An anchor windlass is a vital component of a boat's anchoring system, responsible for raising and lowering the anchor efficiently. It typically consists of a motor-driven drum or gypsy, around which the anchor rode is wound or unwound. This system enables sailors to deploy or retrieve the anchor with ease, enhancing safety and convenience during mooring or anchoring operations. When selecting a windlass for your boat, consider factors such as the size and weight of your vessel, the type of anchor rode you'll be using, and whether you prefer a vertical or horizontal configuration. Our range of products includes options like the Lewmar V700 Vertical Windlass or the Five Oceans 12V Vertical Windlass, providing reliable performance and durability for a variety of marine applications. While boat anchor windlasses come in various configurations, selecting the right one depends on factors such as the size and weight of your vessel, the type of anchor you use, and your anchoring preferences. For example, if you prefer effortless anchor deployment and retrieval, a horizontal windlass kit with a free fall feature might be suitable. Ensure that the windlass is made from durable materials like galvanized steel or stainless steel to withstand marine conditions and corrosion. Additionally, consider features such as a Lewmar guarded rocker switch for easy operation and a complete range of accessories like anchor lines, shackles, and mounting hardware for a seamless installation process. With the right windlass and accessories, you can enjoy smooth and reliable anchoring experiences on your boat's foredeck, enhancing safety and convenience during your marine adventures.
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans SX1 Vertical Windlass is designed for small yachts and motorboats from 6 to 9 meters (20–30 ft). Built from AISI 316L stainless steel with a compact round-base design, it provides reliable anchoring power with 500W or 800W 12V motors. Compatible with 6 mm or 8 mm DIN766 chain, it offers smooth operation, manual chain release, and IP67-rated motor protection in a lightweight 11–14 kg unit.
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$ 1,325.36
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans SX2 Vertical Windlass is engineered for boats from 7.5 to 13 meters (25–45 ft). Built with AISI 316L stainless steel and a compact round base design, it provides reliable anchor handling with 1000W (12V) or 1500W (24V) motors. Available in both with drum and low-profile versions, it features an IP67-rated motor, manual chain release, and a pre-installed chain counter magnet. Designed for 8 mm DIN766 chain, it delivers smooth anchoring performance with a maximum line speed of 40 m/min.
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$ 2,463.06
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans SX3 Vertical Windlass is designed for boats 15–18 m (50–60 ft) and built from AISI 316L stainless steel for maximum durability. Available in 12V (1500W) and 24V (1700W) versions, with or without drum, it supports 10 mm and 12 mm chains. Featuring an IP66-rated motor, independent gypsy and drum operation, and a pre-installed chain counter magnet, the SX3 ensures powerful, reliable, and efficient anchoring with speeds of up to 40 m/min.
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$ 2,650.67
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans X0 Vertical Windlass is a compact 500W 12V electric anchor windlass designed for boats up to 8 metres. Manufactured from marine-grade anodised aluminium alloy with a full polycarbonate protective cover, it offers excellent corrosion resistance while protecting the windlass base. Supplied complete with a control box and operating handle, the X0 is designed for 6 mm calibrated chain, delivering a maximum pulling force of 500 kg with a recovery speed of 12–16 m/min.
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$ 1,233.84
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans X1 Vertical Windlass is designed for yachts from 7–15 m. Featuring a chrome bronze base, IP67-rated heavy-duty motor, and anodized aluminium gearbox, it offers power options of 500W, 800W, or 1000W at 12V, with chain sizes 6 mm or 8 mm (DIN766/ISO 4565). Available with or without drum, the X1 provides reliable rope-chain handling, manual chain release, and independent gypsy/drum operation.
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$ 1,440.44
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans X1 Vertical Windlass is a compact 500W 12V low-profile electric windlass designed for boats from 6 to 9 metres. Manufactured from marine-grade anodised aluminium alloy, it features a single gypsy for 6 mm calibrated chain and 12 mm anchor rope, incorporating a rope-retention system for smooth rope-to-chain transition. Delivering a maximum pulling force of 630 kg and recovery speeds of 23–26 m/min, the windlass is supplied complete with a control box and manual operating handle.
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$ 1,271.21
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans X2 Vertical Windlass is a robust chrome bronze unit designed for motor and sailing yachts from 8 to 18 m. It features an IP67-rated heavy-duty motor, anodised aluminium gearbox, and rope/chain gypsy with spring-loaded management arm. Available in 800W, 1000W, and 1500W (12V/24V), with options with or without drum, it supports 6, 8, and 10 mm DIN766/ISO 4565 chains.
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$ 1,899.80
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans X2 Aluminium Low Profile Vertical Windlass is a compact electric anchor windlass for boats 10–13 metres. Built from marine-grade anodised aluminium alloy, it features a low-profile design with a single combination gypsy for 8 mm calibrated chain and 14 mm anchor rope. An integrated rope-retention system ensures smooth rope-to-chain transition during operation. This product range includes 1000W and 1500W 12V versions, both supplied complete with a control box and manual operating handle.
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$ 1,944.29
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans X3 Vertical Windlass is designed for yachts 12–18 m, with a 1700W high-torque electric motor (12V or 24V). Constructed from chromed bronze and stainless steel, it supports 8, 10, and 12 mm ISO/DIN chains, with with-drum and low-profile versions. Featuring an IP66-rated heavy-duty motor, anodised aluminium gearbox, and manual chain release, the X3 offers strength, reliability, and efficiency for demanding anchoring operations.
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$ 3,772.85
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans X4 Vertical Windlass is built for yachts 18–24 m, offering a choice of 2300W or 2700W motors (24V). With versions available with or without drum and both CW and CCW rotation, it supports 12 mm ISO 4565 chain. Constructed from chromed bronze and stainless steel with an IP-rated heavy-duty motor and anodised aluminium gearbox, the X4 ensures maximum strength, durability, and reliability for demanding anchoring operations.
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$ 8,644.62
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans X5 Vertical Windlass is engineered for yachts 25–29 m (85–95 ft), available in 3000W 24V electric or hydraulic versions. Designed for 12 mm and 14 mm chain, it offers a maximum linear load of 2800 kg and lifting load up to 1400 kg (electric), or 2500 kg / 1250 kg (hydraulic). Built from chromed bronze with marine-grade components, this heavy-duty windlass ensures reliable anchoring performance with smooth and powerful operation.
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$ 17,984.32
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans XP800 Vertical Windlass is a compact 500W 12V electric anchor windlass designed for boats up to 11 metres. Featuring an integrated electric brake to securely hold the anchor when not in operation, the XP800 is supplied complete with a control box and manual operating handle. The range includes versions for 6 mm or 8 mm calibrated chain, with compatible rope sizes depending on the gypsy configuration.
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$ 1,741.64
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans Dorado Horizontal Windlass is designed for boats between 20 and 35 ft (6–11 m), offering reliable performance with 500W or 800W motors. Built from marine anodized aluminum and equipped with a heavy-duty IP66-rated electric motor, it ensures safe anchor handling with 6 mm or 8 mm chains (DIN766/ISO 4565). With a lifting capacity up to 490 kg and line speed up to 27 m/min, the Dorado delivers durability, safety, and efficiency for compact to mid-sized vessels.
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$ 1,346.01
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans Lion 1000 Horizontal Windlass is a reliable anchor winch designed for boats between 25 and 45 ft (8–12 m). Equipped with a 700W IP66-rated motor, it handles 6 mm and 8 mm ISO 4565/DIN 766 chains with ease. The Lion features manual chain release, rope-chain management, and is available with or without automatic freefall. With a maximum linear load of 575 kg, compact size, and a durable polyester-coated body, it delivers dependable performance and straightforward installation.
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$ 1,660.86
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans Razza Horizontal Windlass is a compact 12V electric anchor windlass designed for boats from 6 to 9 metres. Manufactured entirely from AISI 316L marine-grade stainless steel, it is available with 500W or 800W motors and gypsies for 6 mm or 8 mm chain. The combined rope/chain gypsy handles calibrated chain together with 10–12 mm or 12 mm rope, providing maximum pulling forces of 630 kg or 900 kg and recovery speeds up to 20 m/min.
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$ 2,090.32
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans Kobra Horizontal Windlass is designed for boats between 25 and 35 ft (7.5–11 m), offering powerful and reliable anchor handling. Built from anodized marine aluminum and equipped with a 1000W IP56 electric motor, it ensures dependable operation with 8 mm or 10 mm DIN766/ISO 4565 chains. With a lifting load up to 665 kg, a maximum line speed of 35 m/min, and independent gypsy and drum operation, the Kobra provides strength, durability, and easy onboard anchoring.
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$ 2,345.01
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans Cayman 88 Horizontal Windlass is designed for boats from 35 to 45 ft (11–14 m), offering 1000W of reliable anchoring power. Built with a marine-grade anodized aluminum body and equipped with a heavy-duty IP66 motor, it supports both 8 mm and 10 mm chains (DIN 766/ISO 4565) and is available in 12V and 24V versions. With a maximum linear load of 1375 kg, lifting capacity up to 690 kg, and line speed of 25–35 m/min, it ensures strong and efficient anchor handling. Includes independent gypsy and drum operation, manual chain release, and control box.
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$ 2,616.44
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans Tigres Horizontal Windlass (1500W) is one of the most popular and reliable models in the Lofrans line, ideal for boats 9–15 m. Built with a marine-grade anodized aluminum body and an IP67-protected motor, it delivers a pulling power of 1500 kg and chain speed up to 35 m/min. With independent drum operation, manual override, and versions for 8 mm, 10 mm, and 12 mm DIN 766 chains in both 12V and 24V, the Tigres ensures safe and powerful anchoring for demanding conditions.
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$ 2,840.64
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans Falkon Horizontal Electric Anchor Windlass is a powerful and durable anchoring solution for yachts ranging from 13 to 18 meters. With a traction capacity of up to 1700 kg and compatibility with 10 mm and 13 mm chains, it ensures reliable anchoring in diverse marine conditions.
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$ 5,608.98
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Lofrans T-Series Vertical Capstans (T500–T1700) are designed for boats from 9 m to 23 m (30–75 ft), providing reliable stern mooring support for recreational, fishing, and commercial vessels. Built with chromed bronze or AISI 316L stainless steel bases and drums, they feature the same proven worm screw gearbox technology as Lofrans’ vertical windlasses. Available in 12V, 24V, AC, and hydraulic versions, the range offers pulling capacities from 670 kg up to 1,695 kg, ensuring strength, durability, and high performance for demanding mooring operations.
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$ 1,547.61
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What types of vessels commonly utilize Windlass Anchor Systems?
Various types of vessels commonly utilize windlass anchor systems, including sailboats, motor yachts, fishing boats, and commercial vessels. These systems are essential for securely anchoring the boat in place, especially in diverse weather conditions and varying water depths. Whether it's a small recreational boat or a large commercial vessel, a reliable windlass anchor system ensures safe and efficient anchoring operations, providing peace of mind to boat owners and crew alike.
When selecting a windlass system, consider factors such as power source, chain size compatibility, and installation requirements. Our range of products includes options like the Lewmar Pro-Series and the Pro Fish 700, designed for durability and performance in demanding marine environments. For a reliable and efficient anchoring solution, explore our Pontoon Anchor Winch, built for secure and smooth operation.
How does a Windlass Anchoring System improve the boating experience?
A windlass anchoring system significantly enhances the boating experience by simplifying and streamlining the anchoring process. With a reliable anchor windlass system in place, boaters can effortlessly deploy and retrieve anchors, saving time and effort. This ensures greater convenience, safety, and confidence during anchoring maneuvers, contributing to a more enjoyable and stress-free boating experience for all onboard. When considering a windlass system, it's essential to assess factors such as power requirements, chain compatibility, and installation options. Our selection of products includes versatile options like the Lewmar Pro Sport 550 and the V2 Windlass, designed to meet specific needs and deliver reliable performance in various marine conditions.
What are the advantages of using a 12V Anchor Windlass?
A 12V anchor windlass offers several advantages for boaters seeking convenience and efficiency in anchoring. Firstly, being powered by a 12-volt electrical system, it provides effortless operation at the push of a button, eliminating the need for manual labor during anchor deployment and retrieval. Additionally, the compact size and easy installation of a 12V anchor windlass make it suitable for a wide range of vessels, enhancing their anchoring capabilities without compromising deck space or aesthetics. This type of windlass system is particularly popular among boat owners for its reliability, versatility, and ability to streamline anchoring procedures, thereby enhancing overall boating experiences. When selecting a 12V anchor windlass, it's essential to consider factors such as compatibility with different chain types, corrosion resistance, and ease of maintenance. Our range of 12V DC windlass kits includes options like the Lewmar Pro-Fish and the Pro Sport 550, designed with marine-grade materials and integral features like swivels and rollers for optimal performance and durability.
How do I choose the right Anchor Windlass for my Boat?
Selecting the ideal boat windlass starts with an honest assessment of your anchoring needs. Begin by calculating the combined weight of your anchor and chain; the windlass motor must be robust enough to manage this load consistently. Consider your primary anchor and rode type, whether it's all-chain or a mix of rope and chain, as this dictates the required chainwheel and gypsy or capstan.
The windlass must also physically fit your deck layout and align with your anchor locker below. For larger boats or challenging anchoring conditions, investing in a more powerful model with a durable motor and gearbox is a wise long-term decision. Proper windlass selection guide ensures secure anchoring, transforming a strenuous task into a reliable one-button operation.
What is the difference between a Horizontal and Vertical Windlass?
The core distinction lies in how the mechanism is oriented and where the windlass motor is housed. A horizontal windlass has its motor and gearbox mounted laterally on the deck, with a separate chainwheel and capstan. In contrast, a vertical windlass, like the Lewmar V1 Vertical Windlass, situates its electric motor and gearbox below deck, with only the vertical gypsy and drum visible above. This fundamental difference drives their typical applications.
Horizontal windlasses require more deck space but often offer easier access to the motor and gearbox for servicing. The vertical windlass is designed for spaces with a narrower deck profile, directing the chain or rope directly down into the anchor locker. Your choice between horizontal or vertical depends largely on your boat's deck space and locker configuration.
Why is Solenoid control important in an Electric Windlass System?
The solenoid control box is the vital, high-current switch for your electric anchor system. Mounted close to the windlass motor, it handles the massive electrical load needed for anchor handling, protecting your smaller dash switches from damage. This setup allows you to use lightweight, convenient remotes at the helm or bow while the heavy-duty electrical work is managed elsewhere. A high-quality marine solenoid ensures immediate and reliable response when you engage the windlass, which is non-negotiable during sudden weather shifts. It also acts as a safety relay, providing a definitive point to cut power during maintenance or an emergency.