Powerwinch Class 36' Automatic Helm-Operated Free-Fall Windlass

The Safest Way to Anchor!

The Powerwinch Anchor Winch 36 Class Windlass- P77736 is an automatic, horizontal free-fall anchor winch designed for boats up to 36 feet. It uses a power-in, freewheel-out operation that enables rapid anchor deployment from the helm without consuming battery power during the drop.

• Free-Fall System anchors up to 300'/min - Up to four times faster than powering down
• Exclusive stainless steel rope & chain guidance system - Durable materials stand up to years of use
• Ultra smooth motor uses less amps - Free-fall does not need battery power so it preserves your battery
• Built with durable stainless steel fasteners - Resists corrosion for easy removal
• Watertight seals - For additional protection against corrosion
• One piece motor plate - For smooth power transmission & improved gear life
• Heat treated oil-impregnated gear systems -Smoother operation, resists corrosion, lasts longer
• Stainless steel drive shafts - For years of smooth, reliable performance
• Replaceable Rode-Glide - Smoothly channels rope and chain below deck
• Use tapered back splice - For smooth rope-to-chain transition

Technical Specifications

• Pulling Power: 775 lbs.
• Retrieval Speed: 80 feet per minute
• Anchoring (Drop) Speed: Up to 250–300 feet per minute via the free-fall system
• Required Line / Rope: 1/2" Premium Medium Lay Nylon (requires a tapered back splice for rope-to-chain transition)
• Required Chain: 1/4" Hi-test ACCO G4
• Current Draw: 8–12 Amps average during retrieval
• Circuit Breaker: 25 Amp auto-reset thermal breaker (standard equipped)
• Required Wire Size: 8 gauge for runs up to 50 feet; 6 gauge for runs over 50 feet
• Dimensions & Weight: 10-9/16" L x 7" W x 6-5/16" H; unit weighs 22 lbs.

Key Features

• Patented Free-Fall System: Released by holding the helm rocker switch for 5 seconds, the anchor drops quickly to minimize drifting and automatically stops when the anchor hits bottom.
• Marine-Grade Construction: Built with an electro-plated stainless-steel rope and chain guidance system, stainless steel drive shafts, and watertight housing seals to maximize corrosion resistance.
• Smooth Transmission: Features a heat-treated, oil-impregnated gear system mounted on a one-piece motor plate to prolong gear life and optimize torque distribution.
• Replaceable Rode-Glide: Uses an engineered resin channel to guide the anchor line smoothly below deck and protect the deck profile.

Included in the Box

The standard package typically includes the windlass unit, a helm-operated rocker switch, a 25A thermal circuit breaker, and 5/16"-18 stainless steel mounting hardware. The rope and chain rode must be purchased separately.