How Many Cold Cranking Amps Does a 2,500 Lb Winch Require

Question:

How much cranking amp battery to run a 2500 winch

asked by: Tammy

Expert Reply:

There is not a standard cold cranking amp rating for all 2,500 lb winches. They will each be different as they do not all draw the same amount of power, therefore the manufacturer will specify this. If you take a look in the owner's manual for the winch you have then it should give a recommend cold cranking amp rating for the battery but if not you would need to contact the manufacturer and ask them.

For reference, the Bulldog Winch Powersports Series ATV Winch part # BDW15006 has a 2,500 lb capacity and recommends using a battery with at least 650 cold cranking amps to power it.

expert reply by: Conner L

Larry S.

2/15/2020

Can you tell me if the BDW15006 would fit my 2004 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO and what else would I need besides the mount. Thanks Larry

Jason S.

2/17/2020

The Bulldog Winch Powersports Series ATV Winch - Wire Rope - Roller Fairlead - 2,500 lbs # BDW15006 will fit your 2004 Polaris Sportsman 500. You will also want the custom fit mount # BDW15159 for the perfect fit. I've attached a video of a very similar installation to assist.

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