Harken Radial 70 2-Speed Aluminum Winch (70.2STA)
- Brand:
- Harken
- Part no:
- 70.2STA
Where to buy
Specifications
- Size
- 70
- Speeds
- 2
- Self-tailing
- Yes
- Gear ratio
- 5.7:1/18.5:1
This is the Harken Radial 70, a two-speed winch with an aluminum drum, made for line from 3/8 to 11/16 inch. Diagonal ribs on the drum add grip while keeping wear on the line down, and the aluminum drum adds weight savings. The top comes out as one unit for seasonal servicing, which makes putting it back together simple. Composite roller bearings cut friction under load, and the gears and pins that carry the load are 17-4PH stainless steel.
Our take
The 70's drum takes line from 3/8 to 11/16 inch, and its diagonal ribs are there to grip while cutting line wear. Aluminum keeps the drum light, and the lift-out top simplifies seasonal servicing.
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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