HR4000 Thor
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Muir HR4000 Thor Horizontal Windlass | Vessels 18–24m.
Muir HR4000 Thor horizontal windlass design for vessels 18–24m (58 – 77ft). 1700W motor, 1800kg max load, 8–16mm chain. White gloss housing with chromed bronze running 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
- 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) | 18-24m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 58 - 77ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 24V, DC 48V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 150A (24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 1700Watts |
| Amps Workload | 90A (12V) |
| Hydraulic Pressure | 12MPa |
| Hydraulic Flow | 28L/min |
| Max Load | 1800Kg |
| Workload | 600Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 17m/min |
| Compatible Chain Sizes | 8 mm (5/16") - 16 mm (5/8") |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | Yes |
| Net Weight DC | 64Kg |
| Net Weight Hydraulic | 63Kg |
| Manual Operation | MORS (std) |
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Muir HR4000 Thor Horizontal Windlass | Vessels 18–24m.
Muir HR4000 Thor horizontal windlass design for vessels 18–24m (58 – 77ft). 1700W motor, 1800kg max load, 8–16mm chain. White gloss housing with chromed bronze running 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
- 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) | 18-24m |
| Recommended Vessel Length(ft) | 58 - 77ft |
| Power Supply Options | DC 24V, DC 48V |
| Recommended Muir Circuit Breaker | 150A (24V) |
| Motor (Watts) | 1700Watts |
| Amps Workload | 90A (12V) |
| Hydraulic Pressure | 12MPa |
| Hydraulic Flow | 28L/min |
| Max Load | 1800Kg |
| Workload | 600Kg |
| Max Line Speed | 17m/min |
| Compatible Chain Sizes | 8 mm (5/16") - 16 mm (5/8") |
| Auto Anchor Compatible | Yes |
| Net Weight DC | 64Kg |
| Net Weight Hydraulic | 63Kg |
| Manual Operation | MORS (std) |
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