Powerwinch Class 46 Free-Fall
The largest Powerwinch, for a 40 to 46 ft power boat on a 5/8 in rope and 5/16 in chain rode.
Amazon $1,036.91 eBay$1,036.91
The Powerwinch Class 46 Free-Fall is the better anchor windlass overall, rated 3.2 to 3.0. The Powerwinch Class 46 Free-Fall leads on warranty and value. The Five Oceans Atlantic 600 wins on line speed. The Powerwinch Class 46 Free-Fall costs $321.19 less ($1,036.91 vs $1,358.10).
Prices were last checked November 9, 2026. Product prices and availability are accurate as of that date and are subject to change; the price and availability shown on Amazon or the retailer's site at the time of purchase apply. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. As an eBay Partner, we may be compensated if you make a purchase.
Five Oceans Atlantic 600
A complete on deck windlass kit for boats from 20 to about 45 ft, a good choice when the rode needs replacing too.
Amazon $1,358.10 eBay$1,358.10
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Powerwinch Class 46 Free-Fall for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and value ($0.94 per lb of pull ($1,036.91, 1,100 lb) vs $1.13 per lb of pull ($1,358.10, 1,200 lb)).
- Choose the Five Oceans Atlantic 600 for line speed (85 ft a minute vs 70 ft a minute).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every horizontal windlasses anchor windlass; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Powerwinch Class 46 Free-Fall | Five Oceans Atlantic 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Pull 20% | 77 1,100 lb maximum pull | 83 1,200 lb maximum pull |
| Line speed 15% | 38 70 ft a minute | 56 85 ft a minute |
| Value 30% | 61 $0.94 per lb of pull ($1,036.91, 1,100 lb) | 49 $1.13 per lb of pull ($1,358.10, 1,200 lb) |
| Features 10% | 35 free fall | 35 stainless deck parts |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Powerwinch Class 46 Free-Fall | Five Oceans Atlantic 600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Style | Horizontal windlass | Horizontal windlass |
| Maximum pull | 1,100 lb | 1,200 lb |
| Working load | - | 400 lb |
| Line speed | 70 ft/min | 85 ft/min |
| Motor | - | 600 W |
| Current draw | - | 50 A |
| Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Fit | ||
| Boats up to | 46 ft | 45 ft |
| Rode | 5/8 in nylon rope and 5/16 in G4 chain | 1/4 in HT G4 chain and 1/2 in 3 strand rope |
| Free fall | Yes | - |
| Wireless remote | No | No |
| Stainless deck parts | No | Yes |
| Weight | 24 lb | 28.7 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |