Availability of 6k Manual Hand Winch for Car Hauler

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Looking for 6000 pound winch for car hauling trailer. Manual crank.

asked by: Michael

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Hi Michael; I'm sorry to say none of our manual winches are capable of handling that much weight since their primary use is your average boat trailer. The highest capacity we have is 3,800 lbs with the Curt # C45ZJ.

All of our winches with a line pull of 6,000 lbs or more are electric like the Bulldog Winch Trailer Winch # BDW10031. It does look like there are some out there but they're pretty pricey so you'll probably end up saving money with the electric winch and a battery.

Is there a specific reason you want a manual winch for the car hauler?

expert reply by: Robin H

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Robin H.

8/7/2025

Hi Michael, did you find a solution for your car hauling trailer? I'm curious if you decided to go with an electric winch or found another option. Let me know how it worked out, as it could really help others in a similar situation!

Answer 1

The Dutton-Lainson two speed winch, part #DL15440 would be an excellent choice for a heavier boat like your pontoon. Dutton-Lainson winches offer a good balance between performance and cost. A two speed jack is ideal for getting a heavier boat up…

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Answer 2

Both the Fulton XLT #F142425 and the Dutton-Lainson #DL15440 Hand Winches that you referenced are great winches that will do a nice job for your sailboat. I recommend going with the Fulton XLT 2-Speed Trailer Winch #F142425. This is an excellent hand…

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Answer 3

It sounds like an upgrade is definitely in order. The Dutton-Lainson two speed winch you referenced, part #DL15440 would actually be an excellent choice for a heavier boat like your party barge. Dutton-Lainson winches offer a good balance between…

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Answer 4

The heaviest duty boat trailer hand winch that we have is the Fulton XLT 2-Speed Trailer Winch - 10" Long Handle - 20' Strap - Zinc - 3,200 lbs #F142425, which is rated for 3,200 lbs. The closest winch that we have to 10,000 lbs for your…

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Answer 5

Hi Dick! We do have a couple options for you, but they are listed under flat towing lights, which is why you weren't having luck finding them on our site. So with that said, check out the following two options: Universal Magnetic Tow Lights w/…

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Answer 6

Hello, thanks for reaching out. We do not recommend mixing bias-ply and radial tires on a tandem-axle trailer. While it may work short-term in a pinch, the two tire types flex and track differently. Bias tires have stiffer sidewalls, while radials…

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Answer 7

Generally when picking out a winch for a boat trailer the ratio is 2 to 1 meaning you would need a winch with roughly half the capacity as the weight of the boat. With good rollers and a short winching distance the ratio increases to 3 to 1, but with…

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Answer 8

Hey Susanne. The Solera Manual Retractable Awning to Electric RV Awning Conversion Kit you were looking at, does not work with Dometic awnings only Solera ones, but I have an alternative. It looks like your 2004 Gulf Steam Innsbruck 265tbs travel…

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Answer 9

Hey Mark, thanks for reaching out! Does your boat trailer have rollers, or bunk boards? If it has bunks then you'll need a winch rated for 5,000 lbs, but if you have rollers, then something like the Fulton F2 #FW32000101 rated for 3,200 lbs is a…

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Answer 10

We can get you set up with a good replacement for your 2,600 lb Fulton winch, but let's start with what you asked in regards to the strap vs. the cable, with the latter being the better choice. A strap is fine but there is a risk of fraying or…

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Answer 11

Hey Perry, the bolts of the Mounting Bolts and Hardware for 12" Brake Assemblies #BRKH12 that you referenced are Grade 5. You can tell this by looking at the bolt head. It has three lines on it which means Grade 5. Yes this could be used with…

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Answer 12

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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