Can the Curt C55ZJ Winch Raise a 40-Foot Antenna?
Updated 10/19/2026 | Published 10/17/2026
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40 ft antenna raising fixture - E96Mv is inadequate for the job. will C55ZJ be up to it? add says that it can do. significant price difference between two winches. C55ZJ increased $10 in two weeks.
asked by: Milan S
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Hey Milan, thanks for reaching out. If the # E96MV isn't getting the job done with your 40-foot antenna, I definitely understand wanting to move up to something with more lifting power. The # C55ZJ is worth looking at, but with an antenna that tall, there's more to consider than just the weight of the mast. When you're raising it from a horizontal position, all that length creates a lot of leverage, putting considerably more strain on the lifting mechanism.
The Curt Hand-Crank Winch # C55ZJ is definitely a stronger option than your existing # E96MV. It has a 2,500 lb capacity compared to 1,500 lbs, plus a 15.8:1 gear ratio that gives you considerably more mechanical advantage when cranking. It also has a built-in handbrake to hold the load in place.
For your 40-foot antenna, I like the Curt better, but I still want to verify the actual lifting load before saying it's the right one.
How much does your antenna and mast weigh, and are you raising the entire assembly from a horizontal position?
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Milan S.
10/19/2026
weight of the tower and attached antennas is about 220 lbs. raising it from about 30 degrees incline. using a steel cable with 5000 lbs breaking strength. two legs of the tower are hinged. cable is attached close to the top. winch is mounted, 3 bolts, on a 5 foot 4x4 post, about midpoint. Regards M.S.