The Lewmar for offshore fishing boats up to 38 ft: the auto free fall puts the anchor down fast from the helm.
Amazon $1,035.82
A lot of pull for the money on boats up to about 40 ft with no room below deck. The lack of a stated warranty is the catch.
- 1,200 lbMaximum pull
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- 1,200 lb of maximum pull, the most of any horizontal unit here, for under $1,000
- Whole unit mounts on deck, so no room is needed under the bow
- 316 stainless housing for saltwater
- No published warranty term
- The 115 ft a minute figure is a drop speed, not a speed under load
- At almost 29 lb it is heavy for a small bow
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | EX-WK-S612-1/4-K |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Style | Horizontal windlass |
| Maximum pull | 1,200 lb |
| Working load | 400 lb |
| Motor | 600 W |
| Current draw | 20 A |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Fit | |
| Boats up to | 40 ft |
| Rode | 1/4 in HT G4 chain and 1/2 in 3 strand rope |
| Wireless remote | No |
| Stainless deck parts | Yes |
| Weight | 28.7 lb |
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Amazon $955.58A proven, fast horizontal windlass for power boats from 20 to 38 ft. Worth the premium for owners who value parts support and a three year warranty.
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