Superwinch Trailer hitch bike rack and trailer hitches

Frank Tolsdorf began manufacturing Superwinch electric winches in 1972 in the northeast hills of Connecticut. The Superwinch philosophy is to offer the most reliable, high performance winching products and backing them up with dedicated customer service. Two and a half million winches later, Superwinches have become the trusted brand for professionals and weekenders alike for everything from racing to recovery, boating to off-roading. With their sleek, compact construction, Superwinch products are designed for fast, easy installation - whether portable or permanent. Superwinch has combined the experience of manufacturing over 2.5 million winches with feedback from racers and collectors alike since 1972 to bring you the best winches available. For help locating the correct winch for your application, check out our detailed Winch Information.

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Superwinch Product Lines

EP Super-Duty Recovery Winches

Superwinch EP Series Winches are packed with the features you want: efficient three-stage planetary gear train, automatic load-holding brake, sealed switching, rugged handheld remote, freespooling, power IN and OUT, and a roller fairlead standard. With the brake mechanism mounted at the end of the gearbox, these winches are ideal for use with synthetic rope. Speed, power, and compact design make the EP Series a must-have for recovery applications. We offer both the EP16.5 and the EP12.5, super duty recovery winches.

EPi Heavy-Duty Recovery Winches

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EPi Series Winches come loaded with all the features of the EP Series such as: quiet, efficient, full metal three-stage planetary gear box, automatic load-holding brake, sealed switching, rugged handheld remote, freespooling clutch for fast wire rope payout, powers load IN and OUT, and a heavy duty roller fairlead standard. The EPi series also includes a Heavy Duty Pulley Block, 25 additional feet of wire rope, and an attractive integrally-mounted sealed contactor bridge. We offer both the EPi9.0 and the EPi6.0, super duty recovery winches.

Husky Series Winches

We dare you to find tougher winches. With their rugged worm-gear drive mechanism and 4.2 horsepower series wound motors, the Husky 8 and Husky 10 are two off-road champions in their own right. The case-hardened nickel spur gears and steel-centered phosphor bronze wormwheel matched to a case-hardened ground and polished worm shaft make this winch virtually indestructible. When only the best will do - the only choice is Superwinch Husky. The Husky Series comes packed with standard features to improve performance, durability, and operation such as Power IN and OUT, Freespooling, Battery Cables with Terminals, Heavy-Duty Series Wound Motor, Oil Bathed, Heavy Duty Worm Gear and Wheel, Remote Mountable Solenoid Station with 15' Handheld Remote Switch, and a Handsaver.

X-Treme Duty Large S Series Winches

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Superwinch X-Treme Duty Large S Series winches are built to last. With their rugged and long lasting differential planetary gearbox, these winches ensure years of dependable service. They come fitted with an all-aluminum durable integrated contactor bridge for a package high in performance and sleek in appearance. Some of the included features are: Power IN and OUT, Freespooling, Battery Cables with Terminals, Roller Fairlead, Circuit Breakers, Heavy-Duty Differential Planetary Gearing, Integrated Prewired Sealed Solenoid, 15' Handheld Remote Switch Handsaver, and Automatic In-the-Drum Braking. The Large S Series comes in two models including the S9000 and the S6000.

S Series High Performance Utility Winches

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The most popular performace trailer winches on the market. The S5000, S4000, and S3000 are Race-Proven, S Series winches have powerful motors, and integrated sealed switching solenoid, and rugged handheld remote. Other standard features include power IN and OUT, freespooling drum, instant stop - absolutely no coasting, mechanical and dynamic braking, and roller fairlead. The fully weather resistant protective cover helps keep the weather out. No wonder they call these winches "The Racers Choice." Some of the included features are: Power IN and OUT, Freespooling, Battery Cables with Terminals, Circuit Breakers, Heavy-Duty Differential Planetary Gearing, Integrated Prewired Sealed Solenoid, 15' Handheld Remote Switch Handsaver, and Automatic In-the-Drum Braking.

GP Series General Purpose Utility Winches

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GP Series Winches are loaded with big winch features such as Power IN and OUT, Full-metal Planetary Gear-train, Mechanical and Dynamic Braking, Freespooling Drum for fast wire rope payout, High Efficiency Low Amp Draw Motor, Commercial Grade Contactor pre-mounted and sealed against the elements, circuit breaker protection, a rugged 15 foot handheld remote, pre-mounted sealed switching solenoid, roller fairlead, and up to 60 feet of wire rope. Use the included pulley block and almost double your pulling capacity. The GP Series includes the GP3000, GP2300, and GP1800.

ATV Series Winches

Looking to add a winch to your ATV? Look no further than the ATV3000, ATV2300, and ATV1800. Superwinch's line of ATV winches was designed with the toughest ATV environments in mind. With single-line rated capacities ranging from 1,800 to 3,000 pounds and a new sealed switching system, they will help get you out of virtually anything you manage to get into. The unique handlebar-mounted "roggle" (combination of rocker and toggle) can be mounted in a variety of positions to suit your individual needs. Add a Superwinch ATV mounting kit designed for your model ATV and your ready to go.

T Series Winches

Performance, Reliability, and Economy can be found in the T2000 and T1500. When winch performance and value are your goals, look no further than the Superwinch T-Series. Available in 1,500 and 2,000 pound single-line capacities, these compact winches give you more value per dollar than anything on the market. With remote-mounted switching these winches are ideal for your light-duty winching applications around the house, garage, boatyard, or workshop. Some of the standard features of the T Series Winches include: Power IN and OUT, Mechanical and Dynamic Brake, Full-Metal Planetary Gear-train, Freespooling clutch for fast wire rope payout, High efficiency low amp draw motor, Convenient low amp rocker switch, Circuit breaker protected, Wire rope with thimble end, and Latched hook.

Crane Series Winches

For applications where loads have to be pulled vertically, Superwinch has created the C1000 Crane Winch. Some of the features of this winch include Power IN and OUT, Wire rope tensioning plate, Handsaver, Full Load Mechanical Brake, Twin wire rope set screws, Roller fairlead, Motor Cover, and 15 foot handheld remote. Please note that crane winches do not include wire rope. We recommend wire rope part number SW1577A for use with the C1000.

AC Series Winches

For those winching applications where AC power is the only option, Superwinch offers the AC3000, AC2000, AC1500, AC1000, and the SAC1000. All the AC Series winches have been designed to run off standard household current.

Electric Winch Categories

1-4K Pound Winches - These winches are great for general purpose and trailering use. Offering all the features you would want and expect such as powered IN and OUT, remote operation options, mechanical and dynamic braking, freespooling drums, rugged construction, and much more.

5-9K Pound Winches - High performance, Utility, and Heavy Duty winches with all the rugged and high performance features you need. These winches offer powerful operation and come in either worm or planetary gears so you can choose if you need brute strength or faster operation.

10K Pound and Larger Winches - Some people just need the biggest most powerful tools available. Well, this is where you will find the strongest and most rugged winches around. If you need to move some heavy loads or get unstuck from some very sticky situations these are the winches for you.

ATV Winches - Search using the Hitch Hunter to find ATV specific, custom fit, winches and accessories. Designed for the toughest ATV environments, the ATV series winches will get you and your ATV out of the toughest trouble spots.

Trailer Winches - Our selection of trailer winches will help make loading a rolling load such as a tractor or vehicle a breeze. Designed for easy operation and with sturdy construction, these trailer winches will perform time and again. Superwinch offers the S Series, which is the most popular performance trailer winch on the market. Race-Proven, S Series winches have powerful motors, an integrated sealed switching solenoid, and rugged handheld remote. Other standard features include power IN and OUT, freespooling drum, instant stop - absolutely no coasting, mechanical and dynamic braking, and roller fairlead. The fully weather resistant protective cover helps keep the weather out. These winches are "The Racer's Choice."

Vehicle Recovery Winches - If you spend time off road, in the mud, or in the snow a Vehicle Recovery Winch is a critical piece of gear. Designed to be powerful enough for vehicle recovery and sturdy enough to last, these winches will give you the assurance while off road that you will make it back on road.

AC Powered Winches - Superwinch AC winches have been designed to run off standard household current. For those winching applications where AC power is the only option.

Crane Winches - Designed to be used for vertical applications, a crane winch is needed when loads will be pulled up or down. Standard winches should only be used to pull horizontally.

Hand Winches - Designed for use loading trailers, these hand crank winches are perfect for getting a boat or rolling load onto your trailer. These hand crank winches are perfect if you want to save some money and strengthen your arms.

Winch Accessory Kits - The perfect package to get started with your winch. The Winch Accessory Kits contain all the essentials such as gloves, strap, hooks, and comes with a handy carry bag.

Winch Hitch Mounts - A hitch winch mount allows you to easily install the winch when it is needed and store it when not in use. This protects the winch from unnecessary exposure to the elements while also allowing attachment to the front or rear trailer hitch so vehicle recovery can be done from either side.

Roller Fairleads - Roller fairleads reduce the amount of wear and tear on the wire rope by providing a dramatic reduction in friction. This will prolong the life of the wire rope and result in smoother winch performance. Most of the Superwinch models on our site include the fairlead. Sometimes the fairlead will mount to the winch, other times it must be secured to the winch mount.

Tow Hooks and Tow Loops - Sometimes you need to add and additional attachment point to a vehicle. These Tow Hooks and Tow Loops are sturdy and mount quickly. They can be attached to the front or rear of the vehicle to provide additional winch options and have many potential functions beyond use with a winch. Some are designed to attach to a trailer hitch and others will mount directly to the vehicle frame.

Tow Straps - With hooks or loops, break capacities up to 30,000 lbs, and lengths up to 30', we have the heavy duty tow straps you are going to need for fully utilizing your winch.

Pulley Blocks - When used correctly a Pulley Block can double the pulling capacity of your winch. They can also be used to move an anchor point and help keep the wire rope coming straight out of the winch reducing strain on the winch. A pulley block should be used any time you pull a load greater than two-thirds (2/3) the capacity of the winch.

Wire Rope - If your wire rope is getting worn, it may be time for a replacement. You may also want to carry a backup, just in case...

Bow Shackles - Bow Shackles provide the quickest, easiest and most secure method of securing all the winch pieces together. They are used to connect the strap, pulley block, and winch rope.

Tree Trunk Saver Strap - If you love trees and would not dream of killing one to free your vehicle then a tree saver strap is a must. If you don't love trees, but just want a convenient, rock solid attachment point to winch out your vehicle then a tree strap is a must.

Superwinch Electric Recovery Winches, Trailer Winches, and ATV Winches

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