Winch

I am interested in purchasing a hand winch for my recovery kit. Any suggestions on a reasonably priced winch rated for large 4wd.

Check tradingpost for a Turfor..


Its to go in my Troopie and will be mainly used for rescuing Patrols ...
Keep dreaming.....

I'm interested in this one too, anyone got any answers.
I think Truckster should be able to give us a comprehensive reply on winches.

Yea no problems Ray... or Ozi.

There are a few out there, TJM, Black Rat etc...

But the Black Rat ones are not recommended by 2 clubs im in as there have been a few times they have failed at times causing problems...

I have a T-516 Turfor, which to me, is the one most I 4wd with and they are happy with it.

There are 3 different models in the Turfor brand.
T508 800kg Normal capacity which comes in at 6.6 kg
T516 (I have) 1600kg which comes in at 13.5 kg
T532 3200kg which comes in at 24 kg

The T508 uses 8.3mm diameter wire rope, with a breaking strain of 4800kg with a 5:1 safety factor
the T516 uses 11.5 witha BS of 9600 with a 5:1 S.F
and the T532 uses 16.3mm with a BS of 19200.


508 retails for around $595
516 for $695
532 $ 899(depending who you call)

Advantages of a TIRFOR
works in any position horizontal, vertical or angled
unlimited length of wire rope
increase the nominal capacity with multiple sheave blocks
high mechanical advantage
both ranges will operate in the most difficult conditions

Black Rat Tirfor Winches
Available in 800kg or 1600kg capacity
Priced at AUD$325.00 & AUD$445.00 (corresponding to capacity above)

I dont go into details as I wouldnt use one or recommend it.


4wd systems have their own branded one, but I wouldnt use anythign of theirs, as Ive never got a straight answer out of them on anything Ive called about.

Lifting Capacity 1.6tn
Hauling Capacity 2.5tn
Operating Effort (at rated load) 42kg
Handle length 1120mm
Rope length 20M
Rope diameter 11mm
Overall size 545 x 97 x 260


TJM has the Tuff Pull Hand Winch.
I dont mind TJM stuff. Would go with it, but I dont have any info on them.,




Anything else you would like to know????

noknok I think Tirfor is the way to go - I think it's too important an item to risk cheaper brands - you'll find people who've had problems with various others but not with Tirfor. Go for the 516 - Cruisers and Patrols are well within its capacity ... but of course you won't need it on a Cruiser!!

Dont buy the cheaper ones go the turfer,You wish you had paid a little more when th sucker starts groaning and slipping.Same with a wallaby high lift.
Go for quality in recovery gear, as it is not always fun getting out of difficult situations with the ball and chain in your ear ( 'saying"i NEW WE COULD NOT GO DOWN THERE)

truckster...
i use a come-along hand winch which is rated at 3000kgs.
it is a glorified chain block with a holding brake and a rotating handle which i find easy to use except for the fact that i am limited to how far i can winch for because of the length of chain in use....

have you had much to do with these?

HI voxton in answer OOOOOH SHIIIIIET bury this bastard before it buryies YOU it is unsafe piddle it off now before somene is hurt,just my thoughts

what probs had you seen>?

Hi Noknok,

We have the Tuff Pull from TJM. Excellent winch, no problems recommending it.

:o) Melissa