How to Pick Out Electric Winch Capacity for Loading Car on Trailer

Published 08/27/2015

Question:

I would be pulling a 3,000 lb race car onto a trailer from ground level to the 22inch high deck. How do I determine if the 3,400 lb winch is sufficient for that load?

asked by: Dave O

Helpful Expert Reply:

Since your race car is a rolling load the Bulldog 1.5 hp Trailer/Utility Winch w/ Mounting Plate # BDW15017 that you referenced would have more than enough capacity. Even if the ramp angle on your trailer was very severe this winch would easily work for you.

I attached a help article that details how to pick out the correct electric winch. I also attached a chart that shows rolling load capacities for winches based on slope angle of the ramp. The closest capacity to the winch you referenced is highlighted on the chart.

expert reply by: Jameson C