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Design Features
- Proven 40-ton holding capacity ensures secure barge connections in demanding marine conditions
- Precision double-dog ratchet design delivers industry-leading resolution for superior final tensioning
- Large ratchet lever provides maximum leverage for controlled tensioning
- Hand-operated brake lever allows for smooth, controlled load release
- Hand wheel with spinner knob enables rapid slack take-up and positioning
- Easy-off single fastener hand wheel allows for quick removal and maintenance access
- Front-mounted cable guard ensures proper cable alignment during operation
- Durable machine-cut gearing features a heat-treated steel pinion and cast steel driven gear for long service life
- Bronze shaft bushings provide long-lasting wear resistance and smooth operation
- Easy-access grease zerk fittings allow for convenient lubrication of shaft bushings, dogs, and dog release lever
- Hot-dip galvanized finish provides exceptional corrosion protection in harsh marine environments
- Compact, low-profile design conserves valuable deck space
- Fully enclosed drum and gearing enhance operator safety and protect components from the elements
- Open-bottom design allows for easy cleanout of debris and water, reducing maintenance downtime
Description
UMC’s barge connecting winches have been trusted across North and South America for decades. Built from premium materials and engineered for long-lasting, trouble-free operation, these
winches are purpose-built for secure barge coupling using wire rope. Typically installed on the port and starboard fore and aft barge corners, UMC winches deliver reliable performance in the most demanding marine environments. Contact us today to find the right winch for your specific application.
UMC’s barge connecting winches have been trusted across North and South America for decades. Built from premium materials and engineered for long-lasting, trouble-free operation, these
winches are purpose-built for secure barge coupling using wire rope. Typically installed on the port and starboard fore and aft barge corners, UMC winches deliver reliable performance in the most demanding marine environments. Contact us today to find the right winch for your specific application.
Key Features
Holding Dog/Brake Capacity: 40 tons.
Typical Line Tension: 10,000 lbs.
Holding Dog/Brake Capacity: 40 tons.
Typical Line Tension: 10,000 lbs.
Drum Flange Diameter: 14 in.
Drum Dimensions: 7 in. OD x 6.86 in. Wide
Drum Capacity 3/4″: 95′
Drum Capacity 7/8″: 85′
Drum Capacity 1″: 70′
Drum Capacity 7/8″: 85′
Drum Capacity 1″: 70′
Overall Dimensions
20.5 in. Wide x 24.2 in. Long x 24.2 in. High.
Application
Barge Connecting Winches are designed primarily to be used with wire rope for barge coupling. They are typically placed on the port and starboard corners of the line deck and stern of a barge.
Barge Connecting Winches are designed primarily to be used with wire rope for barge coupling. They are typically placed on the port and starboard corners of the line deck and stern of a barge.

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Weld- Down
D-Ring
Model Number | Part Number | Description | Handeling | Weight Total Lbs (Kgs.) | Autocad PDF/DXF/XML |
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UMC-BC-40-S-RH | 08321-105R | 40 Ton Manual Swivel Winch (Galvanized) | RH | 437 (198) | |
UMC-BC-40-S-LH | 08321-105L | 40 Ton Manual Swivel Winch (Galvanized) | LH | 437 (198) | |
UMC-BC-40-D-RH | 08321-106R | 40 Ton Manual D-Ring Winch (Galvanized) | RH | 440 (200) | |
UMC-BC-40-D-LH | 08321-106L | 40 Ton Manual D-Ring Winch (Galvanized) | LH | 440 (200) | |
UMC-BC-40-W-RH | 08321-114L | 40 Ton Manual Weld-Down Winch (Galvanized) | RH | 502 (228) | |
UMC-BC-40-W-LH | 08321-114L | 40 Ton Manual Weld-Down Winch (Galvanized) | LH | 502 (228) |