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Maxwell RC12-HD 13 mm Hydraulic GT 120 bar Vertical Rope/Chain Windlass, CW
The Maxwell RC12-HD 13 mm hydraulic GT 120 bar vertical rope/chain windlass, supplied under Vetus article number P105858, is a heavy-duty marine anchoring system designed for reliable anchor handling with short-link chain up to 13 mm. This hydraulic GT model features a high-capacity 200TDC chainwheel with clockwise (CW) rotation and is specified for use with onboard hydraulic power systems rated up to 120 bar pressure, making it suitable for demanding anchoring and mooring operations. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Key Technical Features
- Hydraulic GT-driven vertical rope/chain windlass
- Designed for 13 mm short-link anchor chain
- 200TDC chainwheel with clockwise (CW) rotation
- Hydraulic system rated for up to 120 bar maximum pressure
- Part of the heavy-duty RC12-HD windlass series
Technical Specifications
Parameter Specification Product series Maxwell RC12-HD Article number Vetus P105858 Windlass type Hydraulic GT vertical rope/chain windlass Chain size 13 mm short-link anchor chain Chainwheel 200TDC Rotation direction Clockwise (CW) Hydraulic pressure rating 120 bar
Hydraulic Drive Characteristics
- Hydraulic GT system optimized for steady anchor deployment and retrieval
- Compatible with onboard hydraulic power units rated to provide up to ~120 bar pressure
- Hydraulic GT configurations balance pull capacity and operational speed for effective performance :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Application
- Marine vessels with centralized hydraulic power systems
- Commercial and recreational craft requiring robust anchor handling
- Heavy-duty anchoring and mooring operations using 13 mm short-link chain
Design and Construction
The RC12-HD windlass series features Maxwell’s patented Wave Design™ chainwheel and durable components engineered for long service life in harsh marine environments. RC12HD units are designed to handle rope/chain rodes efficiently and are built for reliability and longevity. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
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