VC3500
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Muir VC3500 Capstans Windlass | Vessels 16-27m (51 – 86ft).
This Muir VC3500 capstan designed to suit vessels 16-27m (51 – 86ft) 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) | 16-27m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 51 - 86ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 12V, DC 24V, DC 48V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 150A/100A (12/24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 1700Watts |
| Amps Workload | 185A/90A (12/24V) |
| Hydraulic Pressure | 11MPa |
| Hydraulic Flow | 28L/min |
| Max Load | 1530Kg |
| Workload | 510Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 16m/min |
| Compatible Rope Sizes | 14 mm (9/16″) – 25 mm (1″) |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | No |
| Net Weight DC | 27Kg |
| Net Weight Hydraulic | 19Kg |
| Manual Operation | N/A |
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Muir VC3500 Capstans Windlass | Vessels 16-27m (51 – 86ft).
This Muir VC3500 capstan designed to suit vessels 16-27m (51 – 86ft) 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
Package Inclusions
Included in the package

Circuit Breaker & Mounting Pannel

Deck Switch

Installation/Operation booklet
Technical Specifications
| Name | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recommended Vessel Length(m) | 16-27m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 51 - 86ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 12V, DC 24V, DC 48V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 150A/100A (12/24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 1700Watts |
| Amps Workload | 185A/90A (12/24V) |
| Hydraulic Pressure | 11MPa |
| Hydraulic Flow | 28L/min |
| Max Load | 1530Kg |
| Workload | 510Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 16m/min |
| Compatible Rope Sizes | 14 mm (9/16″) – 25 mm (1″) |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | No |
| Net Weight DC | 27Kg |
| Net Weight Hydraulic | 19Kg |
| Manual Operation | N/A |
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Reviews
Muir windlasses offer the ultimate in anchoring performance, reliability and style.
- Rodney Jackman
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“John’s pursuit of perfection was clearly evident to me even in these early days”
- John Muir
Its all about being competitive but also being the best
“Its all about being competitive but also being the best. Best design, best quality and always reliable. The winch market has always been competitive, so you’ve got to find a way to sell it.”
- 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.”



