12 best winches

The largest supplier of winch equipment in China, Runva, produces high-quality products for both active car recreation and professional work of tow trucks. Having its own research department, the company produces modern devices that are in demand on the world market. This model, in addition to a competitive price, is highly reliable - even under water, it continues to perform its tasks.

The hydraulic system is equipped with a protective circuit and ensures that the rope is reeled at the same speed, regardless of the amount of force applied. This is made possible by a zero resistance brake and a speed reducer. The Runva 10000 lbs winch installed on the SUV will be able to pull the car out of any mud or sand captivity without resorting to outside help. High efficiency is confirmed by many owners who in practice are convinced of the reliability of the equipment of this company.

One of the most popular car winches on the domestic market is produced in accordance with objective reality and is best adapted for operation in Russia. Affordable price and excellent quality determine the choice of lovers of off-road travel. Drum winch with worm mechanism LCHG54I "BUYVOL" is highly reliable and is also successfully used on car tow trucks.

A feature of this unit is the best efficiency of the brake system, which retains its working function under any load. The drum winder is equipped with roller guides and can use a steel cable 1 cm thick. The hydraulic drive is protected and simply stops during peak overloads, while maintaining its performance. There is no doubt about the quality and reliability of this winch - 12 months of warranty obligations from the manufacturer and positive operating experience in different conditions confirm this.

A powerful car winch designed to work in difficult conditions without roads.Regardless of the load (and it is quite enough even for a tow truck - the traction force is able to move cars weighing up to 4535 kg!), The winding speed remains unchanged. The hydraulic system is equipped with valve safety devices that prevent overloading of the equipment. For easy unwinding of the cable from the drum spool, a clutch is used - its control is located on the left side of the winch.

In addition, the device has a reliable brake and fully complies with modern safety requirements. By installing the COMEUP HV-10 on an SUV, the owner will significantly expand the ability of his vehicle to overcome the most difficult obstacles.

The best hydraulic winch in our review was the Bison 20 from Taiwan. It is equipped with a standard length drum and the first layer linear force is 9070 kg. Such power allows you to extract from the mud not only UAZs and Land Cruisers, but also trucks and tractors. The product has a new mechanical braking system and a special design of the balancing valve. The use of these innovations made it possible to reliably control the operation of the winch. A distinctive feature of the model is the high winding speed, which makes the process of moving weight fast and efficient. The powerful engine is capable to work in the most extreme conditions. The standard package includes guide rollers, cable guide, balancing valve.

Owners of the Bison 20 hydraulic winch rave about the traction, durability and design.Among the negative points, the high price and large weight of the product should be highlighted.

The best price offer among electric winches for the Sorokin 1.1t model on ATV. It is designed to pull out stuck ATVs. The pulling force of the device is limited to 1100 kg. The device is mounted on a special platform. The electric winch additionally comes with a roller broach, an aluminum hawse, a flat reinforcement block (no more than 4.5 tons). The product can be used as a lifting mechanism. In this case, the maximum load weight is reduced to 550 kg. The winch is compact and lightweight (7.8 kg).

ATV owners note the availability, functionality and reliability of the Sorokin 1.1t electric winch on ATV. It is easy to install and operate, takes up little space during transportation. The disadvantage of the model is the high noise during operation, the lack of guide rollers.

The Russian manufacturer managed to create the most durable electric winch Sprut-9000. It was possible to achieve durability in conditions of high humidity and dirt through the use of high-quality materials and a well-thought-out design. A distinctive feature of this model is the easy unwinding of the cable.The power of the electric motor (1.5 kW) is enough to create a pulling force of more than 4000 kg. This will be enough to pull cars like Niva and UAZ out of the mud. A special channel is made to fix the cable, and there are sealing cuffs in the sidewalls of the drum. You can control the device using the remote control, the cable length is 4.5 m.

Owners of domestic SUVs note the endurance of the winch, affordable price, ease of use. Octopus-9000 is not afraid of dirt and water, the model can be repaired in the field. The only downside is the modest appearance.

Winches COMEUP Seal Gen2 9.5s (12V) with a synthetic cable have long been known to domestic motorists. The Taiwanese manufacturer has repeatedly proven the effectiveness and reliability of its products at automotive events such as Tver Offroadfest and Spring Thaw. Winches are delivered to domestic auto giants UAZ and KAMAZ. This model has a pulling force of 4300 kg, and the motor is sealed. Thanks to the aluminum case, the product can withstand twice the maximum load. Ergonomically designed T-handle, which allows you to quickly unwind the cable. The winch can be used on cars with different bumpers due to the possibility of turning the gearbox housing at an angle of up to 90 degrees. The device is capable of operating under water with a depth of more than 1 m.

Motorists praise the winch for its water resistance, durability and versatility. The disadvantage is the poor rotation of the drum when unwinding the cable.

The fastest winch is the Master Winch MW X8288. A powerful power unit (6.8 hp) is complemented by a speed reducer with a gear ratio of 138. The product is equipped with a long steel cable of 32 m, which makes the winch a real lifesaver. It is able to rescue small Niva-type cars from mud captivity, since the traction force is limited to 3760 kg. The model has high consumer qualities. The device withstands the most severe temperature conditions of operation (-40...+45°С). The electric motor is powered by a 12 V on-board network. A removable control unit is included, the winch can be turned on and off using a wireless remote control.

Motorists speak positively about the performance of the Master Winch MW X8288 winch. This is winding speed, long reliable cable, ease of control. A clear disadvantage is the severity of manual winding.

The main advantage of a hand-operated drum winch is its small size and the possibility of using it both in construction and in case of unforeseen complications on the road.A force of 1.4 tons will help such vehicles as UAZ or NIVA overcome difficult sections, not to mention ordinary cars, which can also be trapped somewhere on a forest road or on the way to fishing.

A car winch uses a towing strap as a cable - it is quite enough for the maximum possible effort. When using the device for domestic purposes, the owner should remember that safe work can only be carried out in a horizontal plane. It is strictly forbidden to use the Tundra winch to lift loads to a height.

The only reason why the most powerful hand winch did not become the leader in this category is that the price is too high. Nevertheless, it is fully justified, because the performance of this equipment is superior to many hydraulic and electric winch systems. With her help, that there is an SUV - even a small commercial vehicle can free itself, getting into a quagmire off-road or completely sitting on its "belly" and hanging out its wheels. The length of the cable (its thickness is 20 mm), which is included in the kit, is more than enough, and the presence of a pin fuse (it breaks when overloaded by 25% and can be replaced during operation) in emergency situations will not at all weaken the grip of the lever winch.

Due to its heavy weight, the EURO-LIFT RX-5.4 MTM has a carrying handle.As a rule, it is most often used for industrial purposes and on construction sites - outdoor enthusiasts are also among its owners, although they are not as numerous as the models occupying the top positions in this category.

This mechanical winch features a highly reliable ratchet mechanism and is capable of generating a pulling force of 4 tons, which allows you to "rescue" most off-road models that are lucky enough to get stuck on rough terrain. For the effective operation of the lever winch, the owner may also need to use a towing tape, since the 3-meter-long steel cable present in the device (the drum coil no longer holds) may not be enough to securely engage with the fulcrum.

In addition to being used as an off-road tow truck, this equipment can be successfully used in repair and construction work for independent movement of heavy loads. The simple design and high strength of the steel used ensure the reliability of the Stayer MAXPull 4310-4 winch, demonstrating the best combination of quality and performance.

One of the most affordable lever winches does a great job of pulling a car out of impenetrable road traps. Of course, it requires certain physical efforts on the part of the owner, but this is more than offset by the price and mobility of the device, which greatly expands the scope.

The simplicity and reliability of a mechanical winch has been repeatedly tested in practice by many owners of light SUVs. It does not perform its function as quickly as models from the previous categories, but it does not require connection, as well as special installation with reference to the car frame. It is enough to have this equipment in your trunk in order to get out of a difficult situation on your own if necessary.