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Muir VC4000 Capstan | Vessels 22-40m (72 – 131ft).
This Muir VC4000 capstan designed to suit vessels 22-40m (72 – 131ft) 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 | Options |
|
• Deck hugging snag free design • Unit can be mounted horizontally • Luxury chrome finish over marine grade bronze or 316 Stainless steel on some models • Capstan features heavy duty knurled finish for increased grip • Heavy duty dual direction motor in 12 & 24V, AC & Hydraulic • Stainless steel shaft • Stainless steel mounting bolts • Installation/Operation booklet |
• Inline drive options see page 26 • AC option (VC2500/3500/4000) • Traditional polished bronze finish • Heavier duty motor for lifting and fishing use • Extra deck clearance kit for any deck thickness • Full range of accessories including rope, snubber kits and deck switches • Electric & hydraulic operating options & accessories |
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| Name | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recommended Vessel Length(m) | 22-40m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 72 - 131ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 12V, DC 24V, DC 48V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 150A (24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 2200Watts |
| Distance From Battery to Motor (m) | 7 (23’)m, 9 – 17 (30’ – 55’)m |
| Cable Size (mm²) | 25mm², 35mm² |
| Cable Size AWG | 2, 3 |
| Cable Diameter (mm) | 10 (3/8”)mm, 8 (5/16”)mm |
| Solenoid Included | No |
| Hydraulic Pressure | 175MPa |
| Hydraulic Flow | 22L/min |
| Workload | 750Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 15m/min |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | Yes |
| Net Weight DC | 62Kg |
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Muir VC4000 Capstan | Vessels 22-40m (72 – 131ft).
This Muir VC4000 capstan designed to suit vessels 22-40m (72 – 131ft) 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 | Options |
|
• Deck hugging snag free design • Unit can be mounted horizontally • Luxury chrome finish over marine grade bronze or 316 Stainless steel on some models • Capstan features heavy duty knurled finish for increased grip • Heavy duty dual direction motor in 12 & 24V, AC & Hydraulic • Stainless steel shaft • Stainless steel mounting bolts • Installation/Operation booklet |
• Inline drive options see page 26 • AC option (VC2500/3500/4000) • Traditional polished bronze finish • Heavier duty motor for lifting and fishing use • Extra deck clearance kit for any deck thickness • Full range of accessories including rope, snubber kits and deck switches • Electric & hydraulic operating options & accessories |
Drawings
Top View
Side View
Technical Specifications
| Name | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recommended Vessel Length(m) | 22-40m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 72 - 131ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 12V, DC 24V, DC 48V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 150A (24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 2200Watts |
| Hydraulic Pressure | 175MPa |
| Hydraulic Flow | 22L/min |
| Workload | 750Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 15m/min |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | Yes |
| Net Weight DC | 62Kg |
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Reviews
Muir windlasses offer the ultimate in anchoring performance, reliability and style.
- Alan Stever
Stebercraft vessels
“Stebercraft vessels are built to rigid design and exacting marine standards… we will still be supporting Muir Winches ‘til the cows come home”
- Paul Goss,
Our Muir capstans and windlasses have served us well over the years
“Our Muir capstans and windlasses have served us well over the years, and will continue to do so for a long time to come. Give me plenty of good chain and the right gear to handle it, every time” (in reference to a stormy night at sea)
- 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.”