Maxwell HRC FF6
A fast, compact on deck windlass with free fall for boats with a shallow locker and a 6 mm chain rode.
Amazon $1,263.99 eBay$1,263.99
The Maxwell HRC FF6 and the Maxwell HRC FF8 are evenly matched, rated 3.3 and 3.3.
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Maxwell HRC FF8
An on deck free fall windlass for a 5/16 in chain and 9/16 in rope rode, for boats with little room below.
Amazon $1,263.99 eBay$1,263.99
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 | Maxwell HRC FF6 | Maxwell HRC FF8 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Pull 20% | 61 900 lb maximum pull | 61 900 lb maximum pull |
| Line speed 15% | 85 108 ft a minute | 85 108 ft a minute |
| Value 30% | 36 $1.40 per lb of pull ($1,263.99, 900 lb) | 36 $1.40 per lb of pull ($1,263.99, 900 lb) |
| Features 10% | 35 free fall | 35 free fall |
| Warranty 25% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Maxwell HRC FF6 | Maxwell HRC FF8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Style | Horizontal windlass | Horizontal windlass |
| Maximum pull | 900 lb | 900 lb |
| Line speed | 108 ft/min | 108 ft/min |
| Motor | 600 W | 600 W |
| Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Fit | ||
| Boats up to | - | 55 ft |
| Rode | 6 mm chain and 1/2 in rope | 5/16 in chain and 9/16 in rope |
| Free fall | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless remote | No | No |
| Stainless deck parts | No | No |
| Weight | 25 lb | 25 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |