Maxwell RC6
A compact, well made vertical windlass for a trailer boat or small cruiser on a 1/4 in chain and rope rode.
Amazon $1,210.59 eBay$1,210.59
770 lb79 ft/min
3.0/5
The step up from the RC6 for a 1/4 in rode when line speed matters, on a boat with locker room for the motor.
- 770 lbMaximum pull
- 92 ft/minLine speed
- 3 yearsWarranty
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Pros
- Faster than the RC6 at 92 ft a minute on chain, 79 on rope
- Heavy duty pressure arm grips the rope to chain splice for automatic rope and chain handling
- Three year warranty
Cons
- Same 770 lb maximum pull as the cheaper RC6
- Switches and breaker are sold separately
- 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 | 770 lb | 3.1/5 | $1,210.59 |
| Maxwell RC8-6 (this one) | 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 | RC8612V |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Style | Vertical windlass |
| Maximum pull | 770 lb |
| Line speed | 92 ft/min |
| Motor | 600 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 | 27.5 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
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