HR2500 Cheetah
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Muir HR2500 Cheetah Horizontal Windlass | Yachts 13–17m.
Muir HR2500 Cheetah horizontal windlass design for vessels 13–17m (42 – 55ft). 1500W motor, 1200kg max load, 12V–48V DC and hydraulic. White gloss housing with chromed bronze gear.
Features
- Durable marine-grade white gloss composite housing
- Luxury chromed marine grade bronze / 316 Stainless steel running gear
- High tensile stainless steel shaft
- Heavy duty, marine grade, dual-direction motor
- Superior, heavy-duty Italian drive train
- Gypsy lock/pawl
- Chain pipe & peeler
- Independent gypsy and capstan operation
- Front double twin footings
- Suits multiple global chain standards
- Deck Isolation Pad Included
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| Name | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recommended Vessel Length(m) | 13-17m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 42 - 55ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 12V, DC 24V, DC 48V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 150A/100A (12/24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 1500Watts |
| Amps Workload | 150A/75A (12/24V) |
| Distance From Battery to Motor (m) | 7 (23’)m, 9 – 17 (30’ – 55’)m |
| Cable Size (mm²) | 25mm², 50mm² |
| Cable Size AWG | 1/0, 3 |
| Cable Diameter (mm) | 10 (3/8”)mm, 8 (5/16”)mm |
| Solenoid Included | No |
| Hydraulic Pressure | 10MPa |
| Hydraulic Flow | 20L/min |
| Max Load | 1200Kg |
| Workload | 400Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 28m/min |
| Compatible Chain Sizes | 8 mm (5/16") - 13 mm (1/2") |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | Yes |
| Net Weight DC | 36Kg |
| Net Weight Hydraulic | 35Kg |
| Manual Operation | MORS (std) |
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Muir HR2500 Cheetah Horizontal Windlass | Yachts 13–17m.
Muir HR2500 Cheetah horizontal windlass design for vessels 13–17m (42 – 55ft). 1500W motor, 1200kg max load, 12V–48V DC and hydraulic. White gloss housing with chromed bronze gear.
Features
- Durable marine-grade white gloss composite housing
- Luxury chromed marine grade bronze / 316 Stainless steel running gear
- High tensile stainless steel shaft
- Heavy duty, marine grade, dual-direction motor
- Superior, heavy-duty Italian drive train
- Gypsy lock/pawl
- Chain pipe & peeler
- Independent gypsy and capstan operation
- Front double twin footings
- Suits multiple global chain standards
- Deck Isolation Pad Included
Drawings
Top View
Side View
Technical Specifications
| Name | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recommended Vessel Length(m) | 13-17m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 42 - 55ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 12V, DC 24V, DC 48V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 150A/100A (12/24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 1500Watts |
| Amps Workload | 150A/75A (12/24V) |
| Hydraulic Pressure | 10MPa |
| Hydraulic Flow | 20L/min |
| Max Load | 1200Kg |
| Workload | 400Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 28m/min |
| Compatible Chain Sizes | 8 mm (5/16") - 13 mm (1/2") |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | Yes |
| Net Weight DC | 36Kg |
| Net Weight Hydraulic | 35Kg |
| Manual Operation | MORS (std) |
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