Bulldog Winch Utility Winch - Wire Rope - Roller Fairlead - 6,000 lbs

Bulldog Winch Electric Winch - BDW10004

This versatile winch with 1.87-hp, permanent magnet motor lets you quickly and safely pull vehicles onto your trailer or into your garage. Includes a hand-held remote with a 6' lead, a free-spool clutch, and a power unit you can mount remotely.

Features:

• Standard-duty utility winch lets you pull cars, trucks, and other objects onto your trailer
  • Perfect for car haulers, race car trailers, pipe tops, tandem axles, and tilt trailers
  • Can also be used in a truck bed, garage, or workshop to pull vehicles, logs, and other heavy equipment
• 1.87-hp, Permanent magnet motor delivers powerful, fast, and safe line pulling
  • Motor is lighter and uses less current than a series-wound motor
  • Drain holes lets water escape to prevent moisture buildup
• Dual 350-amp solenoids transmit power from the vehicle, trailer, or standalone battery to winch motor
• Power unit includes soleniods, plastic housing, and electrical wiring
  • Wiring kit (BDW20132 - sold separately) lets you remotely mount the power unit
• Automatic, mechanical brake holds 100 percent of the load while minimizing winch creep
• All-steel, 3-stage planetary gear train
  • Provides increased drum speed when compared with worm drives and 1- or 2-stage planetary gear trains
• Rubber, hand-held remote with 6' lead powers the load in and out
  • Wireless remote control (BDW20156 - sold separately) available
• Free-spooling clutch ensures fast rope payout and reduces wear on the motor
  • Gearbox can be rotated 360 degrees so you can reach the clutch handle no matter where you mount the winch
• 5/16" Diameter zinc-plated wire rope is strong and abrasion resistant
  • 85' Long, aircraft-grade galvanized steel cable
  • 1/4" Steel hook and nylon hand-saver strap included
• Steel roller fairlead with thick frame
  • 4 Rollers reduce friction and wear on the rope
  • Silver-zinc-plated finish resists corrosion
• Mounting hardware for winch and roller fairlead included
  • Mounting plate sold separately
• Durable, black powder coated steel body and motor resist corrosion
  • Dacromet-plated motor tube resists internal corrosion
• Tie-bars and extra-thick side frames help to create a strong and rigid winch body

Specs:

• Rated line pull (with a single layer of wire rope around the drum):
  • Static load: 6,000 lbs
  • Rolling load: 60,000 lbs
• Motor: 12-volt DC
  • Line pull at 0 lbs:
    • Power draw: 30 amps
    • Line speed: 10 FPM
  • Line pull at 6,000 lbs:
    • Power draw: 320 amps
    • Line speed: 3 FPM
• Gear ratio: 307:1
• Duty cycle: 2 minutes on/15 minutes off
• Braking: 100-percent load-holding mechanical
• Battery lead wire: 2 gauge
• Battery lead length: 6'
• Rope dimensions: 85' long x 5/16" (7.2 mm) diameter
• Winch dimensions: 16-15/16" long x 6-5/16" wide x 8-5/8" tall
• Drum dimensions: 2-1/2" diameter x 5-3/16" long
• 4-Bolt mounting pattern (center to center): 6-1/2" x 4-1/2"
• Distance between roller fairlead mounting holes (center to center): 6-1/2"
• Winch weight (with wire rope installed): 53 lbs
• Recommended battery size (for maximum power): 650 CCA
• 2-Year limited warranty

This versatile, standard-duty utility winch lets you pull cars, trucks, and other objects from nearly any stable surface. You can use it to pull vehicles onto your trailer, pull logs or deer into the back of your truck, or pull vehicles, engines, and other objects into your garage. The winch can be powered from your vehicle's battery, or it can be powered from a standalone battery if you are using it on trailer or in a workshop. It includes an 85' wire rope so you can pull from a greater distance when compared with standard trailer winches, a power unit that can be remotely mounted, and a free-spooling clutch for easy rope payout.

Standard-Duty, 1.87-Horsepower Motor

This winch features a 1.87-horsepower, 12-volt DC motor with 6,000 lbs of line pull. The permanent magnet motor has the same pull as a series-wound motor of comparable size but is lighter and uses less current. Built-in drain holes release the water created by motor heat to prevent internal moisture build-up. The motor is constructed of durable, corrosion-resistant materials including the powder coated housing, copper battery terminals, and zinc-plated steel hardware.

Power Unit with Dual Solenoids

There are dual 350-amp solenoids that transmit power from the vehicle or trailer battery to the winch motor. One solenoid powers inward rotation of the rope drum, the other solenoid powers outward rotation of the rope drum. The solenoids - located inside the power unit - are sealed to meet IP67 specifications for water and weather resistance. The motor is constructed of durable, corrosion-resistant materials including the powder coated housing, copper battery terminals, and zinc-plated steel hardware.

The power unit mounts on the tie bars over the rope drum. For convenience - or to free up space in a tight fit - you can also mount the power unit remotely with a special wiring kit (BDW20132 - sold separately).

There is a rubber-sealed, weatherproof attachment port on the power unit for the remote control. An integrated rubber cap lets you cover the port when it's not in use.

Free-Spooling Clutch with Rotating Handle

This winch has a free-spool clutch that enables you to pull out the rope by hand. This saves battery power, prevents the brake from wearing down prematurely, reduces wear on the motor, and is much faster than waiting for the drum to unroll the rope. To release the clutch for free-spooling simply rotate the handle to the position indicated by the stick figure icon on the label. To reengage the clutch, rotate the handle back to the position indicated by the vehicle icon on the label.

The clutch is driven by a 3-stage planetary gear train. This provides more speed than traditional worm gear drives and 1- or 2-stage planetary gear trains.

The gearbox can be rotated in 30-degree increments to 12 different positions to ensure that you can easily access the clutch handle no matter where the winch is mounted. This is great for custom applications, or on trailers or trucks where space is extremely limited.

The gearbox is sealed to keep out moisture, and it has a black powder coat finish for rust resistance. The chrome-plated clutch handle is stylish and weather resistant.

Automatic, Load-Holding Mechanical Brake

The automatic mechanical brake securely holds a load and prevents unintentional payout (or creep). A large spring coil contracts when the winch is in gear and the drum is winding in. When the winch stops, the load starts to pull and the spring expands to press against the spring chamber. The pressure of the spring on the wall of the spring chamber creates resistance to stop the drum from rotating outward. At maximum pressure the brake holds 100 percent of the load.

The friction created when the brake pads press against the drum generates heat. The steel tube drum is designed to disperse this heat across its entire surface. This prevents potentially damaging heat buildup near the motor.

Weather-Resistant Hand-Held Remote

The hand-held remote has a 12' lead and an in/out rocker switch that lets you control the winch at a safe distance. The rocker switch is sealed and water resistant so it won't get damaged in wet conditions. Simply plug the durable plastic remote into the power unit when you need to use it, and disconnect it to store it away when you aren't using it.

There is a wireless remote kit (BDW21056 - sold separately) that lets you control the winch from up to 100' away.

Wire Rope

The wire rope is made of high-strength, aircraft-grade galvanized steel that is zinc-plated to resist abrasions and withstand harsh UV rays, chemicals, and extreme temperatures.

The rope winds around a solid steel drum. The mounting flanges are strong enough to resist bending or breaking if the rope wrap becomes uneven and excess stress is put on the drum.

A hand-saver strap is included to use in conjunction with work gloves (BDW20070 - sold separately) so that you can safely handle the rope and hook. A rock bag (BDW20048 - sold separately) is also recommended. The rock bag helps prevent a broken rope from snapping back by forcing it to the ground.

The removable clevis hook is made of forged alloy steel that is heavy duty and rust resistant. It has a spring-loaded safety latch for quick fastening and removal. The hook attaches to the steel thimble on the end of the wire rope.

Roller Fairlead

The roller fairlead has a thick steel frame with 4 steel rollers. The rollers reduce friction when you're pulling the rope in or paying it out, and they prevent the rope from becoming pinched when pulling at extreme angles. The rollers have a silver-zinc-plated finish that is tough and corrosion resistant. The fairlead installs with zinc-plated hardware.

Note: The roller fairlead does not mount directly to the winch - it typically attaches to tabs on the winch mounting plate (sold separately). Bulldog Winch mounting plates - as well as most other aftermarket mounts - include these tabs.

Rugged Construction

The winch is constructed of strong, durable materials that are able to withstand any weather condition or terrain. The motor housing and gearbox are made of corrosion-resistant powder coated steel. The solenoids are sealed to keep water out, and the power unit is made of heavy-duty yet lightweight plastic. The steel tie bars and side frame drum supports help to create a strong and rigid winch body.

Installation

This versatile winch can be mounted to your trailer in several different ways. You can bolt the winch and fairlead to a mounting plate using the included hardware, then bolt the mounting plate to your trailer. This is the easiest method and does not require welding, but it does leave a footprint on your deck. You can mount the plate to the front rail of your trailer. This method elevates the winch so it's easy to reach and frees up valuable space on your deck, but will require welding the plate to the rail. You can also weld the plate to the front frame of the trailer so that the winch sits at at deck level without using up space on the deck.

You can mount the winch to your truck bed, workshop floor, or any other stable surface. Simply mount the winch and fairlead to a mounting plate (sold separately) then bolt the plate to the desired surface.

The included wiring lets you connect the winch to your vehicle's battery. You can also connect it to a trailer battery or a standalone battery for workshop installations. Quick connects (BDW20047 - sold separately) are available to make removing and re-installing the winch easy.

Winch Line Pull Capacity

The line pull capacity of your winch is determined by the maximum load your winch can pull with a single layer of rope on the drum. As more layers of rope are wound onto the drum, pulling the same load requires more force, leading to a loss in winching power. With a 2nd layer of rope around the drum, your line pull capacity is reduced by approximately 14 percent. With 3 layers on the drum, the line pull capacity is reduced by approximately 23 percent, and with 4 layers on the drum it is reduced by approximately 35 percent.

Note: It is recommended that you begin any line pull with a minimum of 5 wraps and a maximum of 2 layers of rope on the drum.

Rolling Load Winch Capacity

To calculate your winch's rolling load capacity - the amount of weight it can pull up an incline - you must multiply the line pull capacity by a factor determined by the degree of the incline.

The multiplication factors shown in the chart, right, include a 10-percent rolling friction factor.

Note: A 5-percent - or 3-degree - incline is a 1/2' rise over a 10' distance. Follow the chart to determine your winch's rolling load capacity.

Double-Line Pulling

Increase the pulling capacity of your winch by doubling up the rope with a pulley block (BDW20004 - sold separately). Secure the pulley block to the vehicle being pulled with a bow shackle (BDW20006 - sold separately) to provide a strong anchor for your double-line pull. Using double-line operation will approximately double your winch's pulling capacity.

10004 Bulldog Winch 1.87 hp Utility Winch - Wire Rope - Roller Fairlead - 6,000 lbs