Bulldog Winch Powersports Series ATV Winch - Synthetic Rope - Hawse Fairlead - 3,000 lbs

Bulldog Winch Electric Winch - BDW15011

Light-duty winch with 1.2-hp, permanent magnet motor and dynamic brake lets you quickly and safely recover a stuck ATV. Sealed motor, gearbox, and contactor protect winch from the elements. Handlebar-mounted rocker switch included.

Features:

• Powersports ATV recovery winch is designed for recreation and light-duty work applications
  • Perfect for 350cc - 500cc sport quads and small utility quad 4x4s
  • Recommended for ATVs with a maximum GVW of 1,500 lbs
• 1.2-hp, Permanent magnet motor delivers fast and safe line pulling
  • Motor is lighter and uses less current than a series-wound motor
  • Sealed motor and gearbox unit keeps water out and prevents internal corrosion
• Sealed power unit with dual relays transmits power from vehicle battery to winch motor
  • Includes 60-amp and 80-amp relays
  • Mounts with included hardware under ATV's front cover or hood
• Dynamic brake holds the load while minimizing winch creep
  • Uses resistance from motor to stop drum rotation and prevent rope payout
• All-steel, single-stage planetary gear train
  • Provides increased drum speed when compared with traditional worm drives
• Rocker switch lets you control the winch from the seat of your ATV
  • Switch mounts to handlebar with included hardware
  • Wireless remote control (BDW20099 - sold separately) available
• Free-spooling clutch ensures fast rope payout and reduces wear on the motor
• 3/16" Diameter HMPE synthetic rope is strong as steel yet lightweight and safer to handle
  • 40' Long with 6' woven polyester protective sleeve
  • 1/4" Steel hook and nylon hand-saver strap included
• Heavy-duty, CNC machined billet aluminum hawse fairlead
  • Rounded fairlead hole helps prevent friction damage to rope
  • Black anodized finish resists corrosion
• Mounting channel with hardware included for winch and fairlead
  • Custom mounting plate (sold separately) may be required to mount winch and fairlead to your ATV
• Durable, black powder coated steel body and motor resist corrosion

Specs:

• Rated line pull (with a single layer of synthetic rope around the drum): 3,000 lbs (static load)
  • Maximum recommended ATV GVW: 1,500 lbs
• Motor: 12-volt DC
  • Line pull at 0 lbs:
    • Power draw: 12 amps
    • Line speed: 10-1/2 FPM
  • Line pull at 3,000 lbs:
    • Power draw: 130 amps
    • Line speed: 2-1/2 FPM
• Gear ratio: 153:1
• Duty cycle: 2 minutes on/15 minutes off
• Braking: dynamic, load holding
• Battery lead wire: 5 gauge
• Battery lead length:
  • Power unit to battery: 18"
  • Power unit to winch: 6'
• Rope dimensions: 40' long x 3/16" (4.8 mm) diameter
• Winch dimensions: 11-13/16" long x 4-5/16" wide x 4-1/8" tall
• Drum dimensions: 1-1/4" diameter x 2-13/16" long
• 2-Bolt mounting pattern (center to center): 3-3/16" x 3"
• Hawse fairlead thickness: 3/4"
• Distance between hawse fairlead mounting holes (center to center): 4-13/16"
• Winch weight (with synthetic rope installed): 16.2 lbs
• Recommended battery size (for maximum power): 650 CCA
• 2-Year limited warranty

This Powersports ATV recovery winch is designed for light-duty work and recreational applications. It's perfect for your 350cc - 500cc sport quad or small utility quad 4x4 with a maximum GVW of 1,500 lbs. It includes a handlebar-mounted rocker switch so you can control the winch from the seat of your ATV. The motor, gearbox, and contactor are sealed so you can confidently run your ATV through mud and water. And it includes a dynamic brake, a synthetic rope and hawse fairlead, and a universal mounting channel for installation.

Light-Duty, 1.2-Horsepower Motor

This winch features a 1.2-horsepower, 12-volt DC motor with 3,000 lbs of line pull. The permanent magnet motor offers the same line-pulling power and speed as a series-wound motor of comparable size, but it's lighter and uses less current. The motor and gearbox unit is sealed to keep water out, and it's constructed of durable, corrosion-resistant materials including the powder coated housing and zinc-plated steel hardware.

Power Unit with Relay Switch

The power unit contains 60- and 80-amp relay switches that transmit power from the ATV's battery to the winch motor. It has 18" leads that run to the vehicle's battery, 6' leads that run to the winch motor, and 12" leads with quick connects for the handlebar-mounted rocker switch. It will typically be mounted with included hardware under the ATV's front cover or hood near the battery.

The power unit has a weather-resistant seal between the lid and base and rubber seals where the wires enter the box. Both relay switches have an electronic assembly that has been filled with an epoxy pour to create a waterproof seal.

Free-Spooling Clutch

The free-spool clutch enables you to pull out the rope by hand. This saves battery power, prevents the brake from wearing down prematurely, reduces wear on the motor, and is much faster than waiting for the drum to power out the rope. To release the clutch for free-spooling simply pull out the hard plastic knob and rotate it 90 degrees so that the pins on the shaft rest against the catch. To reengage the clutch, rotate the knob 90 degrees and push it back in.

The clutch is driven by a single-stage planetary gear train. This provides more speed than traditional worm gear drives.

Dynamic Brake

The dynamic brake uses resistance from the winch motor to control line speed. When the winch is pulling the rope in there is no resistance on the drum. As you start to slow the pull with the rocker switch the motor slows the drum's rotation. When the power is stopped the drum does not turn and the load is held in place.

Since there is no physical brake device the winch is lighter and has a smaller profile than winches with a mechanical braking system. This makes it easier to mount in places with limited space available.

Handlebar-Mounted Rocker Switch

The handlebar-mounted rocker switch lets you operate the winch from the seat of your ATV. It includes mounting hardware and an 8' wiring harnesss with quick connects.

There is also a wireless remote kit (BDW20099 - sold separately) that lets you control the winch from up to 100' away.

Synthetic Rope

The synthetic rope is made of HMPE fiber that is lightweight yet stronger than steel. This synthetic rope is safer to use than a steel rope because it generates less kinetic energy - and therefore less kickback - if a break occurs. It won't stretch - or creep - over time like steel rope can. And it's also less likely to fray and create sharp strands so it's easier to handle and easier to spool.

The rope winds around a solid steel drum. The mounting flanges are strong enough to resist bending or breaking if the rope wrap becomes uneven and excess stress is put on the drum.

A 6' woven polyester protective sleeve at the hook end of the rope provides extra protection for your hands. A hand-saver strap is also included to use in conjunction with work gloves (BDW20070 - sold separately) so that you can safely handle the rope and hook.

The removable clevis hook is made of high-strength forged alloy steel that is heavy duty and rust resistant. It has a spring-loaded safety latch for quick fastening and removal. The hook attaches to the steel thimble on the end of the synthetic rope.

Hawse Fairlead

This winch includes a CNC machine billet aluminum hawse fairlead that is designed to be used with synthetic rope. It helps guide the rope as it's winding in and out, and it has a rounded hole to help prevent wear. The 3/4" thick fairlead has a black anodized finish that resists corrosion, and it installs with zinc-plated hardware.

Note: The hawse fairlead does not mount directly to the winch - it typically mounts to the included channel or to tabs on a custom mounting plate (sold separately). Bulldog Winch mounting plates - as well as most other aftermarket mounts - include these tabs.

Rugged Construction

The winch is constructed of strong, durable materials that are able to withstand any weather condition or terrain. The motor and gearbox unit is sealed to keep water out, and it's made of corrosion-resistant powder coated steel.

Installation

To install the winch on the front of your vehicle you will need a suitable mounting location. The winch and fairlead may be bolted to the included mounting channel. This mounting channel is a basic L-channel and may not be compatible with your ATV. In most cases you will need to bolt a custom mounting plate (sold separately) to the front framework of your ATV in order to mount the winch and fairlead.

The power unit will typically mount under the front cover or hood near the battery. You will need to drill 2 small holes in the mounting surface to secure the unit with the included hardware. Connect the 18" leads to your vehicle's battery and run the 6' leads to the winch terminals. Any excess wiring can be neatly tucked around the engine and secured with zip ties (not included).

You can mount the rocker switch on either handlebar but it's typically mounted near the brake on the handlebar opposite the throttle. This allows you to control the winch and accelerate the ATV at the same time. It includes mounting hardware and an 8' wiring harnesss that connects to the contactor with built-in quick connects.

Winch Line Pull Capacity

The line pull capacity of your winch is determined by the maximum load your winch can pull with a single layer of rope on the drum. As more layers of rope are wound onto the drum, pulling the same load requires more force, leading to a loss in winching power. With a 2nd layer of rope around the drum, your line pull capacity is reduced by approximately 14 percent. With 3 layers on the drum, the line pull capacity is reduced by approximately 23 percent, and with 4 layers on the drum it is reduced by approximately 35 percent.

Note: It is recommended that you begin any line pull with a minimum of 5 wraps and a maximum of 2 layers of rope on the drum.

Double-Line Pulling

Increase the pulling capacity of your winch by doubling up the rope with a pulley block (BDW20023 - sold separately). Secure the pulley block to a tree saver strap (BDW20051 - sold separately) with a bow shackle (BDW20006 - sold separately) to provide a strong anchor for your double-line pull. Or use the Bulldog Winch 7-piece rigging kit (BDW20034 - sold separately) that includes everything you need for heavy-duty recovery. Using double-line operation will approximately double your winch's pulling capacity.

15011 Bulldog Winch Powersports Series ATV Recovery Winch - Synthetic Rope - Hawse Fairlead - 3,000 lbs