DW 15
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Muir DW15 drum winch
This Muir DW15 Drum Winch design for vessels 12-14m (40 – 47ft). There are a number of important criteria to be considered when choosing the correct drum winch that will meet your needs. These include the vessel size, displacement, anchor size and rode selection. Muir offers and extensive range of drum winches with models to suit boats from 12 to 14 metres (40–47ft).
Power up / Power Down Operation
If necessary the Freefall Drum Winch can be powered down without free-fall. This can be done by loosening the Declutcher with the Clutch Handle and allowing the Declutcher to drop to the bottom of the slot.
Features
- Marine grade 316 stainless steel drum
- Heavy duty, marine grade, dual-direction motor
- Superior, heavy-duty Italian drive train
- Compact Anchoring system to suit boats with no anchor rode storage
- Simple installation
Drawings
Top View

Side View

Included in the package

Circuit Breaker & Mounting Pannel

Rocker Switch

Reversing Solenoid kit

Installation/Operation booklet
| Name | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recommended Vessel Length(m) | 12-14m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 40 - 47ft |
| 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) |
| Max Load | 390Kg |
| Workload | 130Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 25m/min |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | Yes |
| Net Weight DC | 35Kg |
About
Muir DW15 drum winch
This Muir DW15 Drum Winch design for vessels 12-14m (40 – 47ft). There are a number of important criteria to be considered when choosing the correct drum winch that will meet your needs. These include the vessel size, displacement, anchor size and rode selection. Muir offers and extensive range of drum winches with models to suit boats from 12 to 14 metres (40–47ft).
Power up / Power Down Operation
If necessary the Freefall Drum Winch can be powered down without free-fall. This can be done by loosening the Declutcher with the Clutch Handle and allowing the Declutcher to drop to the bottom of the slot.
Features
- Marine grade 316 stainless steel drum
- Heavy duty, marine grade, dual-direction motor
- Superior, heavy-duty Italian drive train
- Compact Anchoring system to suit boats with no anchor rode storage
- Simple installation
Drawings
Top View

Side View

Package Inclusions
Included in the package

Circuit Breaker & Mounting Pannel

Rocker Switch

Reversing Solenoid kit

Installation/Operation booklet
Technical Specifications
| Name | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recommended Vessel Length(m) | 12-14m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 40 - 47ft |
| 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) |
| Max Load | 390Kg |
| Workload | 130Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 25m/min |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | Yes |
| Net Weight DC | 35Kg |
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Its all about being competitive but also being the best
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- John Muir
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