Getting stuck is part and parcel of the experience once you start venturing off-road in earnest. A good winch is the difference between getting yourself out or having to wait for help. In this category, part of recovery & winches, you’ll find electric winches from BST, Gigglepin and Husar, suitable for virtually any off-road vehicle, from everyday use to the toughest competitive conditions.
The range starts with electric winches offering a pulling capacity of 12,000 lbs, available in both single- and dual-motor versions and fitted with synthetic rope. A dual-motor winch pulls faster and offers more reserve capacity, which is particularly useful for repeated use or when winching a heavier vehicle. For most 4x4s and everyday off-road use, a reliable single-motor winch is more than adequate. When choosing a winch, always consider the pulling capacity in relation to the weight of your vehicle: as a rule of thumb, you should aim for a pulling capacity of at least one and a half to two times the vehicle’s weight.
For those who demand the very best from their winch, there is the Gigglepin GP100 Twin Motor Competition Winch. This winch has been developed for competition use, where speed and pulling power under extreme conditions are crucial. It’s a significant investment, but for those who take 4x4 to the absolute limit, this is one of the most renowned names in the competitive world, with a reputation forged in the toughest off-road competitions.
A winch draws a lot of power, especially under heavy load. That’s why you’ll find 105Ah semi-traction batteries here, specially designed for winch operation, along with wireless remote controls and brackets for the safety switch. This ensures your winch has sufficient power available when you need it, without the rest of your electrical system being affected. For the rest of your electrical fit-out, do take a look at Electrical & Lighting, so that the winch, battery and lighting are properly coordinated.
A winch works best when used with the right accessories. So be sure to also check out winch accessories for cables, shackles and fairleads, and at recovery equipment for the rest of the equipment you’ll need to free a car that’s got stuck.
When choosing a winch, you should pay particular attention to the pulling force in relation to the weight of your car, the type of cable (synthetic or steel) and the mounting options on your bumper. A synthetic winch cable is lighter and safer in the event of breakage than a steel cable, whilst a steel cable is more resistant to abrasion from sharp edges.
Are you unsure which winch is right for your 4x4 and your needs? Our team will be happy to advise you, so you can head off-road with confidence – even if things go wrong and you need to get yourself out of a tight spot.
