VC650
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Muir VC650 Capstan | Vessels 8-11m (26 – 39ft)
This Muir VC650 capstan designed to suit vessels up to 8-11m (26 – 39ft) 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) | 8-11m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 26 - 39ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 12V, DC 24V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 80A/80A (12/24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 800Watts |
| Amps Workload | 75A/40A (12/24V) |
| Distance From Battery to Motor (m) | 12–16 (39’–53’)m, 7 (23’)m, 8–11 (26’–36’)m |
| Cable Size (mm²) | 16mm², 25mm², 35mm² |
| Cable Size AWG | 2, 3, 5 |
| Cable Diameter (mm) | 5 (13/64”)mm, 7 (17/64”)mm, 8 (5/16”)mm |
| Solenoid Included | No |
| Max Load | 330Kg |
| Workload | 110Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 20m/min |
| Compatible Rope Sizes | 10 mm (3/8″) – 12 mm (1/2″) |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | No |
| Net Weight DC | 12Kg |
| Manual Operation | N/A |
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Muir VC650 Capstan | Vessels 8-11m (26 – 39ft)
This Muir VC650 capstan designed to suit vessels up to 8-11m (26 – 39ft) 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) | 8-11m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 26 - 39ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 12V, DC 24V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 80A/80A (12/24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 800Watts |
| Amps Workload | 75A/40A (12/24V) |
| Max Load | 330Kg |
| Workload | 110Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 20m/min |
| Compatible Rope Sizes | 10 mm (3/8″) – 12 mm (1/2″) |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | No |
| Net Weight DC | 12Kg |
| Manual Operation | N/A |
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Reviews
Muir windlasses offer the ultimate in anchoring performance, reliability and style.
- John Muir
A boat without a Muirs is like a Porsche without Wheels
“A boat without a Muirs is like a Porsche without Wheels”
- 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.”


