Which winch to choose for UAZ - review of popular models

Winch RedBTR HUNTER 9.5

Reliable winch in a stylish design
Powerful winch with a large supply of cable. This model has proven itself well and since 2021 it has been installed on, in particular, the UAZ SGR Combi Expedition (prepared factory Loaf). Radio remote control included. 1 year warranty from the manufacturer. For reinforced and ready for any off-road Loaves, I want to offer models with a thrust of 12,000 lbs.

Design and structure

If you need to make a winch for a car or an ATV, especially if you are regularly involved in extreme sports, then first of all decide on the weight that the winch will need to lift. For example, the average weight of an ATV is only 400 kg, so a winch with a traction force of up to 700 kg or 1 ton is sufficient for it. If we are talking about a car, then a more powerful unit with a lifting capacity of at least 3 tons is required.

Important! You should buy or make a winch yourself with a reserve, otherwise you can find yourself in a hopeless situation in a difficult situation. So, its power will depend on the applied load on the winch, and accordingly, the dimensions of the mechanism, whether it is electric or a hydraulic winch, does not matter

The more powerful it is, the larger its size will be, which is quite understandable. The first step is to understand the design. Although, in essence, they will differ only in the drive device, otherwise they are similar. The design of any winch includes the following functional units:

So, its power will depend on the applied load on the winch, and accordingly, the dimensions of the mechanism, whether it is electric or a hydraulic winch, does not matter. The more powerful it is, the larger its size will be, which is quite understandable. The first step is to understand the design. Although, in essence, they will differ only in the drive device, otherwise they are similar. The design of any winch includes the following functional units:

• Drive motor. An organ that creates the initial torque transmitted through the gearbox to the drum.
• The gearbox is planetary or simple stepped or worm. The design depends largely on the weight of the load, but generally a planetary reduction mechanism is used.
• The shaft on which the drum is located. A cable is wound around it during the process of lifting a load or dragging it. In simple automobile winches, designed for light weight, there is only one; in powerful ones with a traction force of more than 10 tons, there can be 2 or more, which is explained by the theory of blocks.
• Cable with hook. One of the main components due to which the load is dragged. Usually it is made of steel from individual cores.

Winch Sprut 4x4 Sport 12000

Made specifically for UAZ
When they talk about a winch for a UAZ car, one cannot ignore SPRUT. Winches of this brand have been sent directly to the UAZ plant for many years. So there is no doubt that this model is an excellent option for Bukhanka. Sealed winch with a cast iron hawse attached to the body. But compared to the previous options, it stands out due to its remarkable weight.

Criterias of choice

It's no secret that a winch is an irreplaceable thing, with which you can perform many useful functions: towing, transporting goods, but the most significant is the ability to “help yourself” get out of any impassable off-road.

Let's look at what you need to consider when choosing a device for the UAZ Patriot SUV:

Traction effort First of all, you should pay attention to the load that the winch can move

This force must be equal to twice the weight of the car. Moreover, it is important to take into account the load of the car. Dimensions. It is necessary to take into account the size of not only the device itself, but also the site

The platform is a device to which the main product is attached. It is a mandatory unit, so when choosing, it is important to pay attention to models produced for an SUV. Method of operation of the unit. As already mentioned, the electric type of product is considered the most productive.

Installation features

Winches are often equipped with platforms, so there is no need to purchase it separately. But this is where the problems with choosing and installing the product begin. Whatever winch you choose, it will not be possible to install a platform into a standard bumper without modifying it.

Winch Runva EWX 9500 S

High-quality winches under the famous brand
“Runva” have been producing winches since 1989. Having rich experience and huge production facilities, the manufacturer is constantly working to improve its products. Over the years, Runva has become associated with reliability. By purchasing any winch of this brand, you can be sure that it will not let you down at the most important moment.

Technical issues | Topic started by: Ansleigh

Kirill (Stacia) Comrades! Hello everyone! I recently became the proud owner of 469))) I’m slowly putting it in order. I have a few questions.. 1. It stalls when you start to slow down from speed after a long drive.. I changed the fuel pump, it continues. The carburetor is 129v, I can’t find a repair kit for it. I didn’t want to get into the carburetor without it. I took a repair kit for 151v, will it fit? By the way, what is the difference between them in literal meaning. Question number 2. How to get a lift with minimal costs, both financially and physically? Bridge spacers. This question arose in connection with the installation of larger wheels, 31 or 33. and question 3. The arches will still have to be trimmed.

Anton (Abinadi) What is the name of the box on Hunter in which the rear one is switched on as the second one?

Ivan (Abhirupa) Hello everyone. I recently bought 469. The car has a 10 cm body lift relative to the frame, plus earrings from a gazelle on the springs. In general, the lift is about 13 cm. Some questions have arisen. The native internal combustion engine is not enough in terms of power. If you install wheels of larger diameter, the car will not move at all. Which engine is better to install. ZMZ 406 or 409.10 although thinking about diesel. I think it's an imported diesel engine. In general, we need advice from knowledgeable and experienced people.

Tatyana (Yasu) Please tell me, the question has now arisen about fines for changes in the conference if there are no documents. We bought a UAZ Hunter already equipped with power bumpers, a winch, a trunk and ladders for the tanks. All this has already happened, they registered it, they themselves passed the technical inspection for 2 years, even they themselves were surprised because the car was 2010. What can happen when stopped by traffic police officers?

Tatyana (Yasu) Will there be a fine or not? The car was registered already sealed and passed the technical inspection sealed, and when registering they only asked whether we left it or not, we honestly answered as is, we bought such a car. But there are no documents for all this. We got the vehicle registered without any problems.

Vladislav (Orrin) Tatyana, I am also interested in this question, but they register the vehicle with changes??

Tatyana (Yasu) They installed ours, but we staged it when this buzz didn’t exist yet.

Zolto (Jaques) Ivan, td 27

Ivan (Abhirupa) Please tell me, is the “Daimos” gearbox from the Patriot suitable for the 421 engine or not?

Artem (Flavia) People, tell me. On the UMZ417, which viscous coupling can be installed from which foreign car? ! Not our Russian dear.

Anton (Abinadi) Need advice. UAZ Hunter ZMZ 406 injector filled with low-quality gasoline, drained, filled with normal gasoline, same thing on small ones, it works fine, a little when you accelerate, it adjusts, you accelerate normally, what should I do?

Vladimir (Adva) Guys, tell me when a cold engine does not start the first time. When it starts up, it runs for a second or two, then everything returns to normal. What could be the reason? UAZ Hunter 2019, engine 40905, volume 2.3 (128 hp).

Winch Master Winch E9500

Premium winch with IP68 and 2 years warranty
This is the best that Master Winch has to offer. The engineers put all their main developments into this model:

• dust and moisture protection according to IP68 standard with patented seals that block water from entering the winch;
• the increased gap between the drum and the ties serves as additional protection against damage to the winch due to uneven winding of the cable;
• monosolenoid with increased energy capacity in the control unit, which allows you to avoid damage to this part during power surges;
• needle bearing in the gearbox, which reduces friction, thereby increasing the life of gearbox parts;
• a motor with a cooling radiator, which allows you to use the winch longer in extreme conditions;
• durable bronze bushings.

Installation of a winch on a UAZ Patriot with your own hands

A car winch is an indispensable device for those who often drive off-road. A good automatic or mechanical winch on an UAZ can help out in difficult situations and help overcome difficulties encountered along the way. You can find dozens of such structures in specialized stores, but you can make them yourself.

Homemade electrical systems

Often, converted generators from tractors and various trucks, car starters, and electric motors are used as engines for homemade electric winches on UAZ.

Please note that the electric winch must be powered by 12 volts. Only in this case will it be possible to connect it to the electrical equipment of the UAZ without any problems. The electric drive of the structure must have great power, high torque and consume a minimum of current

It is also important that the platform for the winch is strong. This applies not only to “loaves”, but also to any other cars

Mechanical structures

Homemade mechanical winches, like factory models, are not equipped with engines. Instead of a motor, they are driven by human physical force. To a certain extent, the power of such winches depends on the length of their lever.

Calculating traction gain

In order for a homemade winch to be effective, during its manufacture it is important to take into account such a parameter as traction force. It's easy to calculate. Let's say that the “loaf” with the driver weighs 2000 kilograms

To calculate the required traction force of the winch, this parameter must be multiplied by 1.15 - the severity factor.

Let's say that the “loaf” with the driver weighs 2000 kilograms. To calculate the required traction force of the winch, this parameter must be multiplied by 1.15 - the severity factor.

Important installation details

1. Proper installation of a winch with your own hands requires careful preparation of the site. But before that, you need to decide where exactly it is better to install the structure - in front or behind. You can use a piece of channel as a platform, which must fit perfectly into the car frame. Its recommended parameters: width – 240 mm, length – 1 m, thickness – 6 mm, height – 90 mm.
2. The winch is mounted on bolts. It should not be positioned at an angle, but straight, otherwise the unit may break when the car is pulled out. It is reasonable to remove the solenoid block under the hood or into the interior. The second option is more preferable. After all, the unit, while in the cabin, will not freeze or be exposed to moisture.
3. If you are using a factory winch for a UAZ rather than a homemade one, replace its standard generator with an engine from the Bychok bus. In this case, you can quickly pull the vehicle out of holes and mud without draining the battery.

The procedure for installing a winch (using the example of UAZ Patriot)

When installing a winch on a UAZ Patriot, you need to disconnect the wires from the fog lights, remove the guard (if installed), the bumper and the radiator grille. On the channel you should mark a platform for the winch and cut it out. After this, do not forget to try on the parts, because calculations do not always perfectly coincide with the actual state of affairs.

Holes should be drilled on the platform for mounting the winch. To perform more precise positioning, the screwed platform should be drilled for 4 bolts. After this, you can make holes for fastening the rollers, install them and prepare holes for the cable. If everything is done correctly, proceed to painting the channel with a special spray. When the metal is dry, you can screw the platform to the frame, install the winch, and connect the solenoid block and wires.

Install the bumper frame. It happens that horizontal tubes prevent this from being done (if an error has crept into the calculations). In this situation, it is enough to cut off the interfering tube and strengthen the frame by welding 2 pieces of pipe of the appropriate size into it.

At the final stage, you need to cut holes in the bumper for the rollers and screw it to the frame. After this, all that remains is to connect the wires to the fog lights and parking sensors, install the guard and screw on the license plate.

So what should you choose?

In the article, I indicated winches from completely different price categories, since I do not encourage you to buy only the most expensive options. Everyone knows that UAZ vehicle drivers are straight-armed people. Therefore, it will not be difficult for you to repair a faulty inexpensive winch by purchasing spare parts for it. But people are different and everyone should have a choice. If you are not “burning” with the desire to tinker with a winch in your garage, then I recommend considering options from the middle and premium segment, so as not to waste your precious time. But the choice, as always, is yours.

Swan configurations

• the body of the device itself, • a cable wound on a drum, • a hook, • a joystick • a remote control • a shift lever • a solenoid block • cable rollers (they are called jaws) • fastening bolts • instructions for use

additional accessories are not included in the standard kit, so if you decide that you cannot do without a corrosion-protective sling or pulley block, purchase them separately.

When purchasing, you should pay attention to the rollers on which the cable is laid. The distance between the vertical and horizontal lips should not be greater than the thickness of the cable, otherwise it will bite when winding.

Of course, there should be no dents or other visual defects.

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