Anchor Winch Captain 4 HD – Stainless Steel Direct Drive Drum Anchor Winch For Boats To 35

Description

TheCaptain 4 HDis a heavy-duty horizontal direct-drive drum winch with a 1,200W 12V DC motor. The winch has a stated maximum pull of 1,763 lbs and a 440 lbs continuous working-load rating. Its marine-grade 316 stainless steel casing and drive shaft form the listed drum and drive assembly.

The drum holds up to 80 m of 8 mm rope or 65 m of 10 mm rope with a chain leader. A heavy-duty mechanical manual release controls the listed free-spool function. The provided product data does not confirm an anchor, rope, chain leader, controls, contactor, or circuit breaker as included.

Key Features of the Captain 4 HD Drum Winch

• The 1,200W 12V DC motor powers heavy-duty direct-drive drum retrieval.
• The drum holds up to 80 m of 8 mm rope.
• The drum holds up to 65 m of 10 mm rope plus chain leader.
• The mechanical manual release provides the listed free-spool control function.
• The 440 lbs working-load rating identifies the continuous hauling load.
• The 1,763 lbs maximum pull figure states the product’s peak pull rating.
• the listed no-load speed reaches 108 ft/min without a working load.
• The 316 stainless steel casing forms the listed drum housing.
• The watertight enclosure carries the listed IP66 protection rating.
• A 100A circuit breaker is required for electrical protection.

Which Boats This Drum Winch Fits

The Captain 4 HD drum winch is recommended for offshore fishing boats and cruisers up to 35 ft. Its drum holds either 80 m of 8 mm rope or 65 m of 10 mm rope with a chain leader. Buyers should confirm rope diameter, line length, chain-leader arrangement, and drum capacity before ordering.

The 1,763 lbs figure is the listed maximum pull rating. The 440 lbs working-load rating provides the separate continuous hauling value. Buyers should use the continuous figure when assessing normal retrieval requirements.

Materials, Technology and Use

The marine-grade 316 stainless steel casing and drive shaft form the listed housing and drive assembly. The IP66 rating applies to the watertight enclosure. The direct-drive system includes a heavy-duty mechanical manual release for the listed free-spool function.

Salt deposits, sand, and debris can still collect around the stainless steel casing, drum, rope, chain leader, and deck hardware. Regular cleaning and inspection remain necessary. The drum retains the listed rope capacity without using a rope-to-chain gypsy.

Compatibility and Installation

The Captain drum winch measures 295 mm high by 380 mm wide and weighs 55 lbs. Installers should verify deck support, mounting space, cable routing, drum clearance, and access to the manual release before installation. The available product details do not list a deck-thickness range.

The 12V DC system requires a 100A circuit breaker. Electrical planning can include high-draw charging review around the listed circuit-protection requirement. The provided product data does not state average current draw or confirm controls, contactor, or circuit breaker as included.

Care and Operating Notes

Rinse the casing, drum, rope, chain leader, and exposed hardware with fresh water after saltwater exposure. Remove salt, sand, mud, and debris from the drum and manual-release mechanism before operation. Inspect rope condition, chain leader, release movement, visible fasteners, and electrical connections before departure. Follow the manufacturer manual for service procedures, lubricant selection, disassembly, and approved replacement parts.

Warranty and Support

The Captain 4 HD carries a 3-year limited warranty on the motor and gearbox. The provided warranty term does not define coverage for labor, corrosion, drum, rope, chain leader, shipping, or installation components. These terms reflect manufacturer-stated coverage, and buyers should verify active warranty policies directly with the seller or manufacturer prior to purchase.

Before Ordering

Confirm whether your anchor rode uses up to 80 m of 8 mm rope or up to 65 m of 10 mm rope with a chain leader. You should compare your vessel with the up-to-35-ft application guide, reserve space for the 295 mm by 380 mm housing, and account for the 55 lbs dry weight. Verify that your 12V system can use the required 100A circuit breaker. Confirm controls, contactor, circuit protection, anchor, rope, chain leader, and mounting hardware with the seller because the provided product data does not confirm them as included.