Determining Which Winch Works Best For Loading Crownline 235SS Weighing 5000lbs

Question:

Trying to pick out the right boat winch for a Crownline 235 ss its a 5000 pound boat dry weight

asked by: Jason H

Expert Reply:

I would be happy to recommend a winch compatible with your Crownline 235SS weighing in at 5000lbs.

The rating of the winch needed will greatly depend on the style of bunks on your trailer.

Generally the ratio for a winch is 2 to 1 but with roller bunks and a short winching distance this changes to 3 to 1, and if you have wooden bunks and a long winching distance the ratio changes to 1 to 1.

With all of that in mind for a 5000lb boat I recommend the Fulton XLT 2-Speed Trailer Winch - 10" Long Handle - 20' Strap - Zinc # F142425 which has a 3200lb rating. This winch has a low speed for when you need extra mechanical advantage to get the boat loaded, and a high speed when you need to quickly take up slack.

The included strap is perfect for boat trailers as it will not scratch or damage your boat if it rubs against it and is also much more resistant to water compared to a steel cable.

I included a video of the # F142425 for you to take a look at.