Anybody have any feedback on the Superwinch? :scratch:
I'm looking at the LP8500 (PN-1585202) sold on Amazon for $300 This will fit nicely tucked up under the grill as it is only 8.5" H
http://www.amazon.com/Superwinch-15..._8?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1334972534&sr=1-8
18' No-load FPM beats out the Smittybuilt, and the HF badlands models.
Specifications:
Rated line pull 8,500 lb. (3,856 kg) bottom layer
Motor 4.5 hp (3.3kW) series wound, 12V DC
Gearing 3-stage planetary
Gear ratio 235:1
Braking Auto, mechanical load hold
Freespool clutch Lever action
Wire rope 5/16" x 94' (7.9mm x 29m)
Dimensions 21.0" l. x 6.3" d. x 8.6" h.
(533mm l. x 160mm d. x 218mm h.)
Drum Diameter 2.5" (63.5mm)
Drum Length 8.8" (224mm)
Installed weight 76 lb (34.5 kg)
Switching method 15' (4.5m) rubber handheld remote
Switching mechanism Sealed solenoid
Hawse Yes
Color-coated wiring Yes
Performance 12VDC (Bottom layer on drum)
Line Pull Motor AMPS Line Speed
LB (kg) 12v FPM (m/m)
0 0 84 18.0 (5.5)
2,500 (1,134) 156 9.8 (3.0)
4,500 (2,041) 215 7.5 (2.3)
6,500 (2,948) 270 6.0 (1.8)
8,500 (3,856) 320 3.5 (1.1)