Muir Reliable VC850 Capstan | Vessels 9-14m (29 – 45ft)
This Muir VC850 Capstan designed to suit vessels up to 9-14m (29 – 45ft) the Muir range of capstans provide reliable and heavy duty operation for mooring, warping and anchoring for all recreational and commercial applications. Efficient and quick they can be installed independently or as a complete system with windlasses. Manufactured to the highest quality standard, featuring heavy chrome and gear drive assembly. Accommodating varying deck thicknesses, they are popular for line hauling and fishing purposes. Available in 12 & 24 volt, Hydraulic & AC options.
Features
- Deck hugging snag free design
- Luxury chrome finish over marine grade bronze or 316 Stainless steel on some models
- Knurled or Fluted Capstan Drum
- Heavy duty dual direction motor in 12 & 24V, AC & Hydraulic
- Stainless steel shaft
- Stainless steel mounting bolts
- Installation/Operation booklet
Drawings
Top View
Side View
Included in the package
Circuit Breaker & Mounting Pannel
Deck Switch
Installation/Operation booklet
| Name | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recommended Vessel Length(m) | 9-14m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 29 - 45ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 12V, DC 24V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 100A/80A (12/24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 1200Watts |
| Amps Workload | 125A/60A (12/24V) |
| Max Load | 447Kg |
| Workload | 149Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 24m/min |
| Compatible Rope Sizes | 10 mm (3/8″) – 14 mm (9/16″) |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | No |
| Net Weight DC | 16Kg |
| Manual Operation | N/A |
Some of our Capstan installs
Reviews
Muir windlasses offer the ultimate in anchoring performance, reliability and style.
- David McQueen
Remarkable Equipment
“This remarkable equipment has come out of a little place called Tasmania, which half the world doesn’t even know exists; out of a place called Kingston, which people definitely don’t know of; and its sold by these funny Tasmanians who are dogmatic, passionate and brilliant at what they do. They’re the ultimate product”
- Toby Richardson
we’ve always had a good working relationship
“we’ve always had a good working relationship with Muir. Never a problem, and never any reasons for there to be one, because their product is very good.”
- Rober Clifford,
I still have great pleasure in specifying Muir winches
“Muir engineering have gone on to establish a global reputation as one of, if not the best, in the business... I still have great pleasure in specifying Muir winches on Incat new builds”
