Electric Winch Recommendation for Loading Classic Cars On an Enclosed Car Trailer
Updated 11/26/2012 | Published 11/22/2012
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Question:
What size winch do I need for my enclosed car trailer. Will be winching classic cars of various weights. Would need one with a remote.
asked by: John K
Expert Reply:
When using an electric winch to pull a rolling load onto a trailer, it is typically recommended that the winch have at least the capacity of the weight of the vehicle. I would recommend taking a look at the Bulldog Utility Winch, # BDW15012. This was designed for car hauler applications and will provide the capacity that you will need at a good price. At a 45 degree angle, it has a rolling load capacity of 4,499 lbs.
This winch includes a hand held remote control to allow you to control the line pull when loading and unloading to prevent the vehicle from running away. To power the winch, I recommend running a heavy gauge wire to the vehicle battery or mount a separate battery on the trailer to power the winch. For a wiring kit that will provide quick disconnects, you can use wiring kit, # BDW20207.
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Bulldog Winch Powersports Series UTV Winch - Synthetic Rope - Hawse Fairlead - 4,000 lbs
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- ATV - UTV Winch
- Planetary Gear
- 2.0 HP
- 2001 - 4000 lbs
- 21 - 30 lbs
- Slow - 0 to 4 fpm
- Handlebar Remote
- Wired Remote
- Synthetic Rope
- Bulldog Winch
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