{"product_id":"blackhorse-racing-3500-lb-hand-winch-with-33ft-cable-hardened-dual-gears-zinc-plated-steel-frame","title":"BLACKHORSE-RACING 3500 lb Hand Winch with 33ft Cable — Hardened Dual Gears, Zinc-Plated Steel Frame","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLACKHORSE-RACING's 3500 lbs hand winch is a heavy-duty manual crank winch with a 33-foot cable and hardened dual gears designed to pull, lift, and secure loads on trailers, ATVs, boats, and trucks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact, rugged hand winch combines a zinc-plated steel frame, dual hardened gears and a comfort-grip handle to deliver controlled pulling power where electric winches aren't practical. With a 4:1\/8:1 gearing system that lets you switch between ratcheting and free-spooling modes, and a 33-foot, 5\/32\" cable with a safety hook, it balances strength, corrosion resistance and user-friendly operation for mobile and marine applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow strong is this winch and what loads can it handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BLACKHORSE-RACING manual winch is rated to 3500 pounds, suitable for many towing and hauling tasks that don’t require powered winching. The hardened-steel dual-gear train multiplies your input force and keeps the load secure when ratcheting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaximum safe load: 3500 lbs (static rating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual hardened gears with 4:1\/8:1 gearing options for mechanical advantage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for trailers, ATVs, small boats, and light truck duties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the cable and hook specifications?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winch comes with a 33-foot long, 5\/32\" diameter wire cable that reaches well into trailer or yard use. It includes a 3-3\/8\" hook with a 3\/4\" opening to fasten to anchor points and D-rings securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCable length: 33 feet; diameter: 5\/32\" for balance of flexibility and strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHook length: 3-3\/8\" with 3\/4\" opening to fit standard tie-down points\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBase footprint: 8\" x 4-3\/4\" for stable mounting on trailers and frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow durable is the construction and how does it resist corrosion?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frame and components are made from heavy-gauge steel finished with zinc plating to resist rust in outdoor and marine environments. Hardened steel gears extend service life under repeated loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeavy-gauge zinc-plated steel frame for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHardened steel dual gears resist wear under heavy use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComfort-grip handle reduces hand fatigue over repeated cranking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow easy is it to operate and switch between modes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperation is manual and straightforward: the dual gear arrangement supports a ratcheting mode for controlled lifting and a free-spool position for rapid cable release. The comfort-grip handle improves control while cranking heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManual crank with comfort grip for improved leverage and comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual gearing adapts between ratchet (secure lifting) and free-spool (fast payout)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMounting base sized for common trailer and vehicle installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? If you need a reliable, portable manual winch for occasional heavy pulling—mounting on utility trailers, securing and loading ATVs, launching small boats, or as a backup on trucks—this BLACKHORSE-RACING 3500 lb hand winch provides mechanical advantage, durable materials and a long cable without the complexity and cost of powered systems. It’s suited for homeowners, recreational vehicle owners, fishermen, landscapers, and light-duty fleet operators who value corrosion-resistant construction and simple, dependable operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this winch suitable for marine use?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The zinc-plated steel frame and hardened gears help resist corrosion, but rinse after saltwater exposure and perform regular maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I free-spool the cable for fast payout?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The dual-gear design allows switching to a free-spool mode for quick cable payout and a ratchet mode for controlled pulling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"BLACKHORSE-RACING","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48080850452638,"sku":"B07NPJWSQP","price":79.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2041\/9486\/files\/blackhorse-racing-front-view.jpg?v=1785790346","url":"https:\/\/northtrailauto.ca\/products\/blackhorse-racing-3500-lb-hand-winch-with-33ft-cable-hardened-dual-gears-zinc-plated-steel-frame","provider":"North Trail Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}