Andersen 28ST Self-Tailing Manual Winch, Full Stainless
- Brand:
- Andersen
- Part no:
- RA2028010000
Image: Fisheries Supply
Where to buy
Specifications
- Size
- 28
- Speeds
- 2
- Self-tailing
- Yes
- Drive
- Manual
- Gear ratio
- 1st 1.3:1, 2nd 4:1
- Drum
- Stainless
The Andersen 28ST is a two-speed, self-tailing manual winch in full stainless. Its drum has vertical ribs on a smooth surface, and the self-tailing arms can be set through 360 degrees. Power ratios are 9.5:1 in first and 28.6:1 in second, with gear ratios of 1.3:1 and 4:1. It takes line from 5/16 to 9/16 in and weighs 8.6 lb. The maker says it only needs servicing every 2 years.
Our take
The 28ST's drum gets its grip from vertical ribs on a smooth surface rather than a rough texture, so it is meant to be easy on the line. In second speed the power ratio is 28.6:1, which is the gear to reach for under heavy load.
From our buying guide
A winch's size number sits close to its top power ratio, though not exactly, and first-gear ratios vary more between brands. Each maker publishes its own sizing chart, so use the chart from the maker you're buying.
Check before you buy:
- It fits your existing holes, since same-size winches from different makers need not share a bolt circle.
- The self-tailing jaws take your rope, since they have a range.
- You have the right bolts. Harken does not supply them, and the makers disagree about countersunk heads.
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