Excalibur C912 Vertical Windlass
The stronger Excalibur vertical windlass for a boat up to 40 ft that wants more pull on a 1/4 in rode than the 600 W model.
Amazon $1,499.99 eBay$1,499.99
1,452 lb
3.1/5
A compact, well made vertical windlass for a trailer boat or small cruiser on a 1/4 in chain and rope rode.
- 770 lbMaximum pull
- 79 ft/minLine speed
- 3 yearsWarranty
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Pros
- 770 lb of maximum pull from a light 18.7 lb unit sized for trailer boats
- Stainless and chromed bronze deck parts for saltwater
- Three year warranty from a long standing windlass maker
Cons
- Switches and breaker are sold separately, adding to the price
- Rope comes in at only 69 ft a minute
- Needs room below deck for the motor
The Maxwell RC family
Every Maxwell RC model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own style.
| Model | Maximum pull | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxwell RC6 (this one) | 770 lb | 3.1/5 | $1,210.59 |
| Maxwell RC8-6 | 770 lb | 3.0/5 | $1,473.98 |
| Maxwell RC8-8 | 1,320 lb | 3.6/5 | $1,826.61 |
| Maxwell RC10-8 | 1,540 lb | 3.4/5 | $2,709.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its style. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | RC612V |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Style | Vertical windlass |
| Maximum pull | 770 lb |
| Line speed | 79 ft/min |
| Motor | 500 W |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Fit | |
| Rode | 1/4 in chain and 1/2 in rope |
| Free fall | Yes |
| Wireless remote | No |
| Stainless deck parts | Yes |
| Weight | 18.7 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
Alternatives in this style
Five Oceans Pacific 1500
The biggest Five Oceans vertical windlass, for a 40 to 65 ft boat on 3/8 in chain, at well under premium brand prices.
Amazon $2,254.70 eBay$2,254.70
2,645 lb52 ft/min
VEVOR Vertical Windlass 700 lb
A budget vertical windlass for a fishing boat from 20 to 36 ft. Fine for the money, but there is no published warranty to fall back on.
Amazon $472.72 eBay$472.72
700 lb65 ft/min
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