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Muir Windlass Selection Tool

Selecting the correct anchor winch or windlass depends on vessel length, weight, and chain size. Choosing the wrong gear can lead to premature wear, poor performance, or even safety issues. This guide ensures you choose the right Muir anchoring system for your vessel.

Enter Your Vessel Details

The calculator below uses your vessel length, chain standard, size, length, and anchor weight to determine a total system load and recommend two suitable windlass options. Each option includes the required working load and compatible gypsy for your specific chain and anchor setup.

  • The first option is the closest match to your calculated working load.

  • The second option offers additional power for heavy vessels — ideal if you need the extra performance or plan to upgrade your chain length in the future.

If you expect to add more chain or upgrade your anchor in the future, enter those values now to ensure you select a windlass with sufficient power for your desired setup.

Please note: Gypsies are specific to chain standards and dimensions. While Muir offers a full range of gypsies, changing your chain type may also require a new one. Even if two chains share the same nominal size, variations in standard or pitch can affect compatibility — always confirm before purchasing to avoid unnecessary replacements or additional costs.

Windlass

Required Minimum Work Load (Kg)

Capstan

Vessel Size (m)

Enter the size of your vessel to select the appropriate capstan.

Filter By Vessel Min Size

Vertical Windlasses

Manual Vertical VM/VMC500 / Precision engineering razor blades and replacement cartridges by Muir Engineering.
Manual Vertical VM/VMC500
Vessel Length
6 - 12m
Chain Sizes
6 mm (1/4“), 8 mm (5/16“), 10 mm (3/8”)
Storm VR600 / Storm VFF600 / Precision engineering industrial machinery part.
Storm VR600
Vessel Length
5 - 9m
Work Load
124Kg
Chain Sizes
6 mm (1/4“), 7 mm (7/25")
Motor (Watts)
550Watts
Storm VR600 / Storm VFF600 / Precision engineering industrial machinery part.
Storm VFF600
Vessel Length
5 - 9m
Work Load
123Kg
Chain Sizes
6 mm (1/4“), 7 mm (7/25")
Motor (Watts)
550Watts
Storm VR/VRC850 / Storm VR/VRC1250 / Storm VR/VRC2200 / A Muir VR series (gypsy-only) and VRC series (capstan and gypsy) 850 - 2200 vertical windlass shown side-by-side for comparison.
Storm VR/VRC850
Vessel Length
8 - 11m
Work Load
150Kg
Chain Sizes
6 mm (1/4“), 8 mm (5/16“), 10 mm (3/8”)
Motor (Watts)
800Watts
Storm VR/VRC850 / Storm VR/VRC1250 / Storm VR/VRC2200 / A Muir VR series (gypsy-only) and VRC series (capstan and gypsy) 850 - 2200 vertical windlass shown side-by-side for comparison.
Storm VR/VRC1250
Vessel Length
10 - 13m
Work Load
207Kg
Chain Sizes
6 mm (1/4“), 8 mm (5/16“), 10 mm (3/8”)
Motor (Watts)
1200Watts
Storm VR/VRC850 / Storm VR/VRC1250 / Storm VR/VRC2200 / A Muir VR series (gypsy-only) and VRC series (capstan and gypsy) 850 - 2200 vertical windlass shown side-by-side for comparison.
Storm VR/VRC2200
Vessel Length
12 - 15m
Work Load
367Kg
Chain Sizes
6 mm (1/4“), 8 mm (5/16“), 10 mm (3/8”)
Motor (Watts)
1500Watts
Storm VR/VRC2500 / Storm VR/VRC3500 / Storm VR/VRC4000 / A Muir VR2500 and a Muir VRC2500 vertical windlass shown side-by-side on a white background.
Storm VR/VRC2500
Vessel Length
14 - 20m
Work Load
400Kg
Chain Sizes
8 mm (5/16“), 11mm (7/16“), 10 mm (3/8”), 13 mm (1/2”)
Motor (Watts)
1500Watts
Storm VR/VRC2500 / Storm VR/VRC3500 / Storm VR/VRC4000 / A Muir VR2500 and a Muir VRC2500 vertical windlass shown side-by-side on a white background.
Storm VR/VRC3500
Vessel Length
15 - 24m
Work Load
550Kg
Chain Sizes
8 mm (5/16“), 11mm (7/16“), 12 mm (15/32"), 10 mm (3/8”), 13 mm (1/2”)
Motor (Watts)
1700Watts
Storm VR/VRC2500 / Storm VR/VRC3500 / Storm VR/VRC4000 / A Muir VR2500 and a Muir VRC2500 vertical windlass shown side-by-side on a white background.
Storm VR/VRC4000
Vessel Length
18 - 25m
Work Load
700Kg
Chain Sizes
8 mm (5/16“), 10 mm (3/8”), 13 mm (1/2”), 12 mm (15/32")
Motor (Watts)
2200Watts

Horizontal Windlasses

HR/HC650 / HR/HC950 / Precision motorised control unit for industrial automation - Muir Engineering solutions.
HR/HC650Check Options
Vessel Length
5 - 9m
Work Load
123Kg
Chain Sizes
6 mm (1/4“), 8 mm (5/16“)
Motor (Watts)
550Watts
HR/HC650 / HR/HC950 / Precision motorised control unit for industrial automation - Muir Engineering solutions.
HR/HC950Check Options
Vessel Length
7 - 11m
Work Load
154.7Kg
Chain Sizes
6 mm (1/4“), 8 mm (5/16“)
Motor (Watts)
750Watts
HR1200 Stainless / HR1600 Stainless / Precision CNC machined mechanical part from Muir Engineering, showcasing industrial engineering expertise.
HR1200 StainlessCheck Options
Vessel Length
8 - 12m
Work Load
166Kg
Chain Sizes
6 mm (1/4“), 8 mm (5/16“), 10 mm (3/8”)
Motor (Watts)
800Watts
HR1200 Stainless / HR1600 Stainless / Precision CNC machined mechanical part from Muir Engineering, showcasing industrial engineering expertise.
HR1600 StainlessCheck Options
Vessel Length
12 - 16m
Chain Sizes
6 mm (1/4“), 8 mm (5/16“), 10 mm (3/8”)
HR1600 Cougar / HR2500 Cheetah / Precision industrial geared motor for manufacturing and automation applications.
HR2500 CheetahCheck Options
Vessel Length
13 - 17m
Work Load
400Kg
Chain Sizes
8 mm (5/16“), 10 mm (3/8”), 13 mm (1/2”)
Motor (Watts)
1500Watts
HR3500 Jaguar / High-precision industrial milling machine for manufacturing and engineering applications.
HR3500 JaguarCheck Options
Vessel Length
14 - 20m
Work Load
550Kg
Chain Sizes
8 mm (5/16“), 10 mm (3/8”), 13 mm (1/2”)
Motor (Watts)
1700Watts
HR4000 Thor / HR4200 Thor / Precision mechanical part for engineering applications.
HR4000 ThorCheck Options
Vessel Length
18 - 24m
Work Load
600Kg
Chain Sizes
8 mm (5/16“), 10 mm (3/8”), 13 mm (1/2”), 16 mm (5/8”)
Motor (Watts)
1700Watts
HR4000 Thor / HR4200 Thor / Precision mechanical part for engineering applications.
HR4200 ThorCheck Options
Vessel Length
18 - 24m
Work Load
700Kg
Chain Sizes
8 mm (5/16“), 10 mm (3/8”), 13 mm (1/2”), 16 mm (5/8”)
Motor (Watts)
2200Watts

Capstans

VC800 / Precision industrial pulley with stainless steel finish for engineering applications.
VC800 Inline CapstanCheck Options
Vessel Length
6 - 11m
Work Load
80Kg
Motor (Watts)
900Watts
VC500 / VC650 / VC850 / Shiny metal MUIR engineering component with engraved branding.
VC500Check Options
Vessel Length
5 - 9m
Work Load
50Kg
Motor (Watts)
550Watts
VC500 / VC650 / VC850 / Shiny metal MUIR engineering component with engraved branding.
VC650Check Options
Vessel Length
8 - 11m
Work Load
110Kg
Motor (Watts)
800Watts
VC500 / VC650 / VC850 / Shiny metal MUIR engineering component with engraved branding.
VC850Check Options
Vessel Length
9 - 14m
Work Load
149Kg
Motor (Watts)
1200Watts
VC2500 / VC3500 / High-pressure pump for industrial applications, branded Muir Engineering, in white with warning labels.
VC2500Check Options
Vessel Length
14 - 22m
Work Load
395Kg
Motor (Watts)
1500Watts
VC2500 / VC3500 / High-pressure pump for industrial applications, branded Muir Engineering, in white with warning labels.
VC3500Check Options
Vessel Length
16 - 27m
Work Load
510Kg
Motor (Watts)
1700Watts
VC4000 / High-pressure industrial jet pump for water transfer and fluid handling.
VC4000Check Options
Vessel Length
22 - 40m
Work Load
750Kg
Motor (Watts)
2200Watts
VC6000 Tall Drum capstan / Precision industrial valve actuator for engineering applications at Muir Engineering.
VC6000 Tall DrumCheck Options
Vessel Length
31 - 52m
Work Load
2138Kg
Motor (Watts)
6000Watts

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