Key Features

  • Weight: 85 kg /187 lbs (incl. 10 empty magazines/1m)
  • Magazine Length: 1 m

Key Information

  • Baits up to 6 hooks per second
  • High baiting precision
  • Low maintenance cost
  • Simple adjustment to desired bait size
  • Easy troubleshooting
  • Compatible for circle, EZ baiter and offset hooks
  • Patented RotoBait™ system

Product Information


Compact and functional storage of magazines loaded with hooks and line, tailored to available space on board the vessel.

The Mustad Autoline HandyMag storage rack i s designed to fit on smaller vessels, from approx. 30 feet and above. The storage unit is flexible and is tailored according ot the space available on board. Standard lenght of magazine is 1m / 40 inch.

HandyMag storage magazines are cutomized to fit the following hook types:

  • Mustad EZ baiter (J-hooks) 11/0 – 14/0
  • Mustad #40 000 (semi EZ/semi circle/J-hook)
  • Mustad Circle hook 12/0 – 15/0

– Both offset and straight


MA HV 100 Haydraulic Hauling station

HandyMag System

Key Features

  • Weight: 240 - 310 kg
  • Length: 2480-1980 mm (variation from 35˚ to 65˚)
  • Width: 1100-1580 mm (variation from 35˚ to 65˚)
  • Height: 701 mm (adjustable)
  • Hauling Power: 495 (normal) (660 kg max.)
  • Hauling Speed: 123 m/min
  • Sheave Diameter: 400 mm outer diam.
  • Oil Flow Rate: 43 l / min.
  • Power Supply: Hydraulic
  • Line diameter: 5,5 - 9,5 mm

Key Information

  • Baits up to 6 hooks per second
  • High baiting precision
  • Low maintenance cost
  • Simple adjustment to desired bait size
  • Easy troubleshooting
  • Compatible for circle, EZ baiter and offset hooks
  • Patented RotoBait™ system

Product Information


Our new light hauler MA HV 100, is developed as part of the Mustad Autoline Coastal System, but can also be used as a separate hauling station.

  • Adjustable sheaves for line 5,5 – 9,5 mm
  • Hauling power 495 kg (normal) (660 kg max.)
  • Hauling speed up to 123 m/min
  • Delivered with a OMTW 400 EMD motor with speed sensor as standard.

The hauler has got a magnet and a recess behind the sheaves, useful for guiding the hooks to the back of the sheaves, – a safety benefit.

Hook Cleaner: Three solutions to clean the hooks and line:

  • 4 rotating brushes
  • 2 rotating brushes
  • 2×2 fixed brushes

Rail roller

The rail roller comprise three separate rolls: L400 x Ø60mm. It is hinged, and may be tilted inward when not in use. The roller system consists of several rollers instead of one giving an increased circumference for the line to pass over, thus reducing fiber breakage in the line. This feature will reduce loss of fish at the rail.

Installation / Customization

For easy installation on deck space available the hauling unit can be angled up to 30˚

Health and safety

  • Caution by rail roller, hook cleaner, line hauler, funnels and pulleys is required due to unprotected hooks.
  • Keep hands and fingers away from moving parts


MA HV 50 Hydraulic Rail mounted hauler

HandyMag System

Key Features

  • Weight: 200 kg
  • Hauling Speed: up to 130 m / min at 43 l / min
  • Sheave Diameter: 400 mm outer diam.
  • Oil Flow Rate: 43 l / min
  • Power Supply: Hydraulic
  • Line diameter: up to 7,5 mm

Key Information

  • Baits up to 6 hooks per second
  • High baiting precision
  • Low maintenance cost
  • Simple adjustment to desired bait size
  • Easy troubleshooting
  • Compatible for circle, EZ baiter and offset hooks
  • Patented RotoBait™ system

Product Information


The hauler

  • The sheaves are adjustable for line up to 7,5 mm
  • Supplied with 400 cc engine
  • Hauling speed up to 130 m / min at 43 l / min
  • Delivered with either tub funnel for hand baiting or guide tube for Mustad Autoline System
  • Handles both monofilament and multifilament.

Rail Roller

The rail roller sports three individual rolls: L400 x Ø60mm. The roller system consists of several rollers instead of one giving an increased circumference to ease the line over, thus reducing fiber breakage. This feature may reduce loss of fish at the rail.

Hook Cleaner

Two solutions to clean the hooks and line:

  • 2 rotating brushes
  • 2 fixed brushes


Mustad MA Snooded hooks

HandyMag System

Key Features

  • Weight: 380 kg / 838 lbs
  • Power Supply: Servo Electric
  • Setting Speed: Up to 6 hooks/sec.

Key Information

  • High quality through research and experience
  • Sewed loops for strenght and smooth passage through the Mustad Autoline™ system
  • Exact same lenght on each snood
  • Both polyester and Nylon snoods available in white or blue

Product Information


Mustad Autoline has in close cooperation with our suppliers, designed a range of snooded hooks for optimal performance with our Mustad Autoline™ Systems.

  • High quality through research and experience
  • Sewed loops for strength and for smooth passage through the Mustad Autoline™ system
  • Consistent length on all snoods
  • Both polyester and Nylon snoods

Braided nylon gangions

The high quality braided nylon with industrial sewing of the loop has stood to the test to be a strong and durable product preferred by more and more Autoliners.

Twisted polyester gangions

The twisted gangions are made of polyester yarns and can be made with plain ends, sewed loops or knotted ends. The ready snoods are impregnated.

Industrial sewing

Our special industrial sewing of loops give a consistent length on all snoods, it is proven to be stronger than a regular knot. The gangions also pass smoother through your Mustad Autoline™ system.

Hooks and gangions are also available as separate items.