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Vehicle Winch

A vehicle winch is a motor-driven drum with rope or cable used to pull the vehicle out of difficult places.

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What is Vehicle Winch?

Its rated pull should be clearly above the vehicle’s weight. Synthetic rope is lighter and safer than steel cable. It is often mounted in the front bumper. Winching in short sections with the engine running keeps the battery charged.

How it works

An electric or hydraulic motor turns the drum through reduction gears to pull the rope.

Why it matters for your car

Wear gloves and keep people out of the rope line. Do not wrap the rope around itself; use a tree strap.

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